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Best budget guitar amps under $500 in 2025: cost-cutting amplifiers for the budget-conscious player
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Get great sounds and features without blowing your budget – from affordable tube amps to wallet-friendly digital modeling amps and everything in between

Best Epiphone Les Pauls 2025: Our pick of the greatest budget-friendly versions of Gibson’s iconic single-cut
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned guitarist, our list of the best Epiphone Les Pauls is sure to inspire you

Best Fender amps 2025: famous tube combos to digital headphone amps
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
From beginner practice amps to touring-grade tube combos, these are the best amplifiers from the industry's most famous brand

Best metal guitars 2025: hell-raising electrics for shredders on any budget
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
From extended-range guitars to Flying Vs, here's our pick of killer metal guitars from Jackson, ESP, Ibanez, and more

Best ukuleles for beginners 2025: top picks from soprano to tenor
By Simon Fellows last updated
The best beginner ukuleles from Fender, Epiphone, Martin, Kala, Gretsch and more – prices starting from $30

Best overdrive pedals 2025: explore which drive pedal is right for you
By Alex Lynham last updated
Overdrive is one of the most essential guitar effects pedals. These are our top picks for every budget

Best guitar strap locks 2025: Safeguard your axe
By Chris Schwarten last updated
Our pick of the finest fasteners from Schaller, Loxx, Jim Dunlop and more

Best Klon clones 2025: Our pick of the best Klon Centaur Klones for every budget
By Alex Lynham last updated
From straight-up klones to full reimaginings, here are some of the best Klon Centaur-inspired pedals on the market today
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