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Best in-ear monitors for guitar players 2025: stay in tune and on time
By Chris Corfield last updated
Plug yourself in with the best in-ear monitors for guitar players from Shure, Sennheiser and more

Best headphone amps for guitar 2025: portable practice solutions
By Matt McCracken last updated
You don’t need to sacrifice tone to practice quietly with my expert pick of the best headphone amps for guitar players

Best compressor pedals 2025: control your tone with the must-have utility pedal
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
With great options from Boss, Keeley, MXR, and more, there has never been a better time to add a comp pedal to your 'board

Best acoustic guitar pedals 2025: pedals to transform your tone and boost creativity
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Improve and shape your tone with the best acoustic guitar pedals from the likes of Boss, Fishman, MXR & LR Baggs

Best locking tuners 2025: improve your performance with these powerful upgrades
By Matt McCracken last updated
Keep your guitar playing consistently with our top locking tuner picks from Fender, Schaller, Sperzel and more

Best guitar slides 2025: every budget and material covered, plus how to choose the right slide for you
By Ross Holder last updated
Getting into the bluesy world of slide guitar? From Shubb and Dunlop, to Taylor and Ernie Ball, these are our top choices

Best pedalboard power supplies 2025: juice your ‘board with my pick of pro-grade power, fully tested
By James Grimshaw last updated
I put budget-spanning pedal power supplies from Fender, Cioks, Walrus Audio and more through their paces – these were the standouts

Best cheap looper pedals 2025: bang-for-your-buck loopers for your ’board
By Alex Lynham last updated
Score a looper for under $80 and spark your creativity with our pick of the best budget pedals from TC Electronic, Electro-Harmonix, Boss and more
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