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Best tremolo pedals 2025: Top pedal choices, from old-school vibe to chopped-up tones
By James Farmer last updated
The best tremolo pedals on the market right now, from the likes of TC Electronic, Electro-Harmonix, Boss, Strymon and JHS

Best Gibson Les Paul: The greatest Gibson singlecuts for every budget and style
By Daryl Robertson last updated
We break down the latest offerings from Gibson to help you pick the right Les Paul for you

Best bass effects pedals: 11 of the best pedals for every type of bassist
By Simon Fellows last updated
Our guide to the finest sounding effects pedals for bass players, including fuzz, compressors and multi-effects

Guitar Center return policy: Worried about buying a guitar online? Here’s everything you need to know about the retail giant’s return policy
By Janelle Borg published
Unveiling the ins and outs of the giant instrument retailer's return policy, including its T&Cs

Best high-end electric guitars: the finest guitars money can buy
By Simon Fellows last updated
If money were no object, this is the all-star list of high-end axes from Gibson, PRS, Fender, and more that you’ll want in your collection

Best pedal amps: big sounds in a small package
By Chris Schwarten last updated
Here are the best small-yet-mighty pedal amp options from top brands such as Blackstar, Strymon, Universal Audio and more - including our pick of amp simulator pedals

Best budget bass guitars: our top pick of basses under $500/£500
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Need to tackle the low-end on a budget? Not to worry, our experts have run the rule over our favourite bass guitars that come in under $500/£500

A parent's guide to buying a guitar for your child
By Daryl Robertson published
Give your child the best possible start with our top tips for buying a beginner guitar – plus our guitar recommendations
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