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Best beginner classical guitars 2025: Plus the top Spanish guitar for beginners
Our expert round-up of the best classical guitars for beginners, with amazing budget nylon offerings from brands including Yamaha, Cordoba, Takamine and Epiphone
Is the 4x12 guitar cabinet still relevant today?
They are still the totemic image in rock and metal, but in the digital era do you still need a 4x12 in your life?
Best Marshall amps 2025: Our pick of amps for rock and beyond from Marshall's full range
From bedroom-friendly combos, to stage-ready heads, we count down the best Marshall amps you can buy right now
Best guitar accessories for beginners 2025: our pick of beginner guitar gear essentials
Start on the right foot with the best beginner guitar and bass accessories – including strings, picks, cables, tuners, cases and more
Best 7-string guitars 2025: budget-spanning picks for djent to nu-metal
Thicken up your low end with the very best 7-string guitars from Ibanez, Jackson, PRS and more
Best Boss pedals 2025: Give your playing a fresh lick with our top Boss pedal picks
If you're searching for the boss of Boss pedals we've got everything you need to take your sound to the next level
Best Blackstar amps 2025: Everything from practice amps to studio quality gear
From digital to tube; traditional to modern, we look at the best Blackstar guitar amps currently on offer
Best Orange amps 2025: Add a splash of color to your playing with our pick of Orange amps
We delve into a brightly colored British institution by browsing the best Orange amps on the market
