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Built to inspire: Yamaha heralds a new era for the Pacifica with long-awaited SC Standard Plus model
By Guitar World Staff published
Yamaha expands its acclaimed range of Pacifica electrics with the SC Standard Plus – which offers new Reflectone pickups and premium playability

Best beginner guitar amps 2026: my top picks from over a decade working in music retail
By Ross Holder last updated
After nearly 10 years working in a busy high-street music store, I’ve seen which beginner amps truly deliver, offering the best value, most useful features, and long-lasting popularity from brands like Blackstar, Fender, Positive Grid, and more

Best acoustic guitars under $1,000 in 2026: great tone for less
By Rob Laing last updated
Enjoy superb playability and sound with our guide to the top mid-priced acoustics from the likes of Epiphone, Fender, Martin and more

Yamaha redefines the concept of the modern acoustic guitar with the TAS3 C TransAcoustic – which puts the entire creative process into one instrument
By Guitar World Staff published
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The latest evolution of the Yamaha TransAcoustic format is the ultimate all-in-one music-making tool, with built-in effects, looper, and Bluetooth capabilities

Best electric guitars under $1,000 in 2026: find your ultimate workhorse guitar
By Matt McCracken last updated
Get more for your money with my pick of the top-rated electric guitars below the $1,000 mark

Kiki Wong on how a cheap Yamaha and a Metallica classic changed her musical trajectory
By Janelle Borg published
Wong went from playing piano and classical music – to shredding, metal and Metallica

Best cheap acoustic guitars 2025: budget acoustics with genuine pedigree
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Great tone doesn’t have to break the bank – these are the best cheap acoustic guitars from Fender, Yamaha, Cort and more

Chris Buck responds to the backlash against his “Strat baggage” comments
By Matt Owen published
The British guitar ace says the baggage is his own burden to bear

Chris Buck on how Yamaha nailed his new signature Revstar – and why you should reconsider the P-90
By Adam Kovac published
As a blues-rock player, Buck was told he should be playing something more old-school. But as he explains, the Revstar has everything he needs and more, and you should try one too

From Neural DSP's much-anticipated Quad Cortex Mini, to signature Yamaha guitars and Iron Maiden-themed wah pedals, here’s the best stuff you can buy right now from this year's NAMM highlights!
By Daryl Robertson published
As we recover from the mind-melting amount of new guitar gear announced at NAMM, we take a look at the must-have items that are available right now
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