Total Guitar Features

The Iceman put a whole lot of fire in his playing with wild vibrato and a stinging blues tone

Simply put, string choice is a fundamental element in finding your tone and playing style, and here’s why…

We talk to the Bloc Party frontman about the playing and gear revelations that led to his stunning, instrumental-led solo album, The Waves Pt. 1

Develop your guitar skills from the comfort of your home, with the help of these online lessons services

Guitarists David Sullivan and Bryan Giles discuss the album that was all ready to go a year ago, their affinity for Nik Huber guitars and what it was like swapping six-strings for swords in the madcap video for Arrows

The ultimate tube, solid state and digital combo amps for every genre, from Motown to metal and everything in between

As Schenker reveals the secrets of his unique style, his message is simple: “Be yourself. Don’t try to be anybody else”

Want to get more from your wah-wah? Here are 6 techniques to help you sound like Satch, Kirk Hammett, Matt Bellamy and more...

Micawber, Malcolm, Sonny – in the world of Keith Richards, even his guitars are characters. But there is more to his collection than those famous Teles. Thousands more...

The rising rock guitar phenom on channeling the Seattle sound, attending Jimi Hendrix’s middle school and how a chance encounter with Sir Mix-a-Lot changed the course of his career

Distorted guitars and metal mechanics occasionally upset the expected pop parade. Here are some of our favorites...

Enjoy superb playability with the best acoustic guitars under $1,000, in a range of sizes, with our guide to the top mid-priced acoustics

Overdrive is one of the most essential guitar effects pedals. These are our top picks for every budget

The guitar-slinging social media sensation talks taking the sonic jump in his latest EP, his enviable collection of guitars and how he approaches playing a plethora of different styles

Strat in hand, the Nigerien phenom is taking Tuareg guitar music global and putting an electric twist on traditional arrangements

With great options from Boss, Keeley, MXR and more, there has never been a better time to add one of the best compressor pedals to your pedalboard

We break down the latest offerings from Gibson and Epiphone to help you pick the right Les Paul for you

The indie guitar icon details how Telecasters fueled the making of The Smiths classic, and why he loves the dark “clang” of his beloved ’64 model

These powerhouse metal amps from EVH, Peavey, Orange, Hughes & Kettner and more will have you primed to seek and destroy straight from the word go