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Guitar Pedals for Beginners
Do guitarists really need effect pedals? While some cynics might consider them an unnecessary addition to your set-up, we think they add dynamics and edge to your sound. Colour in your guitar lines down to the most specific embellishments and emulate your heroes with effect pedals. Shop our Guitar Pedal… Read more
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Best Pedalboard Power Supplies 2023
Whether you're a seasoned guitar virtuoso or a passionate pedal enthusiast, finding the right power supply is imperative to getting the best out of your pedals. To keep your guitar tones in top gear, here are our picks for the best pedalboard power supplies you can buy in 2023. Shop… Read more
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The Best Pedalboards 2023
There's no easier, neater way to organise your pedals and effects than on a pedalboard. Having all your stompboxes assembled on one tidy platform allows you to play, transport and store them together. It also enables you to organise the sequence of your guitar pedals along your chosen effects signal… Read more
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Best Mini Guitar Amps of 2023
Mini amps have come a long way. Back in the day, manufacturers were focused on making amps bigger and louder. That isn’t strictly the case now. Innovations in mini guitar amp technology have elevated them from niche products to gadgets with personalities of their own. In many cases, companies have… Read more
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How to Choose the Best Guitar Capo
Ask any guitar player what is their most indispensable tool and you might hear a few of them mention the capo. Especially those who fancy the acoustic guitar. The capo can sometimes be an unglamorous topic at the gear discussion table. They are inexpensive, not as gadget-ey as some other… Read more
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Guitarology 101: Acoustic Guitar (Laminates & Solid Wood)
As much as we love the chimey cleans, raunchy distortion, and full-blooded attack of electric guitars, nothing from the amplified realm can quite match the timbre of an acoustic guitar. While there are many factors that go into dictating what an acoustic guitar will sound like (such as bracing, body… Read more
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The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Musicians 2023
When it comes to celebrating our dads, they truly deserve nothing but the best. Father's Day is the perfect time to show your appreciation and what could be better than a thoughtful Father's Day gift that complements his love for music. Whether your dad is a hobbyist, an aspiring rockstar… Read more
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Finding the Perfect Beginner Bass Guitar
Call yourself a hopeless romantic, but you’ve fallen hard for the bass guitar. And who wouldn’t? It’s the unsung hero of the musical ensemble, often overshadowed by its flashier electric cousin. Yet, when a song begs for an injection of groove, drive, or funk, it’s the bass that everyone looks… Read more
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Electronic Drum Sampling Pads: An Instrument for the Modern Musician
Electronic drum sampling pads have revolutionised the way drummers integrate electronics into their setups. Chances are you’ve seen them featured in the toolkits of your favourite musicians, and little wonder why. These highly versatile devices work both as standalone instruments and adjuncts to pre-existing drum kits. But if you’re still… Read more
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Lunar New Year 2023: Our Gear Picks
It’s Lunar New Year and here are some of our top picks for the season across guitar, drums, piano and lifestyle products. Usher in the auspicious year with music, and celebrate it with great new gear. Squier FSR Affinity Series Stratocaster QMT The latest budget-friendly Stratocaster from Squier features the… Read more
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Gift Guide for Recording Musicians
There's nothing that will delight a recording musician more than great gear to level up their set-up. Pick from a large selection of quality gear such as audio interfaces, electronics, and other essentials in our gift guide for recording musicians. Shure Beta 58A-X Vocal Microphone The Shure BETA 58A-X is… Read more
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Studio Microphones for Beginners
Whether you’re a singer, musician, or podcaster, you’ll come across many different types of microphones when looking for one that suits your needs. The hardware and mechanics of different microphones can be confusing, but this beginner’s guide to studio microphones will help make your search easier. Shop Microphones While there… Read more