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Finding the Perfect Beginner Electric Guitar

So you’ve made your choice. Whether you've been captivated by the chops of your guitar heroes like Slash or John Mayer, or enticed by its unmistakeable sound, you’ve finally decided you want to become an electric guitar player. Now all that is left is to find your very first beginner… Read more

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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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Buyer’s Guide: The Best Acoustic Guitars for Beginners

Call us biased but the acoustic guitar is one of the most beautiful sounding instruments in the world! With countless centuries of innovation and evolution, this self-amplifying stringed instrument has gone through countless iterations before settling on the many types and shapes we see today. Shop Acoustic GuitarsWhile the great… 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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A Beginner’s Buyer Guide to Choosing a Keyboard

Few instruments can claim to be as versatile as the keyboard. So if you’re a musician that needs the flexibility to wield multiple instruments while only having the budget for one, this is probably your best option. Alternately, you might be a seasoned pianist who’s looking for a different sound… Read more

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Beginner Guitars Under RM2,500: Electric Guitars

If you're just starting out, or looking for a beater electric guitar, you've come to the right place. Budget or beginner guitars are perfect for aspiring guitarists who are just starting out. They're equally at home in the hands of experienced players keen on a backup guitar for the road.… Read more

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Fender Guitar Guide: Lineups Explained 2023

For as long as they have been around, Fender has never been one to rest on their laurels. They have continued to revamp their guitars for the modern era while staying true to the roots of their illustrious history – but that is precisely why we found the need to… Read more