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Behringer is teasing a range of $10 stompboxes that could flip the budget pedal market on its headBy Phil Weller Published -
Best FRFR speakers 2026: transparent tone for multi-effects and amp modelersBy Richard Blenkinsop Last updated -
Pedal Pawn unveils the Say Wah – a ground-up quest to recreate the perfect wah tone of SRV and HendrixBy Amit Sharma Published -
EverTune bridges are a revelation for tuning stability – but what are they?By Phil Weller Published -
The Hero Hiker travel guitar could be the most inventive way to take a six-string on a trek through the mountainsBy Phil Weller Published -
The best new gear this week, feat. Kim Gordon's Jazzmaster and the pedal with the severed fingerBy Jonathan Horsley Published -
How the EHX Deluxe Memory Man won the hearts of Robert Smith, the Edge and Adrian Belew and transformed guitar toneBy Chris Gill Published
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Accessories
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EverTune bridges are a revelation for tuning stability – but what are they?By Phil Weller Published -
“It just works. Remarkably well. Invisibly so”: Shure GLXD16+ wireless guitar system reviewBy James Grimshaw Published -
Best guitar capos 2026: 6 expert-tested options for acoustic and electric playersBy Daryl Robertson Last updated -
Best patch cables 2026: top picks for your pedalboardBy Matt McCracken Last updated -
I’ve found 11 amazing Big Deal Days deals for guitar players - and they’re all $20 or lessBy Matt McCracken Published -
Stock up on guitar strings from just $4.99 a pack with these mega multipack guitar string deals in the Amazon Big Deal Days saleBy Matt McCracken Published -
Chibson pokes fun at Fender’s Stratocaster copyright campaign with Cease & Desist control knobs – and they go to 11By Phil Weller Published -
MusicNomad is on a quest to make guitar setups simple – combining tools, education, and step-by-step guidance for beginners and pros alikeSponsor Content Created With MusicNomad
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“A game-changer? In some ways, absolutely”: Steadfast Stopbar reviewBy Paul Riario Published
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Effects & Pedals
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Behringer is teasing a range of $10 stompboxes that could flip the budget pedal market on its headBy Phil Weller Published -
Pedal Pawn unveils the Say Wah – a ground-up quest to recreate the perfect wah tone of SRV and HendrixBy Amit Sharma Published -
How the EHX Deluxe Memory Man won the hearts of Robert Smith, the Edge and Adrian Belew and transformed guitar toneBy Chris Gill Published -
Troy Van Leeuwen reunited with Dr. No effects for the Blameshifter, a switching pedal that features a severed fingerBy Phil Weller Published -
Fender confirms NAM A2 compatibility is coming to the Tone Master Pro for the modeler’s biggest update yetBy Phil Weller Published -
JHS Pedals turned EHX’s Flerb into a meme – now it’s put its own spin on the divisive effectBy Phil Weller Published -
Best pedalboards 2025: perfect platforms for your pedals, testedBy James Grimshaw Last updated -
Boss EX-4 Effects Expander reviewBy Pete Emery Published -
Best pedalboard power supplies 2026: expert-reviewed power for pedal nerdsBy James Grimshaw Last updated
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Guitar Amps
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Boss unveils the Katana that’s always been missing – a compact 25W combo designed for home playingBy Phil Weller Published -
Positive Grid’s upgraded Spark CAB 2 addresses our only gripe with the originalBy Phil Weller Published -
“A tidy little gig-and-studio combo with the tone of a rarified era”: Fender ’62 Deluxe Amp reviewBy Martin Smith Published -
Best amps for metal 2026: tried and tested metal amps for heavy guitar tonesBy Jonathan Horsley Last updated -
Best guitar amp headphones 2026: expert-approved cans for silent practiceBy Matt McCracken Last updated -
Best headphone amps for guitar 2026: silent practice solutionsBy Matt McCracken Last updated -
Best bass amps for practice 2026: tried and tested desktop and combo amps for home useBy Chris Schwarten Last updated -
Best beginner guitar amps 2026: my top picks from over a decade working in music retailBy Ross Holder Last updated -
Best practice amps 2026: combos and mini amps tested by expertsBy Matt McCracken Last updated
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Guitars
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The Hero Hiker travel guitar could be the most inventive way to take a six-string on a trek through the mountainsBy Phil Weller Published -
"A novel way of learning that may encourage a few more players to get started": Litejam RGB24 reviewBy Pete Emery Published -
Fender Japan is releasing Pokemon guitars with an onboard 8-bit effect – but they’re so limited you need to enter a lottery to get oneBy Phil Weller Published -
In 1970, Pete Townshend smashed his iconic SG at a show and gave it to a superfan – 56 years later, it's finally been unearthedBy Janelle Borg Published -
The first Black Friday guitar sale has officially launched – bag a monstrous up to 30% off Epiphone, Fender, Martin, and more at Guitar CenterBy Daryl Robertson Published -
Behind the curtain at Eastman Guitars – where a wizard named Otto is transforming bolt-on designBy Neville Marten Published -
“Close to being one of the best metal-oriented baritones on the market”: Epiphone Prophecy Les Paul Baritone reviewBy Matt McCracken Published -
Derek Trucks plays Lonnie Mack’s workhorse guitar after it sold for over half a million dollars at auctionBy Janelle Borg Published -
Epiphone overhauls the Prophecy Series – offering some of the most advanced electrics it’s ever madeBy Phil Weller Published
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Headphones
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Playing through a modeler? I've tested 15 pairs of studio headphones, and 2 of my favorite cans are on sale for Prime DayBy Matt McCracken Published -
If you want to sound better live, three of our top-rated in-ear monitors just got some mega discounts in the Thomann In-Ear Days sale - save up to 30% on pro-level live soundBy Matt McCracken Published -
Best in-ear monitors for guitar players 2025: stay in tune and on timeBy Chris Corfield Last updated -
“The best wireless headphones for musicians you can buy right now, despite a few flaws”: Yamaha YH-WL500 reviewBy Matt McCracken Published -
“Some of the finest sounding IEMs”: Ultimate Ears Pro UE 150, UE 250, UE 350 In-Ear Monitors reviewBy Paul Riario Published -
“A handy addition to your pedalboard if you're playing shows with poor monitoring”: Cloudvocal EverSync Wireless IEM reviewBy Matt McCracken Published -
Best earplugs for musicians: guitarist-friendly plugs to suit every budgetBy Chris Corfield Last updated -
CloudVocal’s EverSync wireless in-ear monitor system delivers high-quality, low-latency monitoring in a compact, pedalboard-friendly designBy Guitar World Staff Published -
Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT2 review: the only headphones you need for guitar, studio and everyday use?By Chris Corfield Published
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Plugins & Apps
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“At $25, having one in your back pocket to spark ideas seems like a bit of a no-brainer”: Devi Ever : fx Plugins reviewBy Alex Lynham Published -
"Expensive, but it may be the only guitar plugin you ever need": Line 6 Helix Stadium Native reviewBy Pete Emery Published -
Are apps ruining guitar gear? We argue for and against the trend that has taken over practice ampsBy Daryl Robertson Published 3 Comments -
What are impulse responses? A guitarist’s guide to the secret sauce of great guitar toneBy Matt McCracken Published -
"You’ll be making your first songs in no time": 7 steps to record your guitar in GarageBandBy Matt McCracken Published -
Line 6 launches free Helix Stadium plugin: every amp and effect you can play at zero costBy Phil Weller Published -
Best guitar plugins 2026: my top plugins to level up your recorded guitar tonesBy Matt McCracken Last updated -
IK Multimedia makes 9 elusive lost era Fender amps available as a TONEX pluginBy Phil Weller Published -
“A must-have producer’s plugin for how much ground it covers”: MixWave Yvette Young Plugin reviewBy Phil Weller Published
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Studio & Recording Equipment
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Best FRFR speakers 2026: transparent tone for multi-effects and amp modelersBy Richard Blenkinsop Last updated -
Best guitar audio interfaces 2026: tried and tested for low latencyBy Matt McCracken Last updated -
Neko Engineering unveils the NAM-compatible wireless studio tool that fits in your pocketBy Phil Weller Published -
I've spent hundreds of hours tracking guitars, and with up to 50% off in Sweetwater's studio and recording sale, here's what I'd buyBy Matt McCracken Published -
"Try to put yourself in the mindset of a music listener, not a music maker": Record better guitars at home with 8 of my pro tipsBy Richard Blenkinsop Published -
Best impulse responses: the secret sauce of great recorded guitar toneBy Matt McCracken Last updated -
Best microphones for recording guitar 2026: capture your acoustic or electric playing perfectly with these top-flight mics for every occasionBy Chris Corfield Last updated -
Why Fender just launched its own recording software – and what sets it apart for guitaristsBy Daryl Robertson Published 4 Comments -
These 5 audio interfaces came out on top in my testing gauntlet, and now they're all on sale with a hefty Black Friday discount – including $200 off a UA ApolloBy Matt McCracken Published
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More about Guitar Gear
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How the EHX Deluxe Memory Man won the hearts of Robert Smith, the Edge and Adrian Belew and transformed guitar toneBy Chris Gill Published -
"A novel way of learning that may encourage a few more players to get started": Litejam RGB24 reviewBy Pete Emery Published -
Troy Van Leeuwen reunited with Dr. No effects for the Blameshifter, a switching pedal that features a severed fingerBy Phil Weller Published
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