Latest articles by Daryl Robertson
Best acoustic guitars for beginners 2025: top picks for new players, reviewed and demoed by experts
We've played epic affordable six-strings from Epiphone, Taylor, Fender, Yamaha and more – read on for our best beginner acoustic guitar recommendations and watch our video demos
Best punk guitars 2025: straight-shooting, no-nonsense guitars for punk
From Gibson to Eastwood, Fender to Music Man, here’s our expert pick of guitars to help you cause some anarchy at your next DIY show
Guitar Center's official Presidents' Day sale is here – score $500 off a Gibson Les Paul, $150 off a striking Gretsch Jet, and so much more
Grab hearty discounts on quality guitars from Fender, Gibson, Martin, Epiphone, Squier and more
I don't think you're going to find much better than $180 off a gig-ready Fender Player II Strat this Presidents' Day
This Blue Burst Fender HSS Player Strat is only $699 right now at Guitar Center
Guitar World deals of the week: save $530 on a Fender guitar, $71 on an Earthquaker Devices pedal, plus get a Universal Audio plugin for free
We've got a bumper Presidents' Day edition for you this week with some massive savings on guitar gear
Get first dibs on Fender’s Presidents' Day savings with big discounts on American-made guitars – including $200 off select American Professional II models and more
With discounts on everything from the American Professional II, Player Plus, American Ultra Luxe, and American Performer, now is the time to bag your dream Fender for a lot less
Best budget multi-effects pedals 2025: access a world of effects at a reasonable price
More is more with these budget do-it-all bargains from Zoom, Line 6, Mooer and NUX
"Gibson is currently producing some of the finest guitars in its history": Gibson Les Paul Studio Session review
Flame top, neck binding, and classic mother-of-pearl logo – when does a Studio stop being a Studio?
Best cheap guitar pedals 2025: killer budget stompboxes you need to try
Stock up on new sounds for less with these incredibly cheap guitar pedals from Boss, NUX, TC Electronic and more
"The legendary amp maker is taking aim at other Marshall-in-a-box pedals with a new lineup that is diverse, well-made, and very well-thought-out": Marshall 1959, JCM800, JCM900, DSL, and JVM overdrive pedal review
Marshall is going for gold with this new line of pedals – but do they live up to the iconic amps they are inspired by?
Best beginner guitar amps 2025: top guitar amplifiers for beginners
Looking for one of the best guitar amps for beginners? We’ve rounded up our favorites for players of any style from brands including Blackstar, Orange, Boss, and more
Best looper pedals 2025: go it alone with the greatest loop pedals for practice, live performance and jamming
Whether you're writing songs or woodshedding solos, using a loop pedal will make you a better guitarist – these are the best looper pedals from Boss, TC Electronic, Line 6 and more
"Aggressive, heavy, and with enough gain to sink a battleship, this model is designed for high-intensity riffing": Walrus Audio Mako Series MKII ACS1 review
Walrus might have hit a new gold standard with this gilded amp modeler
Best pedalboards 2025: perfect platforms for your pedals
Get the best from your effects with expert-recommended 'boards from Pedaltrain, Voodoo Labs, Boss, and more
Best pedalboard power supplies 2025: juice your ‘board with pro-grade power
Make sure your effects are firing on all cylinders with our pick of the best pedal power supplies from Strymon to Ernie Ball
Best Stratocasters 2025: The best Strats for every budget and playing style
Find your fit with our top pick of the best Fender Strats
"Grants you access to serious guitar tones, crystal-clear vocals, and bags of volume, all in a lightweight, portable package": Positive Grid Spark Edge review
Positive Grid targets buskers and performers on the move with the ultra-portable Spark Edge
“I’ve seen firsthand how technology and innovation have reshaped the six-string landscape”: 5 reasons why new guitar players have never had it so good
Learning the guitar today vs 30 years ago is a very different experience. From online lessons and free resources, to clever practice amps, here's why it has never been easier to master the guitar
Is it too late to order a guitar in time for Christmas? We break down the important cut-off dates from Guitar Center, Sweetwater, Thomann, Andertons and more
Here are the important delivery dates you need to know from the biggest names in music retail
Best multi-effects pedals 2025: replace your rig
Our pick of the best multi-fx pedals from Neural DSP, Kemper, Line 6, Boss, and more
Turn $350 into $400 and save on your guitar of choice with this awesome free Fender gift card offer
As well as topping up your gift card to the sum of $50, there are also deals to be had on the Player Plus, American Professional II and Vintera II guitars
Best Christmas gifts for guitar players 2025: the ultimate festive gift guide for guitarists
Treat them right this Christmas with our pick of the 46 must-have guitar items, essential accessories, clever gadgets and instruments for every budget
Best electric guitars 2025: our top picks for every playing style, ability and budget
Useful buying advice and our expert pick of the best electric guitars for newcomers to pro players
