Daryl Robertson

Daryl Robertson

Senior Deals Writer

Daryl is a Senior Deals Writer at Guitar World, where he creates and maintains our 200+ buyer's guides, finds the best deals on guitar products, and tests the latest gear. His reviews have been featured in prominent publications like Total Guitar, Future Music magazine, and MusicRadar.com.

During his career, he has been lucky enough to talk to many of his musical heroes, having interviewed Slash and members of Sum 41, Foo Fighters, The Offspring, Feeder, Thrice, and more. In a past life, he worked in music retail. For a little under a decade, he advised everyone from absolute beginners to seasoned pros on the right gear for their needs. 

Daryl's world doesn't just revolve around guitars either; he also has a passion for live sound. Daryl is a fully qualified sound engineer who holds a first-class Bachelor's degree in Creative Sound Production from the University of Abertay and has plenty of experience working in various venues around Scotland.

Latest articles by Daryl Robertson

Taylor GS Mini beginner acoustic guitar on a dark background

Taylor GS Mini Mahogany review

By Daryl Robertson published

The pint-sized Taylor that proves small guitars can pack a punch

Acoustic Guitars
Epiphone Hummingbird Studio

Epiphone Hummingbird Studio review

By Daryl Robertson published

The budget-friendly acoustic that soars above its competition

Acoustic Guitars
Boss Katana 100 MKII review

Boss Katana 100 MKII review

By Daryl Robertson published

Sharp tones from one of the most popular practice amps on the market

Combo Amps
Yamaha FG800 review

Yamaha FG800 review

By Daryl Robertson published

The Yamaha FG800 – the reigning king of the budget dreadnought

Beginner Guitars
Back to Live: what you need to know to upgrade your guitar to something giggable

What makes a great gigging guitar, and should you upgrade?

By Daryl Robertson published

We delve into whether or not you should modify or replace your beginner electric guitar ahead of your next live show

Guitars
Take center stage with 20% off everything you need to play live at Guitar Center

Take center stage with 20% off everything you need to play live at Guitar Center

By Daryl Robertson published

Kit out your whole band for less with money off everything from Fender Strats to PA systems right now at Guitar Center

Guitar Gear
Save hundreds on a new Gibson Les Paul, Fender Stratocaster or Martin acoustic at Guitar Center right now

Save hundreds on a new Gibson Les Paul, Fender Stratocaster or Martin acoustic at Guitar Center right now

By Daryl Robertson published

The latest Guitar Center sale sees prices dropped on a wide range of electric guitars, acoustic guitars and amps from Gibson, Fender, Gretsch, Martin and more

Guitar Gear
Woman plays acoustic guitar sat on a sofa in front of a laptop

Try Fender Play for 2 weeks absolutely free, no strings attached

By Daryl Robertson published

Get access to expert online guitar lessons and learn songs from your favorite bands, free for 2 weeks

Lessons
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