Latest articles by Matt McCracken
You can now get the coveted sound of a Gibson Les Paul for a whole lot less - save a mammoth $600 in the Musician’s Friend Guitar Fest sale
Get big money off huge brands like Gibson, Fender, Boss, Line 6 and more in this impressive sale
Should you replace or upgrade your guitar? Fender just gave you the answer with a whopping 20% off official parts and pickups
Here are the four discounted upgrades we'd choose from the official Fender shop
Fender Play is the cheapest we’ve ever seen with this one-day-only deal - get a year’s worth of top-quality lessons for just $29
Fender’s leap-day deal gives you a year’s expert tuition for less, but it’s only available for one day
“A powerful tool for recording guitars, and there’s plenty to grow into”: Universal Audio Apollo Twin X review
This premium audio interface is packed full of pro-level features, but is it overkill for recording guitar at home?
5 brilliant pedals I rate as a guitar gear reviewer are on sale for Presidents’ Day, including my favorite octave pedal the Electro-Harmonix POG
These powerful tone shapers will have your guitar tone sounding much better for less
Did Fender just drop the best Presidents' Day guitar deal? Score an impressive 50% off gear and a huge $399 off one of our favorite models
From fresh guitars to powerful pickup upgrades there are some superb offers at the official Fender shop - but you better move fast, the sale ends 02/19
“Everything the modern musician needs to record great sounding guitars”: Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen audio interfaces review
We deep dive with the 2i2 and 4i4 4th Gen models to find out if Focusrite’s latest audio interfaces are a good fit for guitarists
Best classical guitars 2025: nylon-string guitars for every budget
From classical, flamenco and crossover, to acoustic-electric models and beyond, these are the best nylon-string guitars around right now
Boss GT-1000 Core vs HX Stomp: which amp and effects modeler should you pick?
Which of these pedalboard-sized amp modelers should you choose? We deep dive into the fine details to find out
Looking for a sign to finally go digital? Line 6 just slashed $200 off the price of Helix Floor and LT
If you recently bought one don't worry, most retailers will refund you the difference
Best patch cables 2025: tidy up your ‘board with our pick of the best patch leads
Need to organize a messy pedalboard? Patch cables are a simple and creative cable solution for your guitar pedals
Fender Jaguar vs Mustang: What’s the difference?
We dive into the nitty gritty of differences and similarities between Fender’s unique Jaguar and Mustang models
P90s vs humbuckers: Which pickups should you choose?
We deep dive into the differences and similarities between these two powerful pickup options
Squier Paranormal Baritone Cabronita Telecaster review – a bargain baritone that can get properly heavy
The Squier Paranormal range’s only baritone offers some unusual sounds for explorative players at a bargain price, but is it more jack of all trades than master of one?
Quick! There are only 3 days left to take advantage of Sweetwater's unbelievable up to 80% off Cyber Week Sale
These sweet deals on guitars, pedals, and amps are still live but won’t be around for much longer
Record face-melting guitar tones at home for less with these 7 Cyber Monday bargains
These brilliant bits of gear will get you quality recorded guitar tones at home
6 Cyber Monday sales for guitar players that you can’t afford to miss
If you’re on the hunt for a Cyber Monday deal then these sales from Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Fender, and more will scratch the itch
Quick! Musician’s Friend has knocked half off the price of loads of guitar gear – including $700 off a Les Paul – but the Black Friday sale is ending soon
You have around 24 hours left to get yourself money off big-name brands like Fender, Gibson, Mesa/Boogie, Keeley, and loads more
With 25% off JHS pedals at Sweetwater you can create a ‘board that covers all bases – here’s the 5 stompboxes we’d choose
We’ve put together a do-it-all, discounted pedalboard from the JHS sale at Sweetwater
Positive Grid just casually launched a new Spark Go colorway the day before Black Friday – and it's on sale!
Our favorite mini amp just got that bit cooler with a brand-new color and a tasty Black Friday discount
I've looked through all 99 pages of the Guitar Center Black Friday sale – these are the 5 guitar deals I'd take home today
Guitar Center’s biggest sale of the year is finally here with up to 40% off loads of guitar gear from Schecter, Epiphone, EarthQuaker Devices, Boss, and loads more
Best guitar pedals for beginners 2025: kickstart your pedalboard
Don't know your RAT from your Whammy? Your Tube Screamer from your Big Muff? We're here to help you take your first steps into the world of guitar effects
Here are 5 Black Friday-beating deals from Guitar Center’s holiday sale that I rate as a pro guitar tester
I either own or have reviewed every one of these products
