Latest articles by Simon Fellows
“Spanning every conceivable style and technique, it’s a haven for guitarists who love to explore”: TrueFire review
The original online guitar learning resource may have the biggest learning library, but is it the best option right now? We take a deep dive into one of the most comprehensive guitar teaching platforms out there
Best bass effects pedals 2025: 11 of the best pedals for every type of bassist
Our guide to the finest sounding effects pedals for bass players, including fuzz, compressors and multi-effects
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 online guitar lessons 2025: remote learning for guitar players – every platform tested by experts
Online lessons are great for developing your guitar skills from the comfort of your home or on the go – our experts have thoroughly tested options for all playing levels and for every budget, including a free option
Best ukuleles for beginners 2025: top picks from soprano to tenor
The best beginner ukuleles from Fender, Epiphone, Martin, Kala, Gretsch and more – prices starting from $30
Best high-end electric guitars 2025: the finest guitars money can buy
If money were no object, this is the all-star list of high-end axes from Gibson, PRS, Fender, and more that you’ll want in your collection
“An exceptional platform for novices, intermediates and advanced guitarists alike”: Guitar Tricks review 2025
A behemoth of a guitar tutorial site that’s evolved over decades into one of the very best online learning experiences around
“An accessible, contemporary tuition platform that screams quality”: Fender Play review 2025
A beautifully executed, modern take on traditional guitar, bass and ukulele tuition
Best guitar cases and gig bags 2025: from cost-effective protection, to indestructible travel companions
Our road-tested hard case and gig bag offerings for acoustic and electric guitar
Best tube amps 2025: unlock incredible tone with our pick of the greatest tube amps you can buy right now
There isn’t anything quite like a real tube amp. Bathe in warm, organic tones with our pick of tube amps from Fender, Mesa/Boogie, Vox, Tone King, Orange, Supro and more
Best acoustic guitars under $1,000 in 2025: get great tone for less
Enjoy superb playability and sound with our guide to the top mid-priced acoustics
Is there a benefit to buying a more expensive guitar as your first?
Entry-level or mid-grade? Which guitar offers better value for the beginner? If you’re just starting out, will an entry-level axe do, or should you invest in a fancier guitar with a price tag to match?
Fender Play vs Yousician: Which online lessons are right for you?
These titans of online guitar tuition take a very different approach to teaching. What sets them apart and which is the best one for you?
Best free online guitar lessons 2025: Where learning guitar costs nothing
Many of the finest online guitar tuition sites, apps and channels are yours for free. The only investments you need to make are time and effort!
Best guitar tuners 2025: chromatic, polyphonic, and strobe options
Find the best guitar tuner whatever your budget, with our top picks from the likes of Boss, Korg, TC Electronic and D’Addario
Best bass guitars 2025: long and short-scale bass options for beginners to pros
Our pick of the world’s finest low-end monsters, with the best bass guitars from Fender, EBMM, Yamaha and more…
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
11 reasons every beginner guitar player should take lessons
We truly believe that investing in structured guitar lessons is the best way to improve as a player – and here's why
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
“If you’re a beginner then you’ve lucked out with this app. The pathway is simply superb”: Gibson: Learn & Play Guitar app review
Gibson’s guitar tuition app promises to teach us all a lesson
13 essential things to learn when you first start playing the guitar
Start your guitar playing journey right with these invaluable tips for beginners - from gear choice and posture, to dialing in a killer amp tone
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Buy a Fender Player Strat at Guitar Center before November 15 and save hundreds of dollars
Best solid state amps 2025: A killer selection for those who play, dirty, clean, or anything in between
From futuristic modelling, to good old fashioned transistor tech, here’s our expert pick of the best solid state amps money can buy
