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Best basses for metal 2025: our selection of the best basses for heavy music across all budgets
From Rickenbacker to Ibanez and Schecter, our picks of the best metal basses will help you sound heavier than ever before
Becky Baldwin made her name on social media while moonlighting as Cliff Burton in a Metallica tribute band. Then she landed her dream gig
Baldwin recounts the years of dedication and hard work that led to one of heavy metal’s most influential bands, Mercyful Fate, inviting her to become their bassist on the spot
Best 12-string guitars 2025: our pick of 12-string acoustic and electric guitars
Our expert guide to the best 12-string guitars from Taylor, Rickenbacker, Fender, and others
Why Chris Squire’s relationship with Rickenbacker got off to a shaky start
Chris Squire's Rickenbacker underwent several changes over the years, the most radical coming when he rewired the single-output bass with stereo outputs
“I love the sound of the Rickenbacker, but I didn’t sound like Chris Squire on it!” Geddy Lee on his Rick-O-Sound tone and ‘crossing the floor’ to Fender
The Ricky 4001 is both loved and hated by bass players: for the Rush legend it’s still a classic
The 12-string guitar that defined the ‘60s: in praise of the Rickenbacker Capri
A favourite of The Beatles and The Byrds, these era-defining electrics still resonate
Best Fender acoustic guitars 2025: Our top picks from Fender’s expansive range of acoustics
Whether you’re looking for an impressive jack-of-all-trades or a miniature dreadnought, Fender has an acoustic for you
How to replicate the Beatles’ classic tones using today’s affordable guitars, basses and effects pedals
Because sourcing the vintage gear is almost impossible, financially and practically, we've put together a list of gear that's on the market today that will help you nail the Fab Four's sound
