Charlotte Bennett
Charlotte grew up in a house where the record player was never off, and turned a teenage habit of scribbling gig reviews into a career spent writing about the music she loves. Based in London, she still spends her weekends digging through the crates in the city's second-hand shops and catching new bands in small rooms before anyone else has heard of them. She writes about guitars, records and the stories behind the songs.
The Complete Guide to Fender Straps Guitar
Fender straps for guitars combine practical comfort with visual identity. A quality strap makes hours of playing enjoyable and contributes to your stage presence.
The Best Gibson J45s for the Money
Standard, special finish, Century 12-Fret or vintage — here's how I'd spend my own money across the Gibson J-45 range, and why.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Punk Guitars
Punk rock guitars are built on raw energy, simplicity and attitude rather than technical virtuosity. From the three-chord fury of the Sex Pistols to the melodic hooks of post-punk bands, punk guitars...
Strymon Deco Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Two sections, two footswitches, one concept: two tape machines talking to each other. Here is what the Deco actually does and why it matters.
Strymon Deco for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Two sections, two footswitches, one tape concept. Here is how to get started with it without feeling lost in the first five minutes.
The Complete Guide to 1 4 Audio Jack
The 1/4 audio jack is the universal connector powering guitars, amplifiers and professional audio equipment worldwide. Discover its construction, varieties and how to maintain trouble-free connections...
Ibanez Pedals Tube Screamer Mini: A Complete Guide
Ibanez pedals, led by the legendary Tube Screamer, offer warm, musical tone at accessible prices. From blues to alternative, Ibanez effects shape professional guitar sound worldwide.
Boss Katana 50 Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A little combo that surprises people with a proper 12-inch amp sound. Here's what's actually going on inside a Boss Katana 50, in plain English.
Evh Guitar Amp: A Complete Guide
EVH guitar amps deliver high-gain tone engineered for rock and metal. Explore the iconic 5150 III, channel design, wattage options and why EVH remains a benchmark for aggressive yet musical amplificat...
The Complete Guide to Taylor Nylon String Guitar
Taylor nylon strings combine quality materials with precision manufacturing to deliver the warmth and clarity that classical guitarists demand.
Common Flanger Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
Most flanging problems come down to a small number of fixable errors — this guide covers the mistakes that most commonly reduce the effect's musical usefulness.
Tanglewood Acoustic: A Complete Guide
Talk about 'a Tanglewood' like it's one guitar and you're missing most of the story. Here's the proper introduction to the brand and its range.
Rickenbacker Explained: Features, Types and Tips
That chiming, slightly compressed tone on a hundred classic records has a name: Rickenbacker. Here's the history, the models and the sound behind it, in plain terms.
The Ultimate Guide to Fret Polishing Kit
A quality fret polishing kit gives you everything needed to restore oxidised frets to a brilliant shine. Learn what's included and how to use these tools effectively.
Guitar Amp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Finding the right guitar amp means matching the wattage, type and format to how you actually play — not the way you imagine you might one day play.
Attenuator Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Love a tube amp you can never turn up? Here's what an attenuator actually does, the main types, and how to use one without frying anything.
Common Gibson Explorer Mistakes to Avoid
The genuinely avoidable mistakes that trip up new owners, from neck-dive to buying on badge alone.
The Complete Guide to Peavey T 40
The Peavey T-40 stands as an iconic American bass guitar from the 1980s, representing solid construction and punchy tone at an affordable price.
The Best Gibson Firebird Guitars for the Money
From an Epiphone first-timer to a collector's 1960s original, here's how the different tiers of Gibson Firebird actually compare.
The Best Guitar Picks for the Money
There's no universally best guitar pick, but for each style of playing, certain picks come up time and again for good reasons. Here's what consistently earns its reputation.
What Charlotte Bennett covers
Acoustic Guitar
An acoustic guitar is a versatile steel-string instrument for strumming, fingerstyle, songwriting and live performance.
23 topics
Electric Guitar
A versatile amplified instrument for rhythm, lead and genre-spanning performance, from clean tones to high-gain sounds.
27 topics
ESP
High-performance electric guitars with fast playability, strong output and a bold look suited to rock and metal.
Fender
Fender guitars and related instruments trusted for classic design, tone and versatility.
51 topics
Gibson Sg
The Gibson SG is a lightweight, high-output electric guitar with fast playability and bold stage appeal.
3 topics
Guitar Tuners
Reliable tuning hardware for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, with options for upgrades, replacements and classic re...
1 topic
Sheet Music & Learning
Your guide to sheet music, scores, music theory books, and graded exam resources for UK musicians — from beginner method...
54 topics
Telecaster
The Telecaster delivers bright tone, simple controls and reliable versatility for stage, studio and rehearsal.
17 topics
