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.
7 String Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A 7-string guitar adds extended range and harmonic possibilities. Here's what it offers and how to know if one suits your playing.
Pitch Shifter Guitar Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Pitch shifter pedals welcome beginners with immediate musical results. Create harmonies, transpose songs, and explore creative effects confidently.
How to Set Up and Use Guitar Tuners
Using a clip-on or pedal tuner correctly takes only a minute — this guide covers display reading, tuning technique and how to get stable, accurate results every time.
Rod Wave: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Finding the right Rod Wave music to purchase can feel overwhelming. This guide focuses on where to buy his work, which platforms offer the best value, and how to choose between different formats and a...
The Complete Guide to Fender Bass Head
Fender bass amplifier heads deliver professional tone and power for any musical context. From vintage tube designs to modern solid-state reliability, these amps form the foundation of bass rigs worldw...
Amplifier Stand: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A quality amplifier stand improves tone clarity, protects equipment, and enhances thermal management. This guide shows you what specifications actually matter.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Stand Floor
A quality floor guitar stand keeps your instruments accessible, protected, and properly supported. Discover what makes a stand reliable and how to choose the right one.
Wooden Piano Stand: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting the right wooden piano stand is essential for both the sound quality and longevity of your keyboard instrument. Understanding the key factors ensures you find a wooden piano stand that meets...
The Complete Guide to Fuzz Effect Pedal
The fuzz effect pedal defines rock, roll, and experimental guitar. Discover germanium versus silicon fuzz pedals, how they shape tone, and choosing your ideal fuzz sound.
The Complete Guide to Orange Bass Amplifier
Complete guide to Orange bass amplifiers covering hand-built construction, distinctive tone, professional reliability, and why these amps are essential for serious bassists.
Fender Straps Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Your first Fender guitar strap is essential for comfortable practice. This beginner's guide explains what matters, how to fit it, and what to expect.
Sp 404 Roland: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Roland SP-404 comes in several versions at different prices. This guide explains which version to choose, what condition to look for, and how to avoid expensive mistakes when buying your sampler.
Common Evh Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
I once watched someone walk out of a shop over a five-minute misunderstanding with a locking nut. Here's where people actually trip up, and how to avoid it.
Yamaha Amplifiers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
There's more than one kind of Yamaha amplifier hiding under that one product name. Here's how to work out exactly which one you need.
Headless Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
It looks unusual for about thirty seconds, then it's just a guitar — here's everything a nervous first-timer actually needs to know before buying one.
The Complete Guide to Roland Electronic Piano
Roland electronic pianos blend authentic piano action with modern sound engines and connectivity. Professional features for performers, producers and pianists.
Dean Guitar Company: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The looks grab you first, but the real decision starts once you get past them. Here's what actually matters when buying a Dean.
The Complete Guide to Schecter Left
Schecter left-handed guitars offer comprehensive options for left-handed players, delivering quality construction and diverse tonal characteristics without compromising on playability or affordability...
Les Paul Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Thinking about buying a Les Paul? This guide walks you through the choices that matter—from Gibson versus alternatives to new versus used, weight and playability, and what to actually pay.
The Complete Guide to Epiphone Custom Lp
The Epiphone Custom LT combines Gibson-influenced Les Paul design with practical affordability. Discover why this guitar suits working musicians and progressing players.
Fuzz Box Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Intimidated by fuzz? Our beginner's guide makes it simple. Understand what a fuzz box pedal does, how to use it, and why beginners should experiment with fuzz.
Earthworks Mics: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Earthworks mics are professional-grade and expensive. This buying guide explains what you're paying for, which model suits your needs, and whether they're worth the investment.
Electric 12 String Strings: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Confused about electric 12 string strings specifications? This buyer's guide explains gauge, tension, materials, and brand differences to help you make an informed purchase.
The Best Mustang Guitars for the Money
The best Mustang isn't the most expensive one. It's the one that matches your hands, ears, budget and what you actually want to play.
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
