Rebecca Turner
Rebecca grew up in Birmingham, the city that gave the world heavy metal, and fell for loud guitars early listening to the bands her older brother left lying around. She's spent years untangling the gear behind the riffs — the amps, pedals and pickups that make a sound heavy. She writes about rock and metal guitar with the enthusiasm of a genuine fan.
Articles by Rebecca Turner
The Best Guitar Gig Bags for the Money
From the Mono M80 to budget options under £30, here are the guitar gig bags that offer the best value at each tier.
The Best Evh Guitars for the Money
Not 'cheapest' — value. Here's which EVH guitars actually give you the most for what you're spending, tier by tier, no fake shootout numbers.
Guitar Nut for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The guitar nut is easy to overlook and central to how the guitar feels to play. Here's what every beginner should know about it.
Taylor Guitars Explained: Features, Types and Tips
That easy-playing-neck reputation didn't happen by accident. Here's the history, the technology and the terms you need to make sense of a Taylor spec sheet.
Common Silent Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
Silent guitars are forgiving instruments, but a few consistent mistakes reduce the experience significantly. Here's what to watch out for and why it matters.
The Complete Guide to Gibson Guitar Pickups
Gibson guitar pickups deliver the warm, thick tones legendary in rock, blues and jazz, shaped by thoughtful design emphasising musicality and responsive dynamics.
Thunderbird Bass: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Thunderbird bass market runs from sub-£400 Epiphone versions to Gibson originals and vintage instruments. Here's how to navigate it.
Jazz Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Archtop, semi-hollow or solid-body? Here's exactly what to check before buying a jazz guitar, and the mistakes worth avoiding.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Cleaner
Proper guitar cleaning maintains playability and preserves your instrument's value. Explore the best guitar cleaner products, natural alternatives, and techniques for keeping your guitar in top condit...
Kids Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Half of every early struggle on a kids guitar is the instrument's fault, not the player's. Here's a proper first-weeks plan, buzzy chords and all.
Common Squier Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes that catch most first-time Squier buyers, and the simple fixes that stop them costing you twice.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Tool
Every guitarist should maintain their instrument with proper care, yet many overlook the importance of having essential tools at hand.
Everything You Need to Know About Busking Amp Battery Powered
A battery powered amp is essential kit for any busker or street performer. This guide explains the key features, leading models and practical advice for choosing the right system for your needs.
The Ultimate Guide to Auden Acoustic Guitars
Auden acoustic guitars deliver quality construction and warm, articulate tone at accessible prices. Perfect for beginners and intermediate players, discover what makes Auden a trusted choice for playe...
The Complete Guide to Lock Nut Guitar
A locking nut guitar dramatically improves tuning stability for aggressive playing techniques. Explore how this hardware innovation works and its advantages for different musical styles.
The Best Strymon Timeline Pedals for the Money
Getting the best value from this delay pedal comes down to purchase route, compatible power, and knowing which add-ons genuinely earn their cost.
Streaming Amplifier: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Matching power output, streaming services and connectivity to your actual needs — a practical buyer's guide to streaming amplifiers at every budget.
The Complete Guide to Cables Speaker
Discover how to choose and install quality speaker cables for optimal audio performance. From gauge selection to connector types, master the essentials of speaker cable setup.
Corner Bass Traps for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Almost every untreated home studio sounds boomy — and corner bass traps are usually the fix. Here's everything a beginner needs to understand room modes, trap types, and where to start.
The Complete Guide to Childrens Guitar Straps
A well-fitted children's guitar strap ensures comfort, safe handling, and confidence during practice. Proper sizing and quality matter more than style.
What Rebecca Turner 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
Fender
Fender guitars and related instruments trusted for classic design, tone and versatility.
51 topics
Fender Stratocaster
The fender stratocaster is a versatile electric guitar known for bright tones, comfort and wide genre appeal.
8 topics
Guitar Tuners
Reliable tuning hardware for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, with options for upgrades, replacements and classic re...
1 topic
Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
14 topics
Stratocaster
Iconic double-cut electric guitars with versatile tones, comfortable contours and wide appeal across many genres.
21 topics
Telecaster
The Telecaster delivers bright tone, simple controls and reliable versatility for stage, studio and rehearsal.
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