Everything you need to know about guitars in the UK — acoustic, electric, and bass — from beginner starter packs to professional instruments.
- 207 topics
- 1,616 articles
Inside Guitars
All 207 topicsThe 12 most-searched of 207 topics. The full index is at the foot of the page.
Guitar Tuners
Reliable tuning hardware for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, with options for upgrades, replacements and classic re...
1 topic
Electric Guitar
A versatile amplified instrument for rhythm, lead and genre-spanning performance, from clean tones to high-gain sounds.
27 topics
Acoustic Guitar
An acoustic guitar is a versatile steel-string instrument for strumming, fingerstyle, songwriting and live performance.
23 topics
Guitar Guitar
Guitar guitar is a broad category for instruments and accessories suited to players at every level and style.
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
Stratocaster
Iconic double-cut electric guitars with versatile tones, comfortable contours and wide appeal across many genres.
21 topics
ESP
High-performance electric guitars with fast playability, strong output and a bold look suited to rock and metal.
Telecaster
The Telecaster delivers bright tone, simple controls and reliable versatility for stage, studio and rehearsal.
17 topics
Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
14 topics
Gibson Sg
The Gibson SG is a lightweight, high-output electric guitar with fast playability and bold stage appeal.
3 topics
Fender Telecaster
The fender telecaster delivers bright, punchy electric guitar tone with dependable playability for stage and studio use.
11 topicsArticles on Guitars
All news
Lakland Bass Guitar: A Complete Guide
Lakland bass guitars have earned a formidable reputation among professionals for delivering outstanding playability and tonal versatility with meticulous craftsmanship.
Common Guitar Effects Pedals Wah Mistakes to Avoid
I once watched a friend rock a wah pedal through an entire song, completely out of time, delighted with himself. Here are the honest mistakes people make.
The Best Truss Rods for the Money
There is no single best truss rod, but some designs and suppliers consistently deliver. Here is what to look for and why.
Les Paul: A Complete Buyer's Guide
From budget tiers to fretwork checks, here is the plain-spoken guide to buying a Les Paul without making expensive mistakes.
Prs Guitars Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Not quite a Gibson, not quite a Fender — here's the story of how PRS guitars got that way, and what actually sets one apart from the crowd.
Marshall Headphones: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Marshall headphones span several distinct series. Matching the form factor and features to your use case makes the decision straightforward.
Common Gibson Sg Mistakes to Avoid
The Gibson SG is a brilliantly capable guitar, but it has its quirks. Here are the mistakes players most commonly make, and the straightforward fixes for each.
Short Scale Bass: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Two basses both labelled '30 inch' can feel completely different. Here's what actually separates a good buy from a disappointing one.
Jackson Electric Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
From a custom Randy Rhoads V in 1980 to one of the most recognised names in heavy metal guitar. Here's what makes Jackson instruments distinctive and who they're built for.
The Best Ibanez Bass for the Money
There's no single best Ibanez bass — there's a best one for your budget and your music. Here's the top pick in every tier, from Gio to BTB to Talman.
Tc Electronic: A Complete Buyer's Guide
There are enough variables in the TC Electronic range to trip you up. This plain-spoken guide tells you what actually matters before you buy.
12 String Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting on a 12 string guitar is harder physically but rewarding musically. Here's what to expect and how to succeed as a beginner.
Marshall Mg 30 Fx: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Marshall MG 30 FX makes a strong case as a self-contained practice and rehearsal amp — here is what you need to know before you buy.
Compressor Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Compression is the effect that sounds like nothing is happening — until you bypass it and notice what's changed. This guide explains how to hear it, how to set it, and how to avoid the most common beg...
The Best Bare Knuckle Pickups for the Money
There's no single ‘best’ Bare Knuckle pickup — here's how the range actually splits by player, by sound and by budget.
Common Electronic Bow Mistakes to Avoid
The honest list of electronic bow mistakes, from letting the drive section touch the string to expecting chords, and the simple fix for each.
Gibson Les Paul Black for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Wanting this as your first proper guitar is a great instinct — here is how to start without the jargon overload.
Common Jazz Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
Six common jazz guitar mistakes that have nothing to do with gear, and how to fix every one of them.
The Best Octave Pedals for the Money
Common Epiphone J 200 Mistakes to Avoid
Most problems with this guitar have nothing to do with the guitar itself. Here are the buying and care mistakes worth avoiding entirely.
Common Guitar Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
Most guitar pedal problems are preventable. Learn the mistakes beginners make and how to sidestep them from the start.
Gretsch White Falcon for Beginners: A Complete Guide
It's huge, white and gold — but is a Gretsch White Falcon actually sensible to learn on? Here is the honest answer, from weight and controls to your first weeks.
Common Yamaha Amps Mistakes to Avoid
Most complaints about a Yamaha amp trace back to a handful of avoidable mistakes, not a genuine flaw. Here's what to watch for before it trips you up.
Common Yamaha Electric Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
Most Yamaha electric guitar problems aren't the guitar's fault. Here are the avoidable habits owners fall into, and how to fix each one.
What Guitars Cover
Guitars sit at the heart of modern music, from folk and classical through to jazz, country, rock, and metal. This category encompasses the full playing family — acoustic, electric, and bass — along with the accessories, amplification, and guidance that help players at every stage of their journey make the right choice for their sound and style.
Acoustic and Classical
Acoustic guitars are the natural starting point for many UK players. Dreadnought, orchestra, and jumbo body shapes produce distinct tonal characters, making some better suited to strumming and others to fingerpicking. Classical models use nylon strings, which are gentler on the fingertips and widely recommended for beginners. Electro-acoustic designs bridge the gap between stage and studio, feeding a clean signal to a PA without sacrificing the organic feel of an unamplified instrument.
Electric
The electric guitar is the defining instrument of popular music. Solid-body designs from names such as Fender and Gibson dominate the market, while semi-hollow and hollow-body models bring a warmer resonance suited to jazz and blues. Scale length, pickup configuration, and hardware all shape how an instrument sounds and plays, and the right choice depends as much on style as budget. PRS, Ibanez, and Epiphone round out a strong mid-range offering popular with UK players at every level.
Bass
Bass guitars underpin every band's sound, locking in with the rhythm section and providing the low-frequency foundation that holds a mix together. Four-string models are the standard entry point, with five- and six-string variants offering extended range for more adventurous players. Brands such as Sire, Yamaha, and Warwick cover the spectrum from beginner-friendly instruments to touring-professional workhorses.
Buying Considerations for UK Players
Choosing a guitar means weighing playability, tonewoods, hardware quality, and the music you want to make. Beginners should prioritise a comfortable action and stable tuning; intermediate players often benefit from upgrading pickups or hardware; professionals typically focus on build consistency and stage reliability. Budget, available space, and access to a local technician for setup and repairs are all practical factors worth considering when buying in the UK market.
All 207 topics in Guitars
#
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
- Gibson Acoustic Guitar
- Gibson Electric Guitar
- Gibson Es 335
- Gibson Explorer
- Gibson Firebird
- Gibson Garage London
- Gibson Guitars
- Gibson Hummingbird
- Gibson J45
- Gibson Les Paul
- Gibson Les Paul Standard
- Gibson Sg
- Gretsch
- Gretsch Electric Guitar
- Gretsch Electromatic
- Gretsch Guitars
- Gretsch White Falcon
- Guild Acoustic Guitar
- Guild Electric Guitar
- Guitar Amplifiers
- Guitar Body
- Guitar Bridge
- Guitar Classic Yamaha
- Guitar Frets
- Guitar Guitar
- Guitar Hardware
- Guitar Knobs
- Guitar Neck
- Guitar Nut
- Guitar Pickups
- Guitar Strings
- Guitar Tuners
- Guitar Wiring Kit
- Guitars (General)
- Guitars — Charvel
- Guitars — Fender
- Guitars — Gibson
- Guitars — Guild
- Guitars — Ibanez
- Guitars — Jackson
- Guitars — Martin
- Guitars — Music Man
- Guitars — Other Brands
- Guitars — Sigma
- Guitars — Squier
- Guitars — Takamine
- Guitars — Taylor
- Guitars — Washburn
- Guitars — Yamaha
H
I
J
K
L
M
O
P
R
S
- Schecter
- Schecter Electric Guitar
- Schecter Guitars
- Seagull Acoustic Guitar
- Seagull Electric Guitar
- Semi Hollow Guitar
- Short Scale Guitar
- Sigma Acoustic Guitar
- Signature Guitar
- Silent Guitar
- Single Coil Pickups
- Single Cut Guitar
- Sire
- Sire Electric Guitar
- Squier
- Squier Electric Guitar
- Squier Stratocaster
- Squier Telecaster
- Stratocaster
- Student Guitar
- Superstrat
