Everything you need to know about guitars in the UK — acoustic, electric, and bass — from beginner starter packs to professional instruments.
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Guitar Tuners
Reliable tuning hardware for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, with options for upgrades, replacements and classic re...
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Electric Guitar
A versatile amplified instrument for rhythm, lead and genre-spanning performance, from clean tones to high-gain sounds.
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Acoustic Guitar
An acoustic guitar is a versatile steel-string instrument for strumming, fingerstyle, songwriting and live performance.
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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.
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Fender Stratocaster
The fender stratocaster is a versatile electric guitar known for bright tones, comfort and wide genre appeal.
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Stratocaster
Iconic double-cut electric guitars with versatile tones, comfortable contours and wide appeal across many genres.
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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.
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Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
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Gibson Sg
The Gibson SG is a lightweight, high-output electric guitar with fast playability and bold stage appeal.
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Fender Telecaster
The fender telecaster delivers bright, punchy electric guitar tone with dependable playability for stage and studio use.
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The Best Schecters for the Money
"Best" only means anything once you know what you play and what you're happy to spend. Here's Schecter, broken down by tier, the way I'd talk you through it over a coffee.
The Best Fretless Bass for the Money
Forget chasing one "best" fretless bass — here's how to match the configuration to what you're actually trying to do with it.
Common Modelling Amp Mistakes to Avoid
Modelling amps are incredibly capable, but a handful of consistent mistakes leave players frustrated rather than inspired. Here is what to watch out for.
Amp Cleaner: A Complete Guide
A clean amp is the transparent foundation of great guitar tone. Discover what sets them apart, how to choose the right one, and why they matter for every playing style.
Takamine Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
What genuinely matters before you buy, and the reasoning behind each check, from production line to electronics to body shape.
Pedal Power Supply for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Most guitar pedals run on 9V DC. Learn the basics of pedal power supplies and how to avoid common beginner mistakes that introduce noise or damage gear.
Common Boss Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
A Guide to Warwick Basses
That asymmetrical body and mid-forward growl aren't an accident. Here's the German brand behind Warwick's distinctive models, woods and sound.
Yamaha Music: A Complete Buyer's Guide
There's no single answer to which Yamaha to buy. Here's how to actually work through the decision, category by category.
The Best Positive Grids for the Money
Spark 2, Spark MINI or BIAS software — here's which Positive Grid product is actually worth your money, and why.
The Best Pickguards for the Money
A pickguard swap is one of the most cost-effective mods on a guitar. Here's what different spending levels actually get you — and where the value genuinely lies.
Cleaning Frets On Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Discover how to clean frets on your guitar with confidence. This beginner-friendly guide covers the essential tools, simple steps, and mistakes to avoid when maintaining your fretboard.
The Ultimate Guide to Fret King Electric Guitar
Fret King electric guitars deliver exceptional value with meticulous fretwork and reliable construction. Ideal for intermediate players seeking quality without premium pricing.
The Best Hollow Body Guitars for the Money
The best hollow-body guitar is the one matching your style and budget—not the one with the biggest name. Here are the standout instruments at every price point.
Tanglewood Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need to understand every spec to start well. Here's the simple, honest way into your first Tanglewood acoustic guitar.
Electric Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an electric guitar involves several key decisions. Here are the most important choices and specific model recommendations at each budget level.
Bass Strings for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need to understand every option to buy a decent first set of bass strings. Here's the short version, aimed at getting you playing.
Epiphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A setup, an understanding of the pickup selector and sensible amp settings are the three foundations of a good start — this guide covers all three for new players.
The Best Expression Pedals for the Money
Boss EV-30 for versatility, Mission EP-1 for premium boards, Dunlop DVP4 for space-saving — here are the expression pedals worth buying.
Ibanez Bass Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Ibanez builds several distinct bass families rather than one instrument — here's how SR, BTB, EHB, Talman and Gio differ, and which technical choices actually matter.
Beginner Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Jhs Guitar Pedals for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Overdrive, distortion, fuzz — all explained simply. Here's how to pick and set up your very first JHS pedal.
Everything You Need to Know About Silent Concert Headphones
Nothing about silent concert headphones is mysterious once you see the full signal chain behind them — let's take it apart calmly, piece by piece.
Common Gibson Firebird Mistakes to Avoid
Most Gibson Firebird problems aren't the guitar's fault — they're a mismatch between how it's built and how it's treated. Here's what to get right.
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.
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- Gibson Les Paul
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- Gretsch Electric Guitar
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- Gretsch Guitars
- Gretsch White Falcon
- Guild Acoustic Guitar
- Guild Electric Guitar
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- Guitar Classic Yamaha
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- Guitar Guitar
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- Guitar Tuners
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- Sigma Acoustic Guitar
- Signature Guitar
- Silent Guitar
- Single Coil Pickups
- Single Cut Guitar
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- Sire Electric Guitar
- Squier
- Squier Electric Guitar
- Squier Stratocaster
- Squier Telecaster
- Stratocaster
- Student Guitar
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