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
The Best Washburn Guitars for the Money
No fake shootouts — just an honest map of where the Washburn range's value sits, from dreadnought acoustics to Nuno Bettencourt's N4.
Modelling Amp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The modelling amp market has never been more varied or more capable. This buyer's guide cuts through the options and focuses on what actually matters for your situation.
8 String Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The 8-string guitar extends standard guitar range with two extra bass strings, changing the instrument's physics, neck dimensions and technique demands in ways worth understanding before buying.
Gibson Firebird Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The Gibson Firebird looks like nothing else in Gibson's catalogue — here's the design history, the model range and the construction that gives it a sound of its own.
The Ultimate Guide to Squier Electric Guitar
Squier makes Fender-designed guitars at prices that don't hurt. This guide explains the Bullet, Affinity, Classic Vibe and Contemporary lines, the models available, and what each one does well.
The Ultimate Guide to Amp for Electric Drum Kit
Find the perfect amplifier for your electric drum kit, from bedroom practice to live performance. Discover wattage requirements, key features and how to set up your amp for optimal sound.
Gibson Lp Custom for Beginners: A Complete Guide
It's not the usual first-guitar advice, but if the look is what's pulling you toward playing, here's how to go in with your eyes open.
Music Man: A Complete Buyer's Guide
No hype, just the checks that matter: how to choose between the bass and guitar ranges, and what to inspect before you buy new or used.
Midi Cable for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A gentle, step-by-step first setup for anyone new to MIDI — what it actually is, how to connect it, and what to check if nothing happens.
Cort Bass Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Manufactured by one of the world's largest guitar factories, Cort basses offer consistent quality at competitive prices. Here is what you need to know about the range.
Guitar Bass Effect: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Complete Guide to Electric Bass Guitar Strap
A quality bass guitar strap distributes weight evenly across your shoulder, prevents slipping, and transforms comfort during rehearsals and performances — a practical accessory worth choosing carefull...
The Best Music Man Bass Guitars for the Money
Every instrument in the range is made in California and priced accordingly. These are the ones that deliver the best return on what you spend.
Ibanez Bass for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A gentle first-timer's guide to Ibanez bass — Gio or SR, why four strings is plenty, what a basic setup means, and the worries every beginner has.
Everything You Need to Know About Guitars Body
The guitar body is more than just the largest part of the instrument. This guide explains what it does, what types exist and what actually matters when you are choosing one.
Common Fender Bass Amp Mistakes to Avoid
Sire Guitars for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Why Sire guitars are a genuinely kind place for a beginner to start, and exactly how to get going.
The Best Jhs Pedals for the Money
Best value isn't the cheapest box on the shelf — it's the pedal that quietly does the job of two or three. Here's where the real value sits.
Common Reverb Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
Discover the most common reverb pedal mistakes guitarists make and how to avoid them for better tone and clarity.
Humbucker Pickups: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A straight-talking checklist covering style, position, wiring and physical fit, so you buy the right replacement the first time.
Evh Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A friend spent three weeks agonising over an EVH guitar, then bought the wrong one anyway. Here's what actually matters before you hand over your card.
Jhs Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The range is wide, but once you know what gap you're actually filling, it narrows down fast. Here's the honest, unhurried version of how to choose.
Washburn Guitar: A Complete Guide
A 19th-century Chicago mandolin maker that ended up shaping dreadnought design and building Nuno Bettencourt's signature rock machine.
Common Ibanez Gio Mistakes to Avoid
The avoidable mistakes that trip people up most often with an Ibanez GIO, from tremolo upkeep to nut work best left to a professional.
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
