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Bhangra / 19 Apr 2026 / Gemma Phillips

The Best Bhangra Artists to Know

The unsung dholis who drive the room, the British-era pioneers, and the crossover names the world actually knows. Here's who matters, and why.

Plugin Subscriptions / 19 Apr 2026 / Sophie Clarke

Plugin Subscriptions for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Plugin plugin subscriptionss can seem essential for new producers, but most beginners don't need a subscription right away. This guide explains when a subscription makes sense, where to start and what...

Mxr Guitar Effects Pedals / 19 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

Mxr Guitar Effects Pedals: A Complete Buyer's Guide

This buyer's guide covers everything you need to know about MXR guitar effects pedals—from build quality and power options to new vs. used decisions.

Peavey Evh Guitar / 19 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

Peavey Evh Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Peavey EVH guitars are beginner-friendly despite their professional reputation. Understand the design and how to start playing rock.

Focal Monitor / 19 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

The Complete Guide to Focal Monitor

Focal monitors deliver transparent, accurate sound essential for professional mixing and mastering. Learn what makes them special, which model suits your studio, and how to optimise your monitoring se...

Mic with Recorder / 19 Apr 2026 / Sophie Clarke

Mic with Recorder: A Complete Guide

Mic with recorder can mean three different things. Here's how to tell which setup you actually need, and how to get a clean take either way.

Carry on Up the Charts Vinyl / 19 Apr 2026 / Oliver Thompson

The Complete Guide to Carry On Up The Charts Vinyl

Vinyl has made a remarkable comeback, with records now climbing charts in numerous countries. This resurgence reflects changing listener preferences and represents a vindication for vinyl enthusiasts.

Noise Cancelling Headphones / 19 Apr 2026 / Daniel Cooper

Noise Cancelling Headphones: A Complete Buyer's Guide

The right pair of noise cancelling headphones depends on your specific use case — here is what to evaluate before buying.

Trumpet Mouthpiece / 19 Apr 2026 / Louise Watson

Trumpet Mouthpiece: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Choosing the right trumpet mouthpiece means understanding what each variable does and being honest about what you actually need. Here's a plain guide to cup depth, rim width, and when changing makes s...

Concert Lighting / 19 Apr 2026 / Abigail Lewis

Concert Lighting: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Before you buy any lighting gear, work out what your venues actually need — this guide walks through fixtures, control and the details that matter most.

Marshall Headphones / 19 Apr 2026 / Daniel Cooper

Common Marshall Headphones Mistakes to Avoid

Most problems with Marshall headphones are easy to avoid once you know what they are. Here are the six most common mistakes and how to fix them.

Record Bag / 19 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

Record Bag for Beginners: A Complete Guide

New to collecting vinyl? This beginner's guide demystifies record bags, explains why they matter, and helps you choose your first one with confidence. Avoid common mistakes and protect your growing co...

Electric Fiddle / 19 Apr 2026 / Claire Robinson

Electric Fiddle for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Nothing about your playing needs to change. Here's a gentle, unhurried way into amplification for a nervous first-timer.

Thrash Metal / 19 Apr 2026 / Sarah Collins

The Best Thrash Metal Artists to Know

Everyone knows the Big Four. Here's the fuller list — the bands who did just as much heavy lifting and rarely get the same credit.

8 Inch Studio Monitors / 19 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

8 Inch Studio Monitors: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Eight-inch studio monitors offer an excellent balance of accurate monitoring and practical desk-space requirements. This buying guide helps you select 8-inch studio monitors delivering genuine value f...

Violin Stand / 19 Apr 2026 / Catherine Allen

The Ultimate Guide to Violin Stand

Console Digital Piano / 19 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

Console Digital Piano for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Starting with a console digital piano doesn't require experience or complex knowledge. This beginner's guide takes you from unboxing through first practise sessions, avoiding common pitfalls and build...

Acoustic Guitar Pick Up / 18 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

The Complete Guide to Acoustic Guitar Pick Up

Acoustic guitar pickups convert string vibration to electrical signal, enabling amplification whilst preserving acoustic character. Understand pickup technologies and installation options.

Glitch / 18 Apr 2026 / Nicola Evans

The Best Glitch Artists to Know

No padding, no filler names. Here's the honest rundown of who actually built glitch, from the pioneer nobody credits enough to the ones still pushing it forward.

Bass DI Box / 18 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

Bass Di Box for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Just starting bass? Wondering about DI boxes? This beginner's guide explains what a bass DI box does, when you'll need one and how to choose.

Boss Flanger Bf 3 / 18 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

The Complete Guide to Boss Flanger Bf 3

The Boss Flanger BF-3 delivers distinctive flanging with analogue warmth and reliability. Explore its rich effects, signal chain placement, and enduring appeal among guitarists.

Music Notes Drums / 18 Apr 2026 / James Harrison

The Complete Guide to Music Notes Drums

Reading music notes for drums enables drummers to collaborate with other musicians, study formal materials, and interpret complex rhythmic patterns with consistency across ensemble contexts.