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Hard Rock / 23 Jan 2026 / Sarah Collins

Hard Rock Subgenres, Explained

Hard rock has never been a single thing — here's a clear map of its major branches, from heavy metal and glam to grunge and post-grunge.

Multi Effect Guitar / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

The Complete Guide to Multi Effect Guitar

A multi-effect guitar processor brings hundreds of effects and amp models to one compact device. Discover what they offer, how to choose one and whether it suits your playing style.

Squier Bass Guitar / 23 Jan 2026 / Rebecca Turner

The Best Squier Bass Guitars for the Money

The Squier range spans entry-level basics to genuinely excellent instruments — here are the models that deliver the most for what they cost, broken down by style and budget.

Pedal Wah Vox / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

Pedal Wah Vox for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Discover how to confidently use a Vox wah pedal, from setting it up to matching your playing style, and develop your own expressive wah voice as a beginner.

Piano VST / 23 Jan 2026 / Daniel Cooper

Everything You Need to Know About Piano Vst

Piano VST plugins deliver authentic piano emulations within digital audio workstations, enabling professional composition and recording without acoustic instruments.

DAW Controller / 23 Jan 2026 / Katherine Reed

Common Daw Controller Mistakes to Avoid

Most DAW controller problems come from predictable errors in buying, setup, or use. Here is what goes wrong most often and how to avoid each one before it costs time or money.

Marshall Headphones / 23 Jan 2026 / Sophie Clarke

Marshall Headphones for Beginners: A Complete Guide

First pair of wireless headphones? Marshall headphones are straightforward to set up and use. Here's everything a beginner needs to know.

Epiphone Es 335 / 23 Jan 2026 / Rebecca Turner

Common Epiphone Es 335 Mistakes to Avoid

I've watched plenty of excited players trip over the same handful of things, usually because nobody explained why the guitar behaves this way.

Download Pro Tools / 23 Jan 2026 / Samuel Adams

The Complete Guide to Download Pro Tools

Downloading Pro Tools requires understanding your version options, meeting system requirements, and completing authorisation. This guide covers the complete process from selection through post-install...

Marshall Amp / 23 Jan 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Common Marshall Amp Mistakes to Avoid

Most of these aren't about taste — they're avoidable errors that cost money, or worse, damage the amp. Here's what actually trips people up.

Kids Ukulele / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

Kids Ukulele: A Complete Buyer's Guide

A quality kids ukulele brings instant joy and opens the door to music-making. This buyer's guide helps you choose the right size, build quality and price tier for your child.

Fake Books / 23 Jan 2026 / Amy Richardson

The Ultimate Guide to Fake Books

A fake book hands you a melody and some chord symbols, then trusts you to do the rest. Here's exactly what's on the page and how musicians use it.

Guitar Hanger Hercules / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

Guitar Hanger Hercules for Beginners: A Complete Guide

New guitar owner wondering about wall storage? This beginner's guide to Hercules hangers covers types, installation, safety, and why quality matters.

Cable for Guitar / 23 Jan 2026 / James Harrison

The Ultimate Guide to Cable for Guitar

It looks like just wire and two plugs, but a guitar cable is doing real electrical work. Here's the honest, no-nonsense version of what actually matters.

Childs Guitar Strap / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

Childs Guitar Strap for Beginners: A Complete Guide

A beginner's guide to selecting children's guitar straps, covering age-appropriate sizing, comfort materials, safety features, and common beginner mistakes.

Bass Direct Warwick / 23 Jan 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Common Bass Direct Warwick Mistakes to Avoid

Charlotte rounds up the Bass Direct Warwick mistakes she's watched buyers make again and again, and exactly how to avoid each one.

Gibson Bass Guitar / 23 Jan 2026 / Rebecca Turner

The Ultimate Guide to Gibson Bass Guitars

Gibson's bass catalogue spans the EB series, the Thunderbird, the semi-hollow EB-2 and the Norlin-era designs — each family with a distinct sonic identity and construction logic.

DJ Equipment / 23 Jan 2026 / Katherine Reed

Dj Equipment Explained: Features, Types and Tips

DJ equipment is built around four core functions: playing music, mixing sources, monitoring your mix, and amplifying sound. Whether you're starting out or upgrading a club rig, understanding your opti...

Fender Guitar Tuners / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

Fender Guitar Tuners for Beginners: A Complete Guide

A comprehensive beginner's guide to Fender guitar tuners. Understand different tuner types, learn proper tuning technique, and develop perfect intonation habits.

Types of Brass Horns / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

The Complete Guide to Types Of Brass Horns

Types of brass horns range from brilliant trumpets to warm French horns and powerful tubas. Each plays distinct roles in orchestras and musical ensembles.

Chimes / 23 Jan 2026 / Katie Anderson

Chimes Explained: Features, Types and Tips

A primer on orchestral chimes — construction, sound character, technique and the role they play in orchestral and contemporary music.

Fender by Squier / 23 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

The Complete Guide to Fender By Squier

Fender by Squier represents a thoughtful collaboration between Fender's expertise and Squier's manufacturing, delivering measurable quality improvements at a mid-range price point.

Bass Guitar Short Scale / 23 Jan 2026 / Rebecca Turner

Bass Guitar Short Scale: A Complete Guide

Closer frets, lower tension, a warmer voice — here's what actually makes a short scale bass different, and why serious players choose one on purpose.

Effects Module Eurorack / 22 Jan 2026 / Laura Mitchell

Effects Module Eurorack for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Adding effects modules to Eurorack doesn't need to be daunting. This beginner's guide covers the easiest effects to start with, practical setup advice, and how to avoid expensive mistakes when expandi...