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Deathcore / 26 Jan 2025 / Chloe Nelson

Essential Deathcore Albums Explained

These are the records that defined the sound, pushed it forward or showed how far it could reach — the essential deathcore albums from the mid-2000s to today.

Bluegrass / 26 Jan 2025 / Abigail Lewis

The Best Bluegrass Artists to Know

Every name here earned its place through decades of playing, not a single hit. Take your time getting to know the essential bluegrass artists properly.

Grand Pianos Yamaha / 26 Jan 2025 / Sophie Clarke

The Complete Guide to Grand Pianos Yamaha

Yamaha grand pianos blend Japanese precision with refined tone, from advanced student models to concert-grade instruments. Discover the full Yamaha range and find the perfect grand piano for your aspi...

Orange Bass Amp / 26 Jan 2025 / James Harrison

Orange Bass Amp: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Orange makes bass amps for every situation, from bedroom practice to major stages — here's how to pick the right one without being oversold.

Sibelius Music Composition Software / 26 Jan 2025 / Hannah Roberts

The Complete Guide to Sibelius Music Composition Software

Sibelius music composition software stands as the industry standard for professional music notation, enabling composers to create publication-quality scores efficiently.

Epiphone J 200 / 25 Jan 2025 / James Harrison

Epiphone J 200: A Complete Buyer's Guide

The Epiphone J-200 name covers several genuinely different guitars — here's exactly what to check before you hand over any money.

Tabla Drumming / 25 Jan 2025 / Claire Robinson

The Best Tabla Drummings for the Money

The shiniest advert rarely matches the drum that actually suits where you are in your playing. Here's an honest tier-by-tier guide.

Bass Guitar Pink / 25 Jan 2025 / Olivia Parker

Bass Guitar Pink: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Looking for a bass guitar pink? Our buying guide ensures you choose quality tone and playability along with the colour you love.

Piccolo Trumpet / 25 Jan 2025 / William Scott

Piccolo Trumpet: A Complete Buyer's Guide

The Schilke B6L, Bach 238, Yamaha YTR-9835 and beyond: how to choose between professional piccolo trumpet models and what to look for before you buy.

Martin 12 String Strings / 25 Jan 2025 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Martin 12 String Strings

Martin 12-string strings are engineered specifically for 12-string guitars, balancing brightness, warmth, and tuning stability. Discover which gauge and material suit your playing style.

Pedal Metal / 25 Jan 2025 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Pedal Metal

Pedal metal represents one of the most distinctive approaches to contemporary percussion. Understand the mechanics and tonal possibilities of these systems to transform your playing.

Nylon Strings / 25 Jan 2025 / Rebecca Turner

The Best Nylon Strings for the Money

The nylon string market is competitive at every price point — here is a clear-eyed look at the sets that genuinely deliver, from reliable all-rounders to specialist choices for specific instruments an...

Dante Digital Audio / 25 Jan 2025 / Lucy Edwards

Dante Digital Audio: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Dante has revolutionised professional audio networking, enabling studios and live sound systems to transmit pristine digital audio over standard network infrastructure.

Amapiano / 25 Jan 2025 / Nicola Evans

Amapiano Subgenres, Explained

Stop treating this genre as one interchangeable sound. It isn't. Here's the honest map of the different camps sitting underneath the log drum and piano loops.

Trombone Mouthpiece / 25 Jan 2025 / Daniel Cooper

Trombone Mouthpiece for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Getting your first trombone mouthpiece? Learn sizing basics, how to know if your current mouthpiece fits, common beginner mistakes, and why professional guidance matters.

Stradivarius Violin / 24 Jan 2025 / Caroline James

Stradivarius Violin Explained: Features, Types and Tips

What makes a Stradivarius a Stradivarius? A clear look at Antonio Stradivari's career, the features experts study, and where you can see one today.

Guitar Cabinet / 24 Jan 2025 / Rebecca Turner

Guitar Cabinet for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Sp 404 Roland / 24 Jan 2025 / Laura Mitchell

Sp 404 Roland for Beginners: A Complete Guide

The Roland SP-404 is incredibly beginner-friendly. Discover your first steps, how to trigger samples and create loops, and how to build confidence as a producer.

Mandolin / 24 Jan 2025 / Claire Robinson

Mandolin for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Learning the mandolin starts with getting the tuning right, learning a handful of chords and developing a clean pick technique. Here is what the early weeks actually look like.

Music Stand / 24 Jan 2025 / Benjamin Wood

Music Stand: A Complete Buyer's Guide

There's a genuine engineering trade-off in that folding frame. Here's how to work through the decision properly, step by step.

Guitar Electric Case / 24 Jan 2025 / Olivia Parker

The Complete Guide to Guitar Electric Case

A guitar electric case protects your instrument from damage during transport and storage. Learn about different case types, materials, and how to maintain your guitar electric case.

Guitar Electric Black / 24 Jan 2025 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Guitar Electric Black

Black electric guitars command cultural significance and visual drama unmatched by other colours. Discover why black remains the ultimate choice for rock, jazz, metal, and more.

Electric Guitar Hardware / 24 Jan 2025 / Benjamin Wood

The Complete Guide to Electric Guitar Hardware

Electric guitar hardware components determine playability, reliability, and tone — understanding these elements enables informed upgrades and proper maintenance.

Piano Portable / 24 Jan 2025 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Piano Portable

A portable piano delivers the feel of a traditional instrument in a compact, transportable package. This guide covers essential features, different types, and what to look for when choosing a portable...