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Drum Kit / 27 Jul 2026 / Benjamin Wood

Drum Kit Explained: Features, Types and Tips

Hard Guitar Case / 27 Jul 2026 / Rebecca Turner

Hard Guitar Case Explained: Features, Types and Tips

Reggae Music / 27 Jul 2026 / Natalie Brooks

Reggae Music for Newcomers: Where to Start

No scales, no history lesson required. Just three records, three things to notice, and a straightforward way into reggae for anyone starting from zero.

Attenuator Amplifier / 27 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

The Complete Guide to Attenuator Amplifier

An attenuator amplifier lets you achieve the rich, overdriven tones of a cranked tube amp at manageable volume levels. Perfect for home studios, flats and small venues.

Yamaha Electric Bass Guitar / 27 Jul 2026 / Rebecca Turner

Yamaha Electric Bass Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Everything worth checking before buying a Yamaha bass guitar, from BB vs TRBX to bridge design and battery-powered electronics.

Electronic Bow / 27 Jul 2026 / Amy Richardson

Electronic Bow for Beginners: A Complete Guide

A no-assumptions beginner's guide to the electronic bow, walking through your first sustained note step by step, with no prior knowledge needed.

Jazzmaster Baritone / 27 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

Jazzmaster Baritone: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Buying a Jazzmaster baritone requires knowing what to evaluate and where to look. This guide helps you choose an instrument that suits your playing, budget, and musical goals.

Yamaha Studio Monitors / 27 Jul 2026 / Daniel Cooper

Yamaha Studio Monitors Explained: Features, Types and Tips

Yamaha's studio monitor range has a long history in professional recording. Here is what makes the HS series distinctive and how to approach it.

Pick Fender / 27 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

Pick Fender: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Choosing the right Fender pick dramatically affects your playing experience and tone. This guide walks you through thickness, materials, shapes, and price tiers to find the perfect pick for your needs...

Christmas Number 1 1994 / 27 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

Christmas Number 1 1994: What You Need to Know

The 1994 Christmas number one tells a story about how British popular music works and the significance of the festive chart battle.

Nektar MIDI Keyboard / 27 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

Nektar Midi Keyboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Nektar MIDI keyboards excel for DAW-based production with dedicated controls and software integration. This guide helps you choose the right model for your workflow and budget.

Jazz Guitar / 27 Jul 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

The Best Jazz Guitars for the Money

Archtop, semi-hollow, solid-body or nylon-string — here's which jazz guitar actually suits the style you're chasing.

Guitar Wall Mount / 26 Jul 2026 / Rebecca Turner

Common Guitar Wall Mount Mistakes to Avoid

Almost every guitar-off-the-wall horror story comes down to one of these completely avoidable mistakes.

Rode Radio Microphone / 26 Jul 2026 / Sophie Clarke

Common Rode Radio Microphone Mistakes to Avoid

Most RØDE wireless audio problems trace to a handful of avoidable mistakes. From connector confusion and antenna placement to Wi-Fi interference — here's what to watch for before every shoot.

Genelec / 26 Jul 2026 / Katie Anderson

The Best Genelecs for the Money

There's no single "best" Genelec — just the tier that matches your room, budget and how seriously you'll actually use what you're paying for.

Reggae Music / 26 Jul 2026 / Nicola Evans

The Best Reggae Music Artists to Know

No filler, no forced obscurities — the reggae artists, producers and session players who actually built the genre, and what to listen for from each.

Podcasting Mics / 26 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

The Complete Guide to Podcasting Mics

Quality podcasting mics are the foundation of professional-sounding audio. This guide explores microphone types, connection methods and how to select podcasting mics that capture your voice clearly an...

Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings / 26 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

The Complete Guide to Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings

Flatwound bass guitar strings deliver warm, smooth tone preferred by jazz and soul bassists. Discover their advantages, durability and how to choose the right gauge.

Yamaha Portable Electronic Keyboards / 26 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

The Complete Guide to Yamaha Portable Electronic Keyboards

Yamaha portable electronic keyboards offer reliable quality and professional features across every price point. Learn what sets them apart and how to choose the right model.

Ludwig Drum Kit / 26 Jul 2026 / Katie Anderson

Ludwig Drum Kit for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Starting on a Ludwig drum kit is straightforward once you understand setup and practice fundamentals. Here is what a new player needs to know in the first few months.

Half Size Guitar / 26 Jul 2026 / Rebecca Turner

Common Half Size Guitar Mistakes to Avoid

Most young learners struggle not because of lack of talent but because of avoidable mistakes made at the buying and setup stage. These are the ones that matter most.

Laney / 26 Jul 2026 / Rebecca Turner

The Complete Guide to Laney

Laney amplifiers deliver warm, thick British tube tone at accessible prices. Favoured by rock and blues guitarists for 50+ years, Laney rigs remain road-reliable and musically expressive.

Arturia Vintage Collection / 26 Jul 2026 / Emma Wilson

Arturia Vintage Collection for Beginners: A Complete Guide

A beginner's welcome to Arturia Vintage Collection. Learn your first steps, understand the basic controls, avoid common mistakes, and find courage in the learning journey.

Guitar and Ukulele Stand / 26 Jul 2026 / Joanne Hall

The Complete Guide to Guitar And Ukulele Stand

A quality guitar and ukulele stand provides genuine security whilst encouraging more frequent playing. Proper stands keep instruments visible, accessible and safe from accidental damage—transforming h...