Buying Guide
Everything published on Viyolens under Buying Guide — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Fabfilter: A Complete Buyer's Guide
FabFilter's a safe bet, but the catalogue's bigger than people think. Here's how to actually decide what to buy first.
Shure Sm7b: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Shure SM7B is a fine long-term buy, but only if you buy it with the right gain behind it. Here's a practical, no-nonsense look at what to check first.
Superior Drummer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide to Superior Drummer covering system requirements, library storage, licensing, expansion packs and how it compares to EZdrummer.
Floyd Rose: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Get the compatibility wrong on a Floyd Rose and it either won't fit, or it'll fit badly enough to cause you grief for years. Here's what actually matters.
Earthquaker Devices Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Complete buying guide for Earthquaker Devices effects pedals. Learn about their philosophy, popular models, and how to choose the right pedal.
Octave Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Stentor Music Co Ltd: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical guide to selecting, sizing and purchasing Stentor instruments for young musicians, covering grades, features and what to examine before buying.
Bass Trombone: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Single or double trigger? 0.562 or 0.580 bore? Yellow or gold brass bell? Here's how to work through every buying decision clearly.
Drum Bags: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying drum bags that protect your kit properly doesn't have to be complex. This guide explains the key features to look for, price ranges, common mistakes, and how to match bags to your needs.
The Best Subwoofer with Speakers for the Money
Forget chasing a single 'best' subwoofer — here's what each price tier honestly gets you, and where your money actually does the most work.
8 Channel Mixing Console: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right 8 channel mixing console means knowing which specs matter and where the value sits at each price point.
Addictive Drums: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Addictive Drums 2 is worth the attention — but the buying process is modular. Here's what you actually get, what to buy first, and what to skip for now.
Esp 7 String Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Weighted Key Midi: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Weighted key MIDI keyboards simulate piano action resistance, essential for developing proper technique. This buying guide explains action types, specifications that matter, price tiers, and practical...
Pedal Wah Vox: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Learn which Vox wah model suits your style, understand key specifications, evaluate pedals properly, and avoid purchasing mistakes.
Guitar Pedal Amplifier: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a guitar pedal amplifier requires understanding wattage, speaker configuration, digital versus analogue processing, and your actual use case. This guide helps you navigate the options and inv...
Flute Case: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a flute case is essential protection for your instrument. Here's what matters—from case type and padding to moisture control and where to find genuine quality.
The Complete Guide to Keyboard Yamaha 88 Keys
An 88-key Yamaha keyboard offers the full piano range with professional features and authentic weighted action. Learn which model suits your budget and playing style.
The Best Gibson Firebirds for the Money
No fake test scores here — just an honest, tier-by-tier look at where a Gibson Firebird actually earns its money.
Cuatro Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a cuatro guitar requires understanding construction quality and playability fundamentals. This buying guide covers materials, specifications, common mistakes, and pricing.
Common Yamaha Piano Mistakes to Avoid
Most piano-buying regret isn't about the instrument itself — it's a detail nobody checked. Here are the mistakes that come up again and again.
Adam Audio: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buy for your room first, not the spec sheet — a hands-on guide to choosing between ADAM Audio's ranges.
Gretsch Semi Hollow Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Gretsch semi-hollow guitars range from affordable to professional-level. This guide explains which models suit different players and how to avoid overspending or underbuying.
Snare Stand: A Complete Buyer's Guide
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