Buying Guide
Everything published on Viyolens under Buying Guide — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Evh: A Complete Buyer's Guide
What to actually check before buying EVH guitars — tremolo type, D-Tuna compatibility, neck specs and construction tier.
Shamisen: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Neck width, skin type and repertoire all pull in different directions when buying a shamisen — here's what actually matters.
Epiphone: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Body style comes first, then tier — this guide walks through every key buying decision for choosing the right model new or used at each budget level.
The Complete Guide to Epiphone Lp 100
The Epiphone LP 100 delivers authentic semi-hollow body character and genuine playability at an accessible price, making it an intelligent choice for developing and intermediate guitarists seeking rel...
Flute Cleaning Kit: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A quality flute cleaning kit maintains your instrument and keeps it sounding good for years. This guide covers essential components, budget options, and how to choose what actually matters for your ma...
The Best Marshall Earbuds for the Money
Two models, two very different jobs. Here's which Marshall earbuds actually earn their price depending on how and where you listen.
The Complete Guide to Travel Electric Bass Guitar
A travel electric bass guitar combines compact portability with electric bass tone and playability. Explore the options, from short-scale to folding designs, and find the right instrument for your nee...
Flatwound Guitar String: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Flatwound guitar strings deliver warm, smooth tone—but choosing the right ones means understanding gauge, brand voice, and construction quality.
Amp Sim Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right amp simulator pedal can be confusing. This buying guide covers amp models, cabinet modelling, connectivity and price tiers to help you pick the perfect amp sim.
Common Taylor Guitars Mistakes to Avoid
Nobody sets out to buy the wrong guitar. Here's the honest rundown of where it goes wrong when buying an acoustic - and how to dodge each mistake.
Make Noise Maths: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Maths is the gateway to modular synthesis—a universal tool that transforms static sounds into evolving, dynamic patches. But it demands understanding and commitment.
Hollow Body Bass Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Your definitive guide to choosing a hollow body bass guitar. Understand the unique characteristics, evaluate tone and build quality, and make an informed purchase decision.
Gibson Firebird: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Two Gibson Firebirds can share a badge and little else. Here's exactly what to check — construction, pickups and hardware — before you buy one.
Singing Mic: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Before you buy a new singing mic, here are the questions that actually change the outcome — not the spec-sheet numbers that mostly don't.
Fender Straps Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right Fender strap impacts your comfort and performance. This guide covers material quality, width, adjustment range, and style to help you select the ideal strap.
Rack Mount Audio Mixer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a rack mount audio mixer requires understanding specs, price tiers, and integration needs. This guide walks you through choosing the right model for your workflow.
The Best Fender Mustang Amps for the Money
Value isn't the sticker price — it's whether the features match how you'll actually use the amp. Here's the tier-by-tier breakdown.
Jhs Guitar Pedals: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Before you buy, work out what gain stage you're actually missing. Here's how to choose the right JHS pedal and tier.
Ibanez Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Buying your first Ibanez acoustic guitar can feel daunting — but Ibanez makes beginner-friendly instruments that are comfortable, affordable, and sound genuinely good.
Waves Plugins: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Bundle or individual, subscription or perpetual — here's how to actually buy Waves plugins without ending up with software you never open.
Childrens Guitar Straps: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A proper guitar strap makes the difference between a child enjoying practice and dreading it. This buying guide covers sizing, comfort, and durability for young players.
Guitar Instrument Cable: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The aisle full of premium cables makes buying one feel harder than it should. Here's exactly what's worth paying for and what you can skip.
The Complete Guide to Amps Prices
Amps prices vary dramatically based on technology, power and quality. This guide explores what determines amplifier costs and how to find genuine value at different budget levels.
Vinyl Record Cleaning Machines: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Easy to overspend on features you'll never use here. Here's what actually matters when choosing a record cleaning machine.
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Epiphone
Accessible guitars with classic styling, covering electrics, acoustics and semi-hollows for players at every level.
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Epiphone Les Paul
Classic single-cut electrics with thick tone, long sustain and strong appeal for rock, blues and lead players.
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ESP
High-performance electric guitars with fast playability, strong output and a bold look suited to rock and metal.
Fender
Fender guitars and related instruments trusted for classic design, tone and versatility.
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Fender Stratocaster
The fender stratocaster is a versatile electric guitar known for bright tones, comfort and wide genre appeal.
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Fender Telecaster
The fender telecaster delivers bright, punchy electric guitar tone with dependable playability for stage and studio use.
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Kids Guitar
Scaled-down guitars for younger players, with comfortable sizes that make learning easier and more enjoyable.
Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
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