Guitar Gear
Everything published on Viyolens under Guitar Gear — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Walrus Audio: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Considering Walrus Audio gear? Learn what makes these effects special, how to evaluate value, common mistakes, and find the right products for your needs.
The Complete Guide to Gibson Electric Bass Guitar
Gibson electric bass guitars combine legendary craftsmanship with iconic designs that shape bass playing across all genres. Discover the heritage and sound of Gibson basses.
The Best Guitar Tuners for the Money
These are the clip-on, pedal and strobe models that deliver the best balance of accuracy, build quality and value at each price point.
Cables Jack Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The guitar jack cable is the first link in your signal chain. Here's what to understand about how it works and what separates a good one from a mediocre one.
The Complete Guide to Boss Loopers
Boss loopers transform a single guitar into a complete arrangement, letting you record and layer loops in real time. Learn which Boss looper suits your needs and how to master creative looping techniq...
Loop Pedal Explained: Features, Types and Tips
One musician, one loop pedal, and suddenly it sounds like a full band. Here's how the trick actually works, and the types you'll come across.
Fender Stratocaster Pickguard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a Fender Stratocaster pickguard means deciding between blank and loaded, colours, and materials. Learn what matters and avoid costly mistakes.
Common Wireless Guitar System Mistakes to Avoid
Most wireless dropouts aren't the unit's fault. Here's what actually goes wrong on stage, and the simple fixes behind each one.
The Complete Guide to Cool Guitar Effects
Cool guitar effects transform your sound and expand creative possibilities, from subtle enhancement to radical sonic transformation.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Modelling
Guitar modelling digitally recreates classic amplifiers and effects, offering flexibility and affordability. Discover what this technology offers, how to use it effectively, and whether it suits your...
Common Chorus Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
Most chorus pedal problems come down to a handful of predictable mistakes. Here's what to watch out for and the straightforward fixes for each one.
Adam Jones Tool: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Getting the Adam Jones guitar tone means choosing the right Les Paul, Mesa/Boogie amp, and a handful of essential effects. This buyer's guide covers every component at different price points.
Guitar Pedal Harmonizer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A guitar harmonizer pedal generates harmonies in real time to match your playing. This beginner's guide covers setup, first steps, and how to use it musically.
Ibanez Electric Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an Ibanez electric guitar means navigating a lot of choices, each one genuinely affecting how the instrument will feel and sound in your hands. A technical guide to what matters and what doesn'...
Fender Dreadnought: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A Fender dreadnought is a trusted choice for serious players, but vast differences exist between models across price tiers and production locations. This guide cuts through the options and helps you f...
Pitch Shifter Effect Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Your complete guide to buying a pitch shifter effect pedal. Understand polyphonic vs monophonic processing, budget tiers, and find the perfect pedal for your needs.
The Complete Guide to Mxr Guitar Effects Pedals
MXR guitar effects pedals are iconic tools used by professionals for fifty years. Learn how to choose and use MXR effects pedals for rock, blues, funk and metal.
Cabinet Speakers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a speaker cabinet overwhelms beginners. Our guide explains wattage, impedance, driver sizes, and helps you pick the right cabinet for your amp and playing style.
Modelling Amp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The modelling amp market has never been more varied or more capable. This buyer's guide cuts through the options and focuses on what actually matters for your situation.
Cort Bass Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Manufactured by one of the world's largest guitar factories, Cort basses offer consistent quality at competitive prices. Here is what you need to know about the range.
Common Fender Bass Amp Mistakes to Avoid
The Complete Guide to Ibanez Tube
Ibanez tube amplifiers deliver professional tube tone and reliable construction at competitive prices. These amplifiers combine the brand's guitar expertise with quality tube amplification, making the...
Cables Jack: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a guitar cable shouldn't be an afterthought. Here's what to look for at each price point and how to match the cable to your actual use.
Electronic Bow: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The honest buying guide to the electronic bow: what it needs from your guitar, what it won't do, and how your amp and effects change the result.
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Fender Mustang Lt25
A compact modelling practice amp with flexible tones, easy controls and everyday portability for home players.
Guitar Frets
Guitar frets define note positions on the neck and strongly affect intonation, comfort and playing accuracy.
Guitar Tuners
Reliable tuning hardware for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, with options for upgrades, replacements and classic re...
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Ibanez Electric Guitar
Fast-playing electrics with modern styling, comfortable necks and versatile tones for everything from practice to profes...
Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
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PRS Se
Affordable PRS guitars with comfortable playability, versatile tone and strong value for practice, recording and gigs.
Squier
Accessible electric guitars inspired by Fender classics, popular for beginners, upgrades and live performance.
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Telecaster
The Telecaster delivers bright tone, simple controls and reliable versatility for stage, studio and rehearsal.
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