Guitar Gear
Everything published on Viyolens under Guitar Gear — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Everything You Need to Know About Guitar Effect Pedal Power Supply
A quality power supply transforms your effects setup from temperamental to bulletproof. This guide explains what to look for, how to size correctly, and why isolation matters.
The Complete Guide to Effects Pedal Looper
An effects pedal looper is one of the most creatively powerful tools a guitarist can own. Discover how these pedals work, what to look for, and how to master them for solo performance.
The Best Guitar Frets for the Money
Not all fret wire is equal — and knowing which material and size offers real value for your playing style saves money in the long run. Here is a practical breakdown.
Bass Guitar Pedalboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A bass guitar pedalboard serves as the centralised platform for your effects and power management, directly influencing your performance capability and onstage mobility.
Everything You Need to Know About Daisy Chain Hdmi Cables
A daisy chain cable powers multiple effects pedals from one supply. Understand how they work, when to use them, and how to build a reliable pedalboard setup.
Expression Pedal Explained: Features, Types and Tips
An expression pedal controls other pedals with your foot — wah, reverb mix, pitch, volume, modulation. Here is everything you need to understand them.
Guitar Audio Interface Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A guitar audio interface converts your instrument's signal into digital audio your computer can record. This guide explains what it does, why it matters and what to look for.
Guitar Tuners Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Guitar tuners detect pitch and compare it to the target frequency — this guide covers clip-on, pedal and strobe types and which is right for your situation.
Tape Delay Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to tape delay pedals? Learn what they actually do, why beginners love them, how to set the controls without overwhelming yourself, and the common mistakes that prevent you from enjoying them.
Marshall Class 5 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to using a Marshall Class 5 amplifier, covering setup, control functions, tone-shaping, practice volumes, and common first-time mistakes.
Supro Amps: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Understand how to evaluate and purchase Supro amps by focusing on the practical considerations that matter: wattage ratings, circuit topology, new versus vintage, and price expectations.
Reverb Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A complete guide to selecting the right reverb pedal for your needs, from power draw and footprint to algorithm quality and preset recall.
The Complete Guide to Pedal Mxr Delay
The MXR delay pedal delivers clarity and reliability for creating atmospheric guitar effects. Discover how to use delay creatively and integrate it into your setup.
Evh Amplifier: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Comprehensive buyer's guide to EVH amplifiers, covering power ratings, channel configuration, tone evaluation, and purchasing considerations.
Fender Hot Rod: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Learn what to look for when buying a Fender Hot Rod. Compare models, understand pricing tiers, and make an informed purchase decision.
Yamaha Amps: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Before you buy a Yamaha amp, it helps to know how its modelling technology actually works — and which specs genuinely matter versus which are just marketing.
The Complete Guide to Laney Amplifiers
Laney amplifiers combine British engineering heritage with straightforward, reliable design. From bedroom practice to touring rigs, discover what makes Laney amps the choice of working musicians.
2 Rock Amp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting a 2 Rock amp represents a significant investment in your tone and performance capability. This buyer's guide helps you navigate the 2 Rock amp range to find the perfect match.
Wireless Guitar System Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Cut the cable and everything about how you play changes. Here's what's really inside a wireless guitar system, plain and simple.
Preamp Guitar Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Confused about preamp guitar pedals? This guide explains what they do, when you need one, and how to pick the right model for your rig.
The Complete Guide to Clip For Guitar
Discover guitar capos: how they work, which types exist, and how to choose the right one. Essential guide for every guitarist's toolkit.
The Complete Guide to Volume Pedals Guitar
Complete guide to volume pedals for guitarists covering functionality, types, applications, and how to integrate foot-controlled dynamics into your performance setup.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Amplifier Head
A guitar amplifier head is the beating heart of your tone, combining preamp, power amp and tone-shaping circuitry in a portable, flexible package. Learn what makes it essential.
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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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