Metal Guitar
Everything published on Viyolens under Metal Guitar — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Best Charvel Guitars for the Money
There's no single best Charvel — just the right tier for what you actually play. Here's how Pro-Mod, USA and signature models really compare.
Common Jackson Flying V Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
None of these are the guitar's fault. Here's every mistake I keep seeing, and the honest fix for each.
The Complete Guide to Distortion Guitar Effect
Distortion transforms your guitar tone from clean to aggressive. Learn how distortion works, how to set it up and how to use it musically.
Esp Guitars Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Say ESP and most guitarists think metal, but there's more under the badge than pointy headstocks. Here's the honest, no-hype rundown.
The Complete Guide to Fender Baritone Guitar
The Fender baritone guitar sits perfectly between guitar and bass, delivering dark, articulate tone. Discover current models, playing techniques, and whether a baritone suits your music.
Epiphone Explorer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
That famous shape is a genuinely welcoming first guitar once you know what to expect. Here's the beginner's version of the Epiphone Explorer.
Schecter Guitars 7 String for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Transitioning to a Schecter 7-string guitar feels daunting, but the extra string becomes natural quickly. This guide covers first steps, technique tips, and common pitfalls.
Esp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an ESP guitar means choosing the right tier, deciding between active and passive pickups, and matching the neck construction and scale length to your playing. This guide covers every decision.
Esp Explorer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Whether you're a professional touring guitarist or an enthusiast building your collection, selecting the right ESP Explorer requires understanding the brand's product tiers and specifications.
7 String Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A 7-string guitar adds extended range and harmonic possibilities. Here's what it offers and how to know if one suits your playing.
The Complete Guide to Metal Picks Guitar
Metal picks are essential for aggressive guitar playing. Discover how thickness, material, and grip affect your tone, attack, and control.
The Best Esps for the Money
From the LTD EC-256 to the E-II Eclipse, these are the ESP and LTD models that offer the best combination of quality and value at each level of the market.
The Best Harley Bentons for the Money
Skip the flashiest spec sheet. Here's which range actually suits your playing, from Progressive metal necks to straightforward gig-ready basses.
The Complete Guide to Bk Pickups
BK pickups deliver the aggressive tone and clarity demanded by modern metal musicians. Whether you're upgrading your guitar or exploring extended-range instruments, understanding BK's product range an...
Jackson Flying V Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
There isn't one Jackson V — there's a whole lineage of sharp, aggressive shapes. Here's how to actually tell them apart.
The Complete Guide to Ibanez Explorer
The Ibanez Explorer is a distinctly aggressive guitar combining futuristic styling with serious playing capability—perfect for metal, hard rock and unconventional musicians seeking bold aesthetics.
The Complete Guide to Active Pickup Guitar
Active pickup guitars deliver superior signal clarity, tonal control and consistency through battery-powered preamp electronics. Ideal for modern rock, metal and progressive musicians requiring profes...
Common Esp Mistakes to Avoid
From dead active pickup batteries to using too much gain, these are the most common mistakes new ESP and LTD players make — and how to avoid each one.
The Best Dean Ml Guitars for the Money
Entry-level, mid-tier or USA-built — here's which tier of Dean ML guitar actually suits your playing and your budget, without the invented product tests.
Common Dean Ml Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
The V shape and locking hardware create specific ways to get a Dean ML guitar wrong. Here are the mistakes I see most often, and how to sidestep them.
Charvel Electric Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Shopping for a Charvel electric guitar? Learn about model tiers, fast neck profiles, Floyd Rose tremolos and essential specs to help you choose the perfect Charvel.
Schecter 7 String: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Schecter 7 string guitars deliver professional-grade extended-range instruments for modern music. This buyer's guide covers model options, key specifications, and considerations for selecting Schecter...
Esp Explained: Features, Types and Tips
ESP began as a custom parts supplier in Tokyo in 1975 and built its reputation through the metal scene. This guide covers the brand history, current range, body shapes, electronics, and the players mo...
The Best Jackson Flying V Guitars for the Money
No sales pitch, just the honest tier-by-tier version of which Jackson V actually suits you and your budget.
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7 String Guitar
A 7 string guitar extends range for heavier riffs, complex voicings and modern styles that need extra low-end flexibilit...
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Charvel Guitars
Sleek, fast-playing electric guitars for musicians who want modern feel, strong access and versatile performance.
ESP
High-performance electric guitars with fast playability, strong output and a bold look suited to rock and metal.
ESP Guitars
ESP guitars for players seeking modern design, powerful tone and reliable stage performance.
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Floyd Rose
The floyd rose is a locking tremolo system that supports dramatic pitch effects while helping keep guitars in tune.
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Harley Benton
Budget-friendly guitars and basses covering many styles, ideal for beginners, hobbyists and value-focused players.
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Jackson Electric Guitar
Aggressive, performance-led electrics with fast necks, striking shapes and a strong reputation in rock and metal.
Schecter Guitars
Schecter guitars are modern, gig-ready instruments with strong hardware, contemporary styling and broad appeal to rock p...
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