Music Gear
Everything published on Viyolens under Music Gear — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Best Dj Equipments for the Money
The best DJ equipment depends on your budget and what you need it for. From beginner controllers under £400 to professional club systems, we've broken down what represents real value at each price tie...
Guitar Plectrums for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Vox Plug: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buying guide to VOX Amplug units. Understand the different models, key specifications, price ranges, and how to choose the right unit for your needs.
Bass Gig Bag for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Most beginner bassists start without understanding what features in gig bags actually matter. This guide explains protection, comfort, organisation, and how to choose one that works for your playing s...
Capo Classical Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Shopping for a classical guitar capo? Learn essential specifications, common buyer mistakes, price tiers, and what materials actually perform. Make an informed choice that protects your instrument.
Laney Amp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical guide to buying a Laney amplifier. Understand price tiers, tube options, model families, and how to choose the right amp for your playing style.
Keeley Guitar Pedals: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Keeley guitar pedals command premium prices for documented reasons. This buying guide helps you decide whether Keeley pedals suit your tone and budget.
The Complete Guide to Good Makes Of Ukulele
Good makes of ukulele range from affordable, reliable budget brands like Kala to legendary handcrafted Hawaiian manufacturers like Kamaka and Koaloha. Understanding which manufacturers earn respect he...
The Best Double Bass for the Money
The best value in each double bass price range comes from setup as much as the instrument — here are the top options from student to advanced.
Fender Electric Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
An honest guide to Fender's core electric guitar models—Telecaster, Stratocaster, Jazzmaster, Jaguar and Mustang—what makes each one different and how to choose.
The Complete Guide to Mesa Boogie
Mesa Boogie amplifiers represent fifty years of tube amplification excellence, combining meticulous craftsmanship with tonal character that defines professional guitar sound.
Bass Effects Pedals for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A small number of well-chosen effects covers most of what a beginner bassist actually needs. Here is where to start, how to connect things, and what to explore next.
Esp Electric Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an ESP electric guitar means navigating a substantial range from affordable student models to professional-grade instruments. This guide shows you exactly what matters when choosing an ESP elec...
The Ultimate Guide to Line 6 Guitar Amp
Line 6 guitar amps combine digital modelling with exceptional versatility. Perfect for touring musicians, session players, and anyone seeking tone flexibility without tube maintenance.
Instrument Cables Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Instrument cables are easy to get wrong and easy to get right. Here is what actually matters — from conductor quality and shielding to length, capacitance and connection care.
Peavey Speakers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide for Peavey speakers. Master wattage, impedance matching, and choose the right model for your venue and needs.
Guitar Strap for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Nobody tells beginners the basics about guitar straps — here's what you actually need to know to get set up comfortably from the start.
Headphone Reviews: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right headphones can be surprisingly complex with so many options available. Understanding what matters—sound profile, design type, features, and use case—ensures you get genuine value ra...
Fender Telecaster Black: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A black Fender Telecaster offers timeless style and proven playability. This guide covers finish quality, body woods, electronics and price considerations.
Martin Guitars: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Complete Guide to High Hat And Stand
A high hat and stand is essential for any drummer. This guide covers cymbal characteristics, stand construction, pedal mechanisms and techniques for getting the most from your equipment.
The Complete Guide to High String Guitar
High strings carry melody and brightness on guitar. Understanding their characteristics, how they age, and maintenance requirements helps maintain consistent tone and intonation.
Bass Guitar Pink: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Looking for a bass guitar pink? Our buying guide ensures you choose quality tone and playability along with the colour you love.
The Complete Guide to Fender Short Scale Bass
Fender short scale bass guitars combine portability and professional tone in compact 30-inch scale instruments, ideal for diverse players seeking practical benefits.
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Bass Effects Pedals
Bass effects pedals add tone shaping, texture and control for recording, rehearsal and live bass work.
Blackstar Guitar Amp
Blackstar guitar amps for flexible practice, rehearsal and gigging, with modern tones and practical features for UK play...
Fender Electric Guitar
Fender electric guitar models offering classic tone, comfort and broad genre appeal.
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Guitar Amp
Browse a guitar amp for practice, rehearsal and stage-ready tone with the power and feel you need.
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Looper Pedal
A looper pedal helps guitarists build layered parts for practice, composition and live solo performances.
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Martin Guitars
Respected acoustic instruments known for craftsmanship, projection and a balanced, professional sound.
P Bass
Classic bass guitar category for punchy low end, solid feel and reliable tones across rock, pop and studio work.
Pedalboard Case
Durable cases that protect pedalboards in transit and keep effects ready for gigs and rehearsals.
