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Jimi Hendrix
“Jimi was brave, beautiful and powerful!”: On Hendrix’s birthday, a tribute from modern blues master Eric Gales Gales says: “Until the end of time, we’re going to be wondering how Jimi came up with this stuff"
MusicNomad tutorial
Don't be afraid of your electric and acoustic guitar's truss rod – we'll show you how to adjust it Changing your neck curvature is not some mystic art, but it can make a lot of difference to your guitar and how playable its neck is
REO Speedwagon in 1981
“People have used it as their wedding song. I often think, ‘Hey, did you listen to the lyrics?’”: The classic number one hit with a sting in its tail And with the money it made, the band bought an oil well!

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Close up of a Taylor GS Mini acoustic guitar lying on a wooden floor

Best acoustic guitars 2025: Super steel string acoustics for all players and budgets

By Chris Bird last updated

Our pick of the very best flat tops from Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender and loads more

Acoustic Guitars
A PRS McCarty 594 on a hard case

Best electric guitars 2025: Our pick of guitars to suit all budgets

By Chris Bird last updated

Find the top electric guitar for your budget and playing style, whether you play rock, metal, blues or beyond

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Fingerboard care basics: 6 things you need you need know about how to clean and condition your guitar fretboard

By Rob Laing published

A string change is the ideal opportunity to get your 'board back to its best

Guitars
Shergold Masquerader Standard SM11

Shergold Masquerader Standard SM11 review

By Jonathan Horsley published

Another home run from Patrick James Eggle? This Masquerader could be the real deal for those seeking an affordable doublecut with a difference

Electric Guitars
Verso Sine

NAMM 2025: Verso unveils Sine, a totally unique electric guitar with a freely movable pickup system

By Jonathan Horsley published

Just when you think you have seen it all, along comes the Verso Sine, with its moveable pickups and Sine pad that allows you to mechanically control the volume for swells and tremolo effects

Guitars
Walrus Audio Canvas Rehearsal

Walrus Audio expands utility range with the Canvas Rehearsal, a practice tool for your pedalboard

By Jonathan Horsley published

Plug your guitar in, send audio to the Canvas Rehearsal via Bluetooth or cable, and there are a number of customisable metronome features on hand to make you a better player

Guitars
Mesa/Boogie '90s Dual Rectifier reissue

A backline icon returns as Mesa/Boogie officially releases twin-channel 90s Dual Rectifier

By Jonathan Horsley published

The sound of '90s hard-rock, metal and grunge lives again

Guitars
Orianthi [left] wears a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses as she takes a solo on her signature PRS electric guitar; Michael Jackson wears mirrored shades and a gold bullet-belt as he performs at the half-time Super Bowl show in 1993.

Orianthi on what she learned from Michael Jackson and the King of Pop's ear for guitar tone

By Jonathan Horsley published

The pop icon died before Orianthi got the chance to play live with him but the intensity of the rehearsals left a lasting impression on the Aussie guitar phenom

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Universal Audio UAFX Golden Modulator

Best reverb pedals 2025: Our pick of reverb effects for your pedalboard

By Chris Corfield last updated

From subtle to extreme, these are our reverb top picks right now

Guitar Pedals
Ibanez Blackout acoustic guitars

“Inspired by the popular Iron Label series”: The new Ibanez Blackout acoustics are… kinda metal

By Jonathan Horsley published

Three fresh cutaway electro-acoustics from Ibanez for those who enjoy throwing the horns while playing cowboy chords around the campfire – and there is even a 7-string

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