Latest articles by Matt McCracken
Bag a huge 50% off top-rated Native Instruments synths, instruments, effects, and select hardware in their unmissable Summer of Sound sale
Grab yourself unbeatable deals on Massive, Monark, FM8, Komplete 14, Traktor Pro 3, and loads more in this huge sale
Best audio interfaces under $200/£200 2025: Make high-quality recordings that won't break the bank
Our pick of sub-$/£200 audio interfaces from Focusrite, Audient, Arturia and more
Amp up Father's Day with Positive Grid's epic sale - score up to 40% off the Spark, Spark Mini, Spark Go, and more
Get them a well-deserved gift this Father’s Day with big savings on smart amps, software, and loads more
“Plenty of functionality to grow into and perfect for the solo or beginner recording musician”: Universal Audio Volt 1 review
UA’s budget audio interface looks to bring the sound of vintage mic pres to the masses
How to get more out of your audio interface
We look at what you’re not doing with your audio interface, and how you can expand its usability
"Despite the teeny tiny size it’s packing loads of useful features": Arturia MiniFuse 1 review
We put Arturia’s bite-sized budget audio interface to the test
Get 3 Native Instruments Play Series instruments for a bargainous $59 - these are the ones we have in our basket
Expand your sound selection with a huge discount on drums, synths, vocals, and loads more - offer ends on 6 May
“It’s an inspiring guitar to play whether strumming or playing fingerstyle”: Fender CP-60S Parlour review
This parlour version of Fender’s best-selling beginner acoustic offers big tones in a smaller, more comfortable package
“A brilliant option if you need quality ‘board-mounted amp tones that don’t take up too much space”: IK Multimedia Tonex One review
IK’s tiny but mighty Tonex One promises all the quality of its bigger brother, shrunk down to mini-pedal format
“Ultra-versatile as well as fantastic value for money”: Rode NT1 Signature review
One of the world’s most popular studio microphones gets back to basics. We find out more
SM57 vs SM58: which of these classic microphones should you pick?
We put two of the most popular microphones ever made head to head to find out which is best for your use case
“With a little editing will have you sounding like your guitar heroes in no time”: NUX MG-400 review
This affordable multi-effects pedal looks to tempt beginner guitar players away from the practice amp with loads of functionality and sounds
"Incredibly low latency figures": Motu M4 review
A feature-packed, great value-for-money audio interface that could be the perfect companion for live shows and studio work
Best Focusrite audio interfaces 2025: the top models to suit your recording needs
Whether you're a studio pro or a bedroom beatmaker, there's a Focusrite audio interface that's perfect for you
Save big on Spark amps and get free shipping on everything through April in Positive Grid’s massive guitar month sale
One of the world’s most popular smart amplifiers just got a tasty discount over at the Positive Grid official website
Best ukuleles 2025: Top acoustic ukes and the best electric ukuleles for all
Start strumming today with our expert guide to the best ukuleles available today, with options from Martin to Mahalo
"Capable of handling home recording duties and producing good-quality audio from a variety of sources": Behringer UMC22 review
This audio interface is priced ridiculously low, but does it produce high-quality audio? We got hands-on to find out
Get the holy grail of guitar tone for less in the huge Andertons Spring sale with a massive £600 off a Gibson Les Paul - plus 4 other deals we rate
The UK retail giant has got some seriously good deals on guitar gear in their epic Spring sale
Thomann has slashed prices on guitar gear for its huge 70th birthday sale - here are the 3 deals we’re considering
Celebrate Thomann’s 70th anniversary in style with these super savings and special editions
Best amp modellers 2025: High-tech solutions for guitarists covering all budgets and styles
We have modelling units for the floor, your rack, and any other use case
4 guitar upgrades we're considering in Fender's mod-friendly official parts and pickups sale - save up to 20%
Looking to make some upgrades to your current guitar? This is what we'd pick from this limited-time sale at the official Fender shop
This one-day-only Fender Play deal is the best we’ve ever seen - get a year’s worth of guitar lessons for only $29
This incredible leap day deal sees Fender play drop to the cheapest price we’ve ever seen - but it’s for one day only
“Equal to or even better than similarly priced offerings from bigger name brands“: Soloking MS-1 Custom review
Can this great-value guitar shine in an ultra-saturated marketplace? We get hands-on to find out
