Latest articles by Richard Blenkinsop
Best Fender amps 2025: From all-tube classics to cutting edge modelling options
Nail your tone for any genre and at any budget with our expert round-up of the best Fender amps you can buy right now
Best 5-string bass guitars 2025: Get that extra low end punch from your bass
Expand your frequency range with our expert pick of 5-string basses from the likes of Ibanez, Fender and Spector
Best acoustic guitars under $500/£500 in 2025: expert picks for budget-conscious players
Great sub-$500/£500 acoustics from the likes of Martin, Taylor, Fender and Guild that show you don’t have to spend much to get a quality guitar
Best mini amps for guitar 2025: unlock big tones in a small package
Downsize your rig with the best mini amps from the likes of Fender, Vox, Orange, positive Grid and more
Best budget guitar amps under $500/£500 in 2025: top cheap amps for smaller budgets
We showcase some of the best cheap tube and digital modelling guitar amp heads and combos, for all playing styles
Best guitar cases and gig bags 2025: Top options for protecting your gear
From lightweight gig bags to flight-ready hard cases, we look at the best guitar cases out there right now
Best FRFR speakers 2025: Full range flat response speakers for your digital modelling unit
Our pick of FRFR speakers for amplifying your Helix, Kemper, Quad Quartex and more
Best beginner bass guitars 2025: 10 epic beginner basses for all
For those just starting out, we’ve picked out the best beginner bass guitars from the likes of Squier, Epiphone, Sterling, Ibanez and more
