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Best electronic drum sets 2024: Top picks for every playing level and budget, tested by drummers
Our expert guide to the best electronic drum kits available today - plus full reviews, buying advice and video
Best budget studio monitors 2024: Wallet-friendly home studio speakers, most pairs under $200/£200
The best cheap studio monitors for home recording, with hand-picked and affordable options from IK Multimedia, M-Audio, JBL, PreSonus and more
Best MIDI keyboards 2024: Mac, PC and iOS keyboards for players, composers and producers
Our expert guide to the best MIDI keyboards of all sizes and budgets to integrate with your home studio
Best dynamic microphones 2024: Top picks for recording instruments, vocals and podcasts in challenging conditions
Equally at home on the stage or in the studio, we’ve tested a range of dynamic mics to help you get the results you’re after
Best digital pianos for beginners 2024: Start playing with authentic sounds and feel
An expert look at the very best beginner digital pianos on the market from the likes of Yamaha, Casio, Korg, Roland and more
Best budget studio headphones 2024: Cheap headphones to tackle every studio task
Expert buying advice, plus our pick of budget studio headphones for music-makers from just $49/£39
Best free DAWs 2024: The best free music production software
Start making music today by downloading a digital audio workstation for nothing - featuring options for PC, Mac, Android, iOS, and Linux
Best iPhone microphones 2024: Top picks for mobile recording, vlogging and video conferencing
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a studio with these mics from Austrian Audio, Shure, Teenage Engineering, Zoom, and more…
Best Christmas gifts for piano players 2024: the ultimate festive gift guide for pianists, covering all budgets
Treat the piano player in your life this Christmas with our pick of 19 must-have piano items, essential accessories and clever gadgets for every budget
Best Christmas gifts for drummers 2024: 47 hand-picked ideas to treat the drummer in your life this festive season
Show the drummer in your life some love this Christmas with our pick of the coolest drum accessories, gadgets, handmade gifts, last-minute ideas and more, regardless of your budget