Buying Guides

Store recording sessions, video files, and sample libraries with our expert pick of the best external hard drives for Mac and PC

Band websites are still vital for so many reasons – and making your own doesn’t need to be hard, as evidenced by these seven outstanding website builders for creatives in music

I’ve tested more than 20 options to bring you my expert pick of the best affordable audio interfaces for great quality recording on a budget

Record your next podcast or stream your heart out with the very best podcast mics, including our recommendations under $100/£100 – plus full reviews and expert buying advice

Want all the style and sound of the big ‘F’ without spending the big bucks? With these Strats, Teles, Jazzmasters, and more from Squier, you can do just that

Chorus is back! Find out why with our top-rated chorus pedals you need to try today

Get a glimpse into the world of Thomann’s ever-expanding budget brand with the best Harley Benton guitars

The best cheap studio monitors for home recording, with my hand-picked and affordable options from Adam, IK Multimedia, M-Audio, PreSonus and more

Our experts have tested over 80 kits to bring you this guide to the best electronic drum kits available today - the guide also includes full reviews, buying advice, video and audio demos

Invest in a transmitter/receiver and ditch trailing cables with our pick of the best wireless guitar systems from beginner to pro