Musical Instruments
Best Acoustic Electric Guitar
Acoustic guitarists tend to know what they are looking for. For those whose budget has no limitations, there is rarely a need for a recommended list. For those who are shopping on a very limited budget, price is quite of... read more
Best Electric Guitar Overall
Be it Jazz, Blues, Rock, Metal, Grunge, Pop, Country or Shred, there are many styles of music out there. So, understandably, most guitarists have a particular set of needs when it comes to their “Dream” guita... read more
Best Budget Electric Guitar
If you are looking for the best bargain while shopping for a new electric guitar, every detail matters. Whether you are a beginning student, or simply looking for a backup guitar, working with a limited budget often mean... read more
Best Budget Acoustic Electric Guitar
Acoustic guitars require a particular level of craftsmanship in order to compensate for the fact that what one hears, is in most cases produced solely by the instrument itself. In recent years, it has become more and mor... read more
Best Mid-Priced Electric Guitar
If your electric guitar budget allows for some flexibility, there are some fantastic guitars out there that might just surprise you. Budget guitars usually offer only the most bare-bones features, and top-shelf product i... read more
Best Guitar Amplifier under $100
Many times, I have been asked by readers: “How can I make my little budget amplifier sound like a big 100W amp?” Short Answer: You can’t. The same could be said for a Volkswagen Beetle; it will never ri... read more
Best Wah Pedal Overall
Over the years, I have often been asked by non-musicians what a “Wah” pedal is. Well, trying to describe a Wah pedal and why you would use one is not easy. I eventually found a very efficient way to answer th... read more
Best Acoustic Guitar
“Best Acoustic Guitar” Hmmmm can it be? Can one really amass five guitars that live up to that moniker? You Betcha. Here we have a quintet of world-class strummers. Think exceptional craftsmanship with a stun... read more
Best Classical Guitar
The tone of a classical guitar is one of the most recognizable sounds of western culture. What was initially considered an icon of Spanish culture has become an increasingly popular component of the world music spectrum.... read more
Best Guitar Overdrive Pedal
When I was a teen-age guitarist, each night before I went to bed, I prayed for two things: A girlfriend, and the perfect Overdrive Pedal. After nearly 25 years of experimenting and gigs, one of those dreams has been real... read more
