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Fender Mustang Micro Plus review: Simple and great-sounding

Best ribbon microphones to get that classic sound

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Brane Audio is bringing better bass to smaller speakers: We chat to the founder

Guitar amp attenuators: Everything you need to know

Best T-style guitars to get that Tele vibe

Best pedals for metal: Give your guitar an edge

Drums

Holiday gift guide 2024: Gifts under $100 for the musician in your life

Having trouble finding presents for the musician in your life this season? Here are some affordable

Pearl Export drum set full shot with shells, cymbals, and hardware.

Best drum kits for beginners: big sound no matter what your skill level

There are a ton of drum kits out there, but they're not all a good choice

Best Drum Microphones

Finding the right microphones for recording drums can be tricky -- but we're here to help.

Best electronic drum kits: Get your groove on

Electronic drums have a lot of benefits. No matter your level, there is one perfect for

Guitar

Fender Mustang Micro Plus review: Simple and great-sounding

2 days ago

Arguably the biggest points of friction associated with learning an instrument are money and space. Any gear addict knows that being a musician can be an expensive venture, and if...

Guitar amp attenuators: Everything you need to know

1 week ago

It’s no secret that tube amps sound better cranked. This guide will dive in to the nuances of the guitar amp attenuator.

Best T-style guitars to get that Tele vibe

1 week ago

The Fender Telecaster was revolutionary when it was released in 1951. Over 70 years later it is still one of the most popular models of guitar in the world. It...

Best pedals for metal: Give your guitar an edge

2 weeks ago

No matter the style metal guitarists all have one thing in common. They are serious about gear! These are some of the best pedals for metal.

Holiday gift guide 2024: Gifts under $100 for the musician in your life

2 weeks ago

Having trouble finding presents for the musician in your life this season? Here are some affordable gifts that will please any music maker.

Best offset guitars

2 weeks ago

As an alternative to more traditional bodies, offset guitars have found their way into all styles of music – from pop to country to metal.

Recording

Best ribbon microphones to get that classic sound

Ribbon microphones are known for their warm sound and high-quality. In the market for one? Here are some of the best ribbon microphones out there.

Brane Audio is bringing better bass to smaller speakers: We chat to the founder

If you’ve been in the audio world for some time, you’re well aware of the trade-offs that we have to make with speakers sometimes. Not everyone has the room or...

Holiday gift guide 2024: Gifts under $100 for the musician in your life

Having trouble finding presents for the musician in your life this season? Here are some affordable gifts that will please any music maker.

AKG P220 condenser microphone review: A great-value powerhouse

AKG obviously has a long history of building excellent audio equipment for the professional studio, but it also happens to make great gear for budget buyers too. The AKG P220...

Bass

Best bass pedals money can buy

Best beginner bass guitars: Get a classic tone on a budget

Best chorus pedals: give your guitar some depth

Best bass guitars under $1,000: Avoid breaking the bank

Keyboard

Holiday gift guide 2024: Gifts under $100 for the musician in your life

Having trouble finding presents for the musician in your life this season? Here are some affordable gifts that will please any music maker.

Best digital pianos over $1,000: How to get that premium digital piano sound

Digital pianos have never sounded better. You can find one that sounds and feels great. These are some of the best over $1,000.

Best keyboard arrangers

Keyboard arrangers are a really unique, misunderstood instrument. So what sets them apart from “regular” keyboards and digital pianos? They allow you to play with a virtual backing band. This...

Donner DDP-80 review: One of the top budget electric pianos

We tested out Donner's DDP-80 e-piano. Sporting 88 fully weighted keys and a beautiful design, the DDP-80 truly exceeded our expectations.

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