Best electric guitars under $1,000 2023: 10 killer options for beginners and pros By James Farmer last updated 21 October 22 From vintage-style classics to modern single- and double-cut options, here's our pick of electric guitars that deliver for less than a grand
The best guitar accessories for beginners and our pick of beginner guitar gear essentials By Chris Barnes last updated 30 March 23 Start on the right foot with the best beginner guitar and bass accessories – including strings, picks, cables, tuners, cases and more
Best budget bass amps 2023: punchy low-end for a low price By Richard Blenkinsop last updated 21 October 22 Keep your low end punchy and your bank balance healthy with our pick of the best budget bass amps
Best guitar cables 2023: recommended instrument cables for electric, acoustic and bass guitar By Richard Blenkinsop last updated 3 May 23 Plug in with confidence using our guide to the best guitar cables from Planet Waves, Mogami, Ernie Ball, George L’s and more
Best pedals for classic rock 2023: killer stompboxes to help you recreate the tones of the rock elite By Daryl Robertson last updated 21 October 22 Our pick of overdrive, modulation, delay and boost pedals for an authentic classic rock tone that is sure to melt faces
Best cheap wireless guitar systems 2023: liberate your playing on a budget, from bedroom to stage By Simon Fellows last updated 21 October 22 Free yourself from that mess of cables with an inexpensive wireless system from AKG, Behringer, Yuer, Gemini and more.
Best distortion pedals 2023: the top 11 high-gain stompboxes for guitarists By Jonathan Horsley last updated 21 October 22 Crunch, filth, mayhem! Dive into our expert round-up of the best distortion pedals available today
Best chorus pedals 2023: 11 top choices for your 'board By Michael Astley-Brown last updated 21 October 22 From analog to digital, and shimmery to subtle, let us show you the best chorus pedals you can buy today
Best fuzz pedals 2023: add some filth with this guitar effects essential for your pedalboard By Alex Lynham last updated 21 October 22 Want to know your Fuzz Face from your Fuzz Factory, or channel Jimi Hendrix? This guide is for you
Best wah pedals 2023: add an essential tone-shaping effect to your pedalboard By Alex Lynham last updated 14 February 23 Get to know your Cry Baby from your Bad Horsie and choose the best wah pedal for you
Best Klon clones 2023: Our pick of the best Klon Centaur Klones for every budget By Alex Lynham last updated 9 March 23 From straight-up klones to full reimaginings, here are some of the best Klon Centaur-inspired pedals on the market today
Best electric guitars under $2,000 2023: high-end guitars for intermediate and pro players By Chris Corfield last updated 21 October 22 Discover superior tone and playability with our round-up of sub-$2k axes – from Strats to seven-strings
Best Stratocasters 2023: 11 of the best Strats for every budget and playing style By Amit Sharma last updated 21 October 22 How to find the perfect Fender Strat for you
Gibson Les Paul buyer’s guide 2023: The best Les Pauls for every budget By Daryl Robertson last updated 28 October 22 We break down the latest offerings from Gibson and Epiphone to help you pick the right Les Paul for you
Best overdrive pedals 2023: explore which drive pedal is right for you By Alex Lynham last updated 9 February 23 Overdrive is one of the most essential guitar effects pedals. These are our top picks for every budget
Best guitar wireless systems 2023: set your playing free, from the rehearsal room to the stage By Jonathan Horsley last updated 25 April 23 Fed up with cumbersome cables? Here's our pick of the best wireless guitar systems for every budget
Best guitar stands and guitar hangers 2023: options for single and multiple acoustic and electric guitars By Chris Corfield last updated 21 October 22 Stand your ground or let it all hang with our pick of stands and hangers for your precious guitar collection
Best Fender amps 2023: The Big F’s finest tube combo, digital modeling and headphones amp solutions By Jonathan Horsley last updated 23 March 23 Fender’s amp line-up has something for everyone. Our buyer’s guide will help you decide which is right for you
Best acoustic guitars 2023: 12 top options for guitarists of all ages and abilities By Chris Corfield last updated 11 May 23 Guitar World’s pick of the best acoustic guitars from Fender, Gibson, Martin, Taylor, Epiphone and more
Best beginner bass guitars 2023: four-string bass guitars for beginners By Jonathan Horsley last updated 21 October 22 The best beginner basses for young players, newcomers and the budget-conscious – featuring Yamaha, Squier, Ibanez and more