The Best Guitars Under $1,000
Right now, we’re living through something of a renaissance for affordable guitars. Years ago, finding a truly great instrument under the $1,000... Read more »
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Aug 27, 2026, 10:40 AM
Guitar Amp Buying Guide
From boutique handwired tube combos to cutting-edge digital processors, modern musicians are living in a golden age of amplifier options.... Read more »
Aug 11, 2026, 12:57 PM
Best Electric Guitars of 2026
Are you looking for a new instrument to find that creative spark; maybe you or your child are new to the guitar and want a solid option that can... Read more »
Aug 11, 2026, 12:22 PM
Best Acoustic Guitars Under $1,000
The best acoustic guitars have one major thing in common: value. Each guitar on this list has the appointments to fit the needs of a serious... Read more »
Aug 7, 2026, 1:21 PM
Best Electric Guitars for Alternative and Indie
Pinpointing “the” indie and alternative guitar sound can be difficult, especially depending on your preferred subgenre and era of music.... Read more »
Aug 7, 2026, 10:00 AM
P-90s vs. Jazzmaster Pickups: Debunking the “Jazzmaster Pickups Are Just P-90s” Myth
If you’re new to the world of offsets, then first off, welcome. We’re glad to have you. But chances are, at some point, you’ve looked at a... Read more »
Jul 31, 2026, 8:00 AM
A First Look at the Neural DSP Quad Cortex
Guitar and bass players at Sweetwater got a sneak peek at the Neural DSP Quad Cortex — what some are calling the future of guitar modeling —... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 11:00 AM
Combo vs. Stack: Which Amp Is Right for You?
The crux of any craft is knowing the right tools for the job — not reaching for a sledgehammer when a finishing hammer will do. The same goes... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 10:34 AM
5 Unique Ways to Use an EQ Pedal
There are few pedals more misunderstood and under-utilized than the EQ pedal. For those looking for their next big pedal, an EQ pedal is likely... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 8:00 AM
7 Best Portable Guitar Amps
Let’s face it — no one wants to lug around their heavy amp gear while on vacation, on a road trip, or heading to small-venue gigs. Portable... Read more »