Electric Guitar Buying Guide
So, you’re thinking about getting an electric guitar — welcome to one of the most exciting journeys in music! Let’s say this right up front:... Read more »
Guitar News
Apr 2, 2026, 2:50 PM
Gibson Bozeman: Beyond the Gear — Part 3, ft. Slash, Bailey Zimmerman & the Minds of Gibson Acoustic
Gibson Acoustic guitars are handbuilt in the company’s facility in Bozeman, MT, and Beyond the Gear — Part 3 gives you an inside look, starring... Read more »
Apr 2, 2026, 12:57 PM
Best Analog Delay Pedals
David Bowie, Eric Johnson, and Eddie Van Halen. What do these three guitar legends have in common? Apart from being in the annals of rock... Read more »
Apr 2, 2026, 12:51 PM
14 Best Acoustic Guitars Under $500
There’s never a wrong time to get a stellar deal on an acoustic guitar! And these days, between manufacturing improvements and Sweetwater deals,... Read more »
Apr 2, 2026, 12:00 AM
NEW Taylor Gold Label Grand Concert Acoustic Guitars
Taylor has unveiled its new Gold Label Grand Concert acoustic guitars — and you’ll want to check these out! Watch as Don Carr showcases the... Read more »
Apr 1, 2026, 3:45 PM
Best Capos for Guitar
Every guitarist needs a capo they can trust. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, there’s a capo out there to suit your specific playing... Read more »
Apr 1, 2026, 3:29 PM
Best Guitar Humidifiers
Changes in humidity can wreak havoc on your instruments, resulting in warping, cracking, or — in extreme cases — catastrophic destruction.... Read more »
Mar 30, 2026, 12:45 PM
How Many Watts Do You Really Need?
Here at Sweetwater, we’re often asked how much wattage a guitar amp should have. The correct answer is 350 watts — every time. Just kidding.... Read more »
Mar 30, 2026, 10:48 AM
Line 6 Helix Stadium 1.3 Firmware Update | Proxy Announcement
Line 6 has released its Helix Stadium and Stadium XL 1.3 firmware update that gives you new amplifiers, Showcase features, and the... Read more »
Mar 26, 2026, 3:00 PM
Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid” | Why This Guitar Solo Rules
In this video, resident metalhead Nick Bowcott goes over why the solo for Black Sabbath’s iconic and possibly most notable song “Paranoid”... Read more »