Chris Barnes

Chris Barnes

I'm Guitar Player's eCommerce Editor. It's my job to manage buyer's guides on the site and help guitarists find the right gear and the best prices. I'm a guitarist and a drummer and I've worked in the music gear industry for 18 years, including 7 years as Editor of the UK's best-selling drum magazine Rhythm, and 5 years as a freelance writer working with brands including Roland, Boss, MusicRadar and Natal.

Latest articles by Chris Barnes

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Prime Day guitar deals 2023: the best deals and sales still running today

By Chris Barnes last updated

Prime Day may be over, but there are hundreds of bargains still available on acoustics, electrics, amps, effects and lessons

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The Memorial Day Sales Have Landed, With Giant Savings Up To 40% For Guitar Players

By Chris Barnes published

Get straight to the best Memorial Day discounts at Guitar Center, Musician's Friend, Sweetwater and more

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The Positive Grid Black Friday Weekend Sale Has Been Extended – But You'll Have To Be Quick

By Chris Barnes last updated

The Positive Grid Black Friday sale doesn't last until Cyber Monday, so today is your last chance to get a deal on the Spark Mini amp, bundles and BIAS software

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We've Had A Sneak Preview Of Guitar Center's Black Friday Offers A Week Early – Here's What We're Adding To Our Carts

By Chris Barnes published

Our pick of the Guitar Center Black Friday deals you should consider picking up when they land next week

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Positive Grid's Black Friday offers have already dropped, with big money off Spark Mini, BIAS software and more

By Chris Barnes published

Bag yourself a killer portable smart amp for less this month

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Time Is Running Out To Enjoy Pre-order Discounts On The New Positive Grid Spark Mini

By Chris Barnes last updated

The hotly-anticipated portable smart amp is almost here. Pre-order now and you'll save some cash

The Best 4th Of July Sales For Guitarists: Save Hundreds Of Dollars On Guitars, Amps, Pedals, Strings And More

The Best 4th Of July Sales For Guitarists: Save Hundreds Of Dollars On Guitars, Amps, Pedals, Strings And More

By Chris Barnes published

Explore the Guitar Center 4th of July sale, plus Independence Day promotions from Musician’s Friend, Sweetwater, Positive Grid and more

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