Richard Blenkinsop
After spending a decade in music retail, I’m now a freelance writer for Guitar Player, Guitar World, MusicRadar and Reverb, specializing in electric and acoustic guitars bass, and almost anything else you can make a tune with. When my head’s not buried in the best of modern and vintage gear, I run a small company helping musicians with songwriting, production and performance, and I play bass in an alt-rock band.
Latest articles by Richard Blenkinsop
Best overdrive pedals 2024: Saturate your guitar tone
By Connor Godfrey last updated
Push your sound to break-up with the best OD pedals from Boss, TC Electronic, JHS, Ibanez and more
Best Acoustic Guitars Under $1,000 2024: Our Top Picks For Great Sound And Value
By Matt McCracken last updated
Pro playability and superior tone are within your grasp with the best acoustic guitars under a grand
Best tube amps 2024: Top choices from Fender, Marshall, MESA/Boogie and more
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
From single-channel combos to versatile, powerful heads, here are the best tube amps on offer right now
Best bass amps 2024: Low-end tone machines
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Our pick of the best bass amp combos and heads from the likes of Fender, Blackstar, Orange, Darkglass and more
Best pedalboard power supplies 2024: quiet and efficient power for your pedals
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Say goodbye to unwanted hiss and ground loop hum as we hand-pick the best pedal power supplies for every budget – and explain why you might need one
Best Telecaster pickups 2024: nail the perfect tone for your fender
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Freshen up an old classic with our choice of the best Tele pickups on the market
Best acoustic guitars 2024: Our pick of the very best beginner, intermediate and top-end acoustics
By Daryl Robertson last updated
From high quality entry-level models, to top-of-the-range collector’s pieces, we look at the best acoustic guitars available today
Best guitar picks 2024: Get to grips with your playing with our top choice plectrums
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Find the perfect fit with our selection of the guitar picks for electric, bass and acoustic guitars
Best headphone amps for guitar 2024: Crank your amp and silence your surroundings
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Quiet practice has never sounded so good thanks to capable and affordable headphone amps from Boss, Fender, Vox and more
Best beginner acoustic guitars 2024: Start as you mean to go on
By Richard Blenkinsop published
Our pick of tried-and-tested beginner acoustics from trusted brands including Taylor, Fender, Sigma and more
Best guitars for kids 2024: Acoustic and electric models for your budding guitar hero
By Richard Blenkinsop published
Our pick of the best guitars for kids; electrics and acoustics from the likes of Yamaha, Squier, Taylor and more
Best Travel Guitars 2024: Top Portable Instruments From Lowden, Furch, Martin and more
By Richard Blenkinsop published
From short scale acoustics to carry-on electrics, we look at the best travel guitars available right now
Best guitar stands and hangers 2024: Keep your precious guitars safe and secure...
By Richard Blenkinsop published
From multi-guitar racks to compact stands and wall hangers, we pick the best from K&M, PRS, Fender, Hercules and more
Best guitar cases and gigbags 2024: The best ways to store and carry your instrument
By Richard Blenkinsop published
Protect your pride and joy with our pick of the best guitar cases and gigbags
Best Jazz Guitars 2024: From Traditional To Modern, And For Every Budget
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
We round up the best jazz guitars on the market, for both traditional and modern style players
Best Electric Guitars Under $1,000: Our Picks From Fender, Epiphone, Gretsch, PRS And More
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
If you're on a budget, here's our list of the best electrics under $1,000 that will serve you well on the road, in the studio, or at home
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