Latest articles by Ross Holder
Best Telecaster pickups 2025: Expert recommendations for perfecting that unmistakable Tele twang
From traditional tones to modern high-gain options, these should be your go-to pickups to breathe new life into your Telecaster
Best electric guitars under $1,000 in 2025: My guitar picks that span all skill levels, budgets and genres
Sticking to a budget of a grand? Here are my top picks of the best electrics from Fender, PRS, Epiphone and more
Best guitar cables 2025: Hard-working cables that will preserve your tone
The ultimate plug in and play guide: the best guitar cables from the likes of Mogami, Ernie Ball, D’Addario and more
Best Fender amps 2025: The finest Fender amplifiers you can get your hands on
Tube warmth or modern modeling? I've taken a look at the best Fender amps for all players and budgets
Best amp modelers 2025: Get your dream guitar tone with my top picks
Amp models so good, you’ll think they’re the real thing
Best 3/4 acoustic guitars 2025: Top short-scale options from Taylor, Martin and more
Here are the best short-scale acoustic options that don’t compromise on tone, build quality or performance
Best guitar amps 2025: Tube-driven triumphs and peerless pedal platforms for home, studio, and stage
From solid-state practice amps to all-tube stage amps, here’s our pick of the best amplifiers on the market – featuring Boss, Blackstar, Orange, and more
Best Clip-On Tuners 2025: 8 Top Picks For Fast And Affordable Tuning
We’ve tested loads of clip-on tuners – here are the best from TC Electronic, Peterson, Snark and more for effortless guitar tuning.
Best Desktop Guitar Amps 2025: Great Space-Saving And Portable Picks From Boss, Blackstar And More
Looking for a compact, portable guitar amp without sacrificing quality? Here are the best options on the market from Yamaha, Blackstar, Positive Grid and more.
Best FRFR Speakers 2025: The best full range, flat response speakers for your digital effects and modelers
Our pick of fantastic FRFR speakers that won’t color your tone from Kemper, Line 6, Fender, Mission Engineering and more
Best guitar amps under $500 2025: Premium tones from budget-friendly amplifiers
Who said great tone has to cost an arm and a leg? These amps from Boss, Marshall, Fender, Blackstar, and more deliver incredible sound – all for under $500
Best Martin guitars 2025: Top-tier acoustic guitars for all
Considering a Martin? Here's Guitar Player’s pick of the best Martin acoustics for every type of player
Best beginner electric guitars 2025: Empower your guitar journey with our pick of guitars for fresh-faced rookies
From Squier to Ibanez, here's our expert selection of the best electric guitars for beginners
Best Electric Guitar Strings 2025: Freshen Up Your Sound
Get your guitar playing to its potential with our pick of the best electric strings for all styles and budgets
Get shred-ready this Black Friday with massive savings of up to $400 off Charvel's Superstrats
With a whole bunch of Style 1 models in the Pro-Mod range discounted, Sweetwater’s Black Friday sale is the place to go for a fast-playing, high-gain Superstrat at an unmissable price
Quick! Our #1 online lessons platform for intermediate guitarists has a huge discount for Black Friday
Guitar Tricks’ $800 saving makes Black Friday the perfect time to take your playing to the next level – here's everything you get in the bundle
Snag one of our favorite 3/4-sized acoustic guitars for only $99 this Black Friday with Taylor's superb Get One, Gift One promotion
You can also score the road-ready Academy series for $299 or a GS Mini for just $199 when you purchase a qualifying 300 or 400 Series guitar
From a beginner-friendly SG to a classic ES-335 equipped with American hardware, this year’s Black Friday Epiphone deals just started hotting up thanks to Guitar Center
Save big on select Epiphone models – including limited editions – with up to $150 off at Guitar Center
Sweetwater just kicked off Black Friday early with the first ever reductions on the Boss' Katana Gen 3 amps
Whether you play bass or guitar, Sweetwater has you covered with fantastic savings across the versatile Katana range as part of their early Black Friday sale
Best Taylor Guitars 2025: Our Pick Of The Finest Taylor Acoustic guitars You Can Buy Today
Marrying innovation with sustainability, these instruments are Taylor-made for your collection
Best Guitar Audio Interfaces 2025: Great Guitar Recording Options For A Range Of Budgets
Whether you’re a solo guitarist or a frequent collaborator, here lies the perfect guitar-ready interface for you – chosen by our experts
Best Combo Amps 2025: Our Pick Of Stunning Solid-State and Tube Combos For All Budgets
No matter your genre, budget or skill level, these top combo amplifiers from Fender, Orange, Blackstar, EVH, and more will make your guitar sing
Best acoustic guitar strings 2025: our pick of the best strings around
From coated options to custom gauges, these are the best acoustic guitar strings on the market from Elixir, Ernie Ball, D’Addario, and more
