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Best classical guitars 2026: my pick of the finest nylon-string acoustics
From small-scale acoustics for your first steps to stage-ready electro-classicals, here's what to look for
Best electric guitars 2026: 10 top-rated guitars for every budget and style
From beginner-friendly Squiers, gig-ready Fenders, and premium Gibsons, our gear experts look at the finest electric guitars on the market right now
Best acoustic electric guitars 2026: get the best of both worlds with my top picks
Get yourself gig-ready with the best electro acoustics from Taylor, Martin, Fender, and more
Best pedal amps 2026: power up your pedalboard with an amp simulator pedal
Save on visits to the chiropractor with my pick of the best amp modeling pedals
Best bass guitars 2026: low-end tones for any budget
Whether you're tracking at the home studio or regularly gigging, my top bass guitars will deliver tone, feel, and flexibility
Best overdrive pedals 2026: saturate your guitar tone
Push your sound to break-up with the best OD pedals from Boss, TC Electronic, JHS, Ibanez and more
Best acoustic guitars 2026: my pick of the very best beginner, intermediate, and top-end acoustics
From high-quality entry-level models to top-of-the-range collector’s pieces, I look at the best acoustic guitars available today
Best electric guitars under $1,000 in 2026: find your perfect guitar for less than a grand
Here are my top picks of the best electrics below $1,000 from Fender, PRS, Jackson, and more
