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What is the best Stratocaster in 2025? I've been playing Strats for 20 years - here are my top picks
By Matt McCracken last updated
I've been playing a Strat all my life, here's an all-encompassing guide to the best Fender Stratocasters available today

Best Electric Guitar Strings 2025: Freshen Up Your Sound
By Matt McCracken last updated
Get your guitar playing to its potential with our pick of the best electric strings for all styles and budgets

Best Epiphone Les Pauls 2025: 8 Wallet-Friendly Single-Cuts That Give Gibson A Run For Its Money
By Daryl Robertson last updated
This epic guide to the best Epiphone Les Pauls proves you don't need to spend big to get those legendary rock tones

Best looper pedals 2025: Our top pick of loop pedals from practice to live performance
By Matt McCracken last updated
Fatten up your live performances and enhance your practice regimen with the leading looper pedals from Boss, TC Electronic, MXR, EHX, and more

Best Acoustic Guitars Under $1,000 2025: 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 multi-effects pedals 2025: Do-it-all multi-FX for all styles and budgets
By Matt McCracken last updated
Expand your guitar-playing horizons with these multi-fx options from Line 6, Kemper, Neural DSP and more

Best Guitar Audio Interfaces 2025: Great Guitar Recording Options For A Range Of Budgets
By Sam Roche last updated
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
By Daryl Robertson last updated
No matter your genre, budget or skill level, these top combo amplifiers from Fender, Orange, Blackstar, EVH, and more will make your guitar sing
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