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Best Taylor guitars: my pick of the most popular Taylor acoustics
By Rob Laing last updated
I've picked out all the top Taylor guitars, matched to the type of player they suit best

We review the Powers Electric A-Type and find a stunningly unique and inspirational creation
By Jimmy Leslie published
Known for his acoustic creations over at Taylor Guitars, Andy Powers has designed a hollowbody electric that combines vintage vibes with modern and boutique elements

Best bass guitars: low-end tones for any budget
By Matt McCracken last updated
From top-end Rickenbackers to budget-friendly squiers, the best basses take many forms – these are the ones to consider right now

Why didn't Eddie Van Halen double-track his guitars? Recording engineer Ross Hogarth explains how he worked with the virtuoso
By Phil Weller published
Hogarth broke an unspoken rule to make way for tonal play time. The results paid off in spades

Jimmy Page gave away a guitar in 1974. Now it may fetch thousands at auction
By Christopher Scapelliti published
Page bought the 1957 Gretsch Chet Atkins 6120 for £200 in Nashville. It has since had just two owners

Best acoustic guitar strings: my pick of the best strings around
By Matt McCracken last updated
From coated options to custom gauges, these are the best acoustic strings on the market from Elixir, Ernie Ball, D’Addario, and more

We review the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom ES-335, 1964 SG Standard and Firebird V
By Dave Hunter published
These latest entries in the Inspired by Gibson Custom Series come at a friendly price, albeit with some concessions to period-correct materials

Pete Townshend on his desperate search for the guitar behind the Who’s status as rock legends
By Christopher Scapelliti published
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