Electric Guitar
Everything published on Music Adviser UK under Electric Guitar — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Best Acoustic and Electrics for the Money
Best value isn't the cheapest guitar on the wall — it's the option that solves your actual problem. Here's where the smart spending really is.
The Best Kids Guitars for the Money
Forget the search for one 'best' model. Here's what actually changes as you move up through kids guitar tiers, and which young player each one genuinely suits.
Single Coil Pickup: A Complete Guide
The Best Fender Stratocasters for the Money
From the Squier Classic Vibe to the American Vintage II, these are the Stratocasters that offer the best quality and value at each level of the market.
Gibson Sg: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Gibson SG has been a stage and studio staple since 1961 — and buying one is easier when you know what to look for. Here is the full picture.
Common Superstrat Mistakes to Avoid
These are the mistakes that trip up superstrat players most reliably — fix them before they cost you time, money or a bad-sounding guitar.
Common Evh Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes that trip people up most often around EVH guitars, from hardware assumptions to tremolo setup order.
The Best Squiers for the Money
No fake tests, just an honest tier-by-tier look at which Squier suits which player, from first-timers to gigging regulars.
Common Gibson Les Paul Mistakes to Avoid
The Les Paul is a brilliant guitar, but it has a few specific ways to go wrong. Here are the most common mistakes owners make, and the straightforward fixes for each one.
Modelling Amp for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A modelling amp gives a beginner access to dozens of classic amp sounds, built-in effects and silent practice — all in one unit. Here is everything you need to know.
Locking Tuners for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Locking tuners clamp the string at the post instead of relying on windings. Here's what that means in practice and whether they're worth fitting.
Guitar Amp for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A first guitar amp does not need to be complicated. Here is what you actually need to know — types, controls, wattage and how to get a decent sound from the start.
Guitar Pickups: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Before you spend on a new amp or more pedals, it's worth looking at what's under the strings. Choosing the right pickups might be the most direct route to the sound you actually want.
Common Yamaha Pacifica Mistakes to Avoid
None of these mistakes are about being a bad player. Here's what trips people up with the Yamaha Pacifica, and how to fix each one.
Fender Jazzmaster for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A Fender Jazzmaster is a warm, characterful guitar to start on, not a difficult one. Here's a gentle guide through the controls and early worries.
The Best Electric Guitars for the Money
The best-value electric guitar options differ significantly by price tier. Here are the strongest choices at each budget level with honest assessments.
The Best Pickguards for the Money
A pickguard swap is one of the most cost-effective mods on a guitar. Here's what different spending levels actually get you — and where the value genuinely lies.
Electric Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an electric guitar involves several key decisions. Here are the most important choices and specific model recommendations at each budget level.
Epiphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A setup, an understanding of the pickup selector and sensible amp settings are the three foundations of a good start — this guide covers all three for new players.
Electronic Bow for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A no-assumptions beginner's guide to the electronic bow, walking through your first sustained note step by step, with no prior knowledge needed.
Yamaha Pacifica for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A genuinely sensible first electric guitar, not a compromise. Here's everything explained gently, one idea at a time.
Strymon Timeline Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting started with a complex digital delay is more approachable than the interface suggests. This guide covers the essential first steps for new users.
Ibanez Guitars: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an Ibanez guitar means understanding tremolos, necks and manufacturing tiers. This guide cuts through the hype and tells you what actually matters.
Archtop Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The archtop has a specific construction, a specific sound and a specific history. Here is what it is, how it works and who it is for.
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Electric Guitar
A versatile amplified instrument for rhythm, lead and genre-spanning performance, from clean tones to high-gain sounds.
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ESP
High-performance electric guitars with fast playability, strong output and a bold look suited to rock and metal.
Fender
Fender guitars and related instruments trusted for classic design, tone and versatility.
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Fender Stratocaster
The fender stratocaster is a versatile electric guitar known for bright tones, comfort and wide genre appeal.
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Guitar Guitar
Guitar guitar is a broad category for instruments and accessories suited to players at every level and style.
Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
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Stratocaster
Iconic double-cut electric guitars with versatile tones, comfortable contours and wide appeal across many genres.
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Telecaster
The Telecaster delivers bright tone, simple controls and reliable versatility for stage, studio and rehearsal.
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