Essential Gear Buying Guides, Artist Interviews & More
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When you're shopping for new microphones, you'll encounter a range of different types of microphones spanning a vast range of prices. The sheer volume of specifications and features associated with the hundreds of available models can be confusing, leaving you with little basis for comparison aside from a microphone's price. -
Electric Guitar Buying Guide
Knowing how to choose the best electric guitar can often be overwhelming. We're here to help.
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How to Choose the Right Direct Box (DI)
Learn the differences between active and passive DIs, how they work, and how to harness them onstage and in the studio for better sound. -
How to Choose the Best Stratocaster
A comprehensive buyer’s guide to all Fender and Squier Stratocaster series electric guitars to help you choose the best Strat model for you. -
How To Choose The Best Telecaster
A comprehensive buyer’s guide to all Fender and Squier Telecaster series electric guitars to help you choose the right model for you. -
How to Choose the Best Drum Sticks
Knowing how to choose the right drum sticks can often be a challenge. Let the experts at The Hub from Musician's Friend help you make the right... -
Choosing a Martin Guitar
Knowing how to choose the right Martin guitar can often be a challenge. We're here to help you make the right choice. -
Stocking Stuffers and Gift Ideas for Musicians
If you need a great gift for the musician in your life, you'll want to check out these stocking stuffers and gift ideas for guitarists, drummers and... -
Four Best Blues-Rock Guitar Amps
A look at four guitar amplifiers and how they helped write the history of blues and rock. -
How to Choose Guitar or Bass Amp Replacement Speakers
The ins and outs of replacing and upgrading speakers in guitar and bass combo amps and speaker cabinets -
Pick the Best Acoustic Guitar Strings for You
Choosing the right acoustic guitar strings can often be a challenge. Let the experts at Musician's Friend help you make the right choice.
Buying Guides
Overwhelmed by the mindboggling array of music gear out there today? Dazed by all the specs, features, and technobabble? Can’t figure out if you want a guitar with active or passive pickups? Stymied over the best way to get started recording or playing live? Can’t decide what recording equipment is right for your home studio? Uncertain what guitar amp is the right fit for your music and budget? You’ve arrived at the place to get the answers you need. We’ll help you choose the music gear and instruments that makes sense for your style and budget with straightforward information you can count on.Results 10-18 of 98