Gearank.com is dedicated to all the kinds of music gear used to get your music to the ears of those listening, whether it be performed live or recorded. Gearank is a score out of 100 given to every piece of music equipment in our gear guides. We research a vast number of online discussions and reviews by users, customers, and experts, and bring all that together in one convenient place. Our legwork makes if much easier for you to decide which music equipment is best to buy. For a more detailed understanding see: Music Gear Guides
Music Gear Guides
Here are some examples of our buying guides offering detailed advice on key topics you need to know about in order to get the best gear for your situation while avoiding potential pitfalls.
Acoustic Guitar Strings - Extra Light to Heavy Gauge
Elixir Strings Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze Light achieved the highest score in the light gauge category with a Gearank rating of 94 based on over 1,800 guitarist ratings.
Low Watt Tube Amps - Combo & Heads
Whether it's American or British voicing you're looking for, and you want the real thing rather than a digital model, then we've got the goods for you with this tube amp guide.
Stage & Studio Mic Stands - Boom & Straight
We analysed feedback from more than 13,600 sources to find the best straight and boom mic stands for recording and playing live.
Budget Condenser Mics - XLR & USB up to $100
This is the place to start if you're looking for condenser studio microphones that won't break your budget.
Earplugs For Singers, Drummers, Guitarists...
Get up to 30dB of attenuation and reduce the impact of exposure to loud sources, particularly when exposed for hours at a time.
Audio Interfaces - 4 to 16 Simultaneous Inputs
This guide is designed to help you expand beyond 2 simultaneous input tracks featuring the best interfaces with 4 to 16 inputs.
Junior Drum Sets For Kids - A Guide For Grown-Ups
We made this guide for adults, including both musicians and non-musicians, who want to buy a drum set for children around 10 years old or younger.
Powered PA Speakers - Under $300 up to $1500
Powered PA speakers are often the best way to go for small to medium sized venues because you don't need extra amplifiers or other gear.
Multitrack Recorders - From 4 to 32 Tracks
Digital multitrack recorders have everything built-in that you need for recording, mixing, and producing music. Many also work as audio interfaces and can export to computers.
Drum Sticks, Brushes and Mallets
A surprising result with a 4-way tie for the Highest Rated Drum Sticks gave the top spot to Vic Firth twice and once each to Zildjian and Promark.
