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These guides are designed to help you find the most highly rated options when you're buying music equipment. Every item presented has a Gearank Rating and the number of owner and user opinions that have been evaluated by the Gearank Algorithm for this purpose.

The Best Portable PA System Bundles - 2023

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 5, 2023.

Portable PA Systems are designed to provide convenient sound reinforcement that can be easily setup, packed away and carried for transportation. If you're unsure about exactly what a 'portable' PA System is that's probably because there is no standard definition, so we have defined them in the Methodology section of this guide.

The Best Studio Headphones of 2023: Under $200 to $500

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 5, 2023.

A great pair of headphones can make all the difference in producing quality studio recordings and overall listening satisfaction. This goes especially for home recording environments where proper acoustically treated rooms are less common, often limiting the accuracy of open air speaker systems.

Best Studio Monitor Stands 2023 - Desk & Floor

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 4, 2023.

To make the most out of your studio monitors, you'll want to pair them up with top quality stands that are designed for studio use. In addition to positioning and securing your speakers, these stands prevent cabinet vibration from transferring to your floor or desk, which results in improved sonic clarity.

The Best Guitar Tuners 2023: Clip On, Pedal & Handheld

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 4, 2023.

Whether you play Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Acoustic-Electric Guitar, Bass or Ukulele we've got you covered when it comes to choosing your next tuner. In fact we analyzed over 100,000 owner and user opinions to bring you what we believe is the most comprehensive guitar tuner guide currently available.

The Best Cheap Ukuleles Under $50 2023 - Perfect for Beginners

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 4, 2023.

Here are the best cheap ukes you can get for under $50. We've included bundled packages that have extras like carry bags and tuners which help make them suitable for beginners.

2023's Round up of the Best Capos For Guitar

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 4, 2023.

A capo is a must-have accessory for any guitarist. The ability to play different chords in a variety of positions (for example, playing a C chord with a capo on the second fret makes it a D chord) is an invaluable asset to any vocalist or finger-style musician.

The Best Acoustic Guitars Under $1000 - 2023

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 4, 2023.

The Highest Rated Acoustic Guitars Under $1000

Acoustic guitars priced between $500 and $1,000 tend to have better tonewoods and construction than many of the cheaper options. You'll find many of these guitars also have better tonal definition and projection than their lower priced counterparts.

The Best MIDI Interface Units - For PC / Mac / iOS and More

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 4, 2023.

MIDI has been connecting musical equipment since 1982 and it's still going strong. Here we present to you the best MIDI interfaces for connecting your computer, tablet or even phone to your other MIDI gear. We've focused on interfaces with single in/out ports as these are what most people without complex setups need.

The Best Powered / Unpowered Pedalboards

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 4, 2023.

Guide to the Highest Rated Guitar Pedal Boards

In addition to keeping your stompboxes organized, pedalboards address clutter, storage, gear protection and transport needs. Here we take look at which boards are considered the best by users and experts, including those with and without a built-in power supply.

The Best Bass Preamp Pedals + Rackmount in 2023

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 3, 2023.

Looking for a portable and affordable alternative to your expensive and bulky bass amplifiers? Or are you simply looking for a way to improve your sound? If yes, then this gear guide is for you.