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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.

All the Best Digital Pianos of 2023 - Up To $1000

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 5, 2023.

There's just no replacing the feel and sound of acoustic pianos, but they are not always practical when considering real world space and budget restrictions. This is where we come in with our feature on the Best Digital Piano keyboards, featuring market favorites up to $1000 that have impressed students and professional pianists alike.

Best Acoustic Guitar Amp Guide - All Budgets

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 5, 2023.

If you have an acoustic guitar with pickups you need a specialized acoustic amp if you want to bring out the natural tone of your instrument. These amps aim to be transparent so they are also good at amplifying vocals - this means that many of these amps are also designed to work well as small PA systems.

Best Keyboard Workstation: Everything You Need to Know 2023

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 5, 2023.

Keyboard workstations are versatile electronic instruments that integrate a keyboard with a sound module and sequencers. They are pretty much a "studio in a box" since they let you play and record ideas right away, practical and convenient for those who perform or create original music.

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.