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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 Earplugs For Musicians - Singers, Drummers, Guitarists & More

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Feb. 12, 2023.

Hearing protection is probably one of the most overlooked types of gear for musicians. Long term exposure to the average concert at around 100db or more can permanently damage our eardrums, reducing our ability to hear. Even worse than hearing loss is developing tinnitus, which is a constant ringing of the ear that doesn't go away.

The Best Modeling Amps for Guitar - Combo All Under $1000

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Feb. 12, 2023.

Here are the highest rated combo modeling amps for guitar, divided into four price brackets to help you find one that suits your budget.

The Best Tube Amps - Combo & Head - Up To $1000

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Feb. 12, 2023.

Guitar amplifiers don't just amplify sound, they also shape and color the sound. This is especially true for tube amps, and is the reason why amps are considered as vital to tone as guitars themselves. Here we feature the best tube amps, combo and heads, that fit the average guitarist's budget.

The Best Acoustic Electric Guitars - Under $300, $500, $750 & $1000

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Feb. 12, 2023.

The Highest Rated Acoustic-Electric Guitars

Anyone who has ever gigged with an acoustic guitar can tell you what a lifesaver acoustic pickups are. The days where guitarists had to carefully position their instrument in front of a microphone are long gone, because acoustic guitars have become plug and play instruments.

The Best iPad Audio Interfaces Under $200

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Feb. 11, 2023.

With the right audio interface, you can turn your iPad into a full featured recording studio. Featured here are the best audio interfaces that you can use to maximize the iPad's mobile recording potential.

The Best Bass Guitar Strings - 4 String Sets

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Feb. 11, 2023.

Finding the best bass guitar strings can be a challenge. With so many different materials and approaches to bass string design, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out which is going to work the best for you and your style of playing.

The Best Studio Mics For Vocals - $100 to $1000

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Feb. 11, 2023.

The Highest Rated Studio Mics For Vocals

This gear guide will help you find the right studio recording microphones for your budget and needs. The focus is on top rated condenser and dynamic mics that are currently being used to record vocals in home recording and professional studios.

The Best Dynamic Microphones - Live & Recording

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Feb. 11, 2023.

With their ability to handle high sound pressure levels and reject background noise, dynamic microphones continue to be vital in both live performances and recording. We have analyzed reviews and ratings of the many dynamic mics on the market, to bring you a list of the top ones deserving of your consideration.

The Best Drumsticks + Brushes & Mallets

Submitted by Alden Acosta on Feb. 11, 2023.

Finding the best drum sticks can be a challenge. There’s so much that goes into how they’re designed, and if you don’t get the right type for your needs and skill level you’re not going to get the tone or response you want.

The Best Electric Guitars Under $500 - Solidbody

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Feb. 10, 2023.

The Highest Rated Electric Guitars Under $500

Guitar teacher Alexander Briones presents the highest rated $200 to $500 solidbody electric guitars arranged by pickup types: Single Coil, P-90, Humbucker, HSS, HSH and other mixed combinations.