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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 Drumsticks + Brushes & Mallets

Submitted by Alden Acosta on May. 26, 2021.

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 25 Key MIDI Controller Keyboards

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 22, 2021.

The Highest Rated 25-Key MIDI Controller Keyboards

The great thing about 25 key MIDI controllers is their portability and the small amount of space they take up. They're not designed to replace a full size keyboard, but rather to offer convenience - that said some of the higher-end options are packed with an impressive range of features.

The Best Cheap Beginner Electric Guitars Under $200

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 21, 2021.

The Highest Rated Electric Guitars For Beginners

This guide is primarily meant to help beginner guitarists to get a good affordable guitar. And it is also a good resource for experienced players who want a cheap guitar to modify and experiment with.

The Top 15 Best Powered PA Speakers

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 20, 2021.

Powered Speakers, also known as active speakers, are loudspeakers with amplifiers built into their enclosures. This combination results in improved versatility, making powered speakers more and more popular among musicians, sound engineers, and DJs.

The Best Keyboard Workstations - Budget & Professional

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 18, 2021.

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 DIY Guitar Kits - Electric - All Under $250

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 12, 2021.

Building your very own personalized guitar has never been this easy, thanks to DIY (Do-It-Yourself) guitar kits. Here we look at what the market considers to be the best of them, covering a good variety of guitar shapes and styles.

The Best Drum Mic Kits - 4 to 8 Piece

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 10, 2021.

Audio engineer Raphael Pulgar presents the highest rated Drum Mic Kits ranging from 4 to 8 mics in each set. You'll also get some solid advice to help you select your best options for miking drums.

The Best Electronic Drum Amps / Drum Monitors

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 6, 2021.

If you're looking for an amplifier to use with your electronic drum set, or if you're an acoustic drummer looking for a stage drum monitor, then this guide will help you decide which one is best for your situation. You will also get advice on the alternative types of amplifiers that can also be used with drums.

The Best Dynamic Microphones - Live & Recording

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 5, 2021.

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 Guitar Amps Under $300 - Combo & Amp Heads

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 4, 2021.

The Highest Rated Guitar Amps Under $300

The $200 to $300 price range has some nice amps with serious tone and flexibility. Since tone quality inspires better and longer playing, and sonic versatility allows for exploration of other musical styles, these amps are ideal for first time buyers, and for experienced players who want something compact. Includes tube and hybrid amps.