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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 Overhead Drum Mics 2023 - Matched Pairs

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 1, 2023.

While many of us are infatuated with gear, your sound when recording is only as good as the equipment you use to record. Finding the best overhead drum mics can be a challenge, so rather than go in blind check out this guide.

Best Guitar Amp Under $300 - Combo Amps & Amp Heads

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 1, 2023.

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.

The Best Guitar Humidifier & Hygrometer 2023

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 1, 2023.

The Highest Rated Guitar Humidifiers & Case Hygrometers

Humidifying your guitar is an important part of maintaining your instrument. So to protect your precious instrument from damage, you’re going to want to find the best guitar humidifier for your situation. Check out our recommendations to see which will work best for you!

The Best Drumsticks + Brushes & Mallets of 2023

Submitted by Alden Acosta on May. 1, 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 Kids Drum Set 2023 - A Guide For Grown-Ups

Submitted by Alden Acosta on May. 1, 2023.

We intend 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. If the intended recipient is much older than that, or if they're tall for their age, then please refer to our guide for full-sized beginner drum sets.

2 / 4 / 6 / 12 / 8 Channel Audio Interface (May 2023)

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 1, 2023.

The Highest Rated USB Compatible Audio Interfaces

The best audio interface for each category reviewed and ranked by our audio engineer. Find the best multichannel audio interface for your situation.

The Best Microphones for Recording Acoustic Guitar - Small & Large Diaphragm

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 1, 2023.

The acoustic guitar has long been, and continues to be, the most accessible music instrument available. Having the right mic to record this prolific instrument is critical to a good recording setup for any musician or studio.

The Best Pop Filter for Mics 2023 - Keep Your Plosives in Check

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 1, 2023.

Here are the highest rated pop filters along with professional advice from recording engineer Raphael Pulgar to help you select the best one for your recordings.

The Best Passive PA Speakers 2023 - Under $1000

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on May. 1, 2023.

Our resident audio engineer guides you through the best passive PA speakers available. Taking into account factors such as sound quality, durability, portability, and price.