Update 07/007/2026JBL has finally released an APP update JBL Pro Connect App v3.0. New features for this update:Account Management – Save snapshots to the cloud for easy recall across devices. Basic Mode – Toggle between Advanced Mode and a simplified interface with…
For Every Budget, Style & Age — Acoustic, Electric & Classical Last updated: March 2026 | Prices verified at Australian retailers Buying your first guitar — or buying one for someone else — is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Acoustic…
Best Acoustic Guitars Under $500 AUD Tested & Ranked — 2026 Edition Last updated: March 2026 | Prices verified at Australian retailers At $500 AUD there are genuinely excellent acoustic guitars available in Australia — but there are also a…
We tested guitars under $500 AUD and ranked them for playability, tone, build quality, and Australian value for money. All AUD prices have been verified at Australian retailers as of March 2026. Use the quick picks table below to find the right guitar for your playing style — or read the full reviews for every pick.
There’s something undeniably magical about the roar of a cranked plexi Marshall—that thick, harmonic-rich overdrive that defined rock music from the late ’60s onward. The Marshall SV20C captures that legendary tone in a package that actually makes sense for modern players, and…
A Cautionary Tale: Fake Guitar Strings on eBay Many years ago, I saw some strings on eBay that were incredibly cheap—about $2 a set. I thought, “What the heck, I may as well buy some and see for myself.” It turns out…
Historical Overview of the Telecaster The Fender Telecaster was born in 1950, making it the world’s first mass-produced solid-body electric guitar. Originally called the “Broadcaster” (quickly renamed due to trademark issues with Gretsch’s Broadkaster drums), the Telecaster emerged from Leo Fender’s workshop…
The Fender Custom Shop: Crafting Excellence in Musical Instruments Fender’s Custom Shops represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship across guitars, basses, amplifiers, and accessories. What began as a visionary initiative has evolved into a multi-faceted operation dedicated to exceptional quality and personalization. The…
The moment I unboxed the Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V, I knew I was holding something special. This collaboration between Metallica’s lead guitarist and Epiphone delivers all the aggressive charm of Hammett’s iconic stage presence in a package that won’t require…
The Fender Acoustasonic Standard Telecaster represents an innovative hybrid instrument that seamlessly bridges the gap between acoustic and electric guitars. Built on the iconic Telecaster body shape, this Mexican-made model delivers the versatility of multiple acoustic and electric voices in a single…
