Equipment

The simple Afro-Peruvian percussive box has gained unrelenting popularity since it's modern debut into the Latin and folk music scene and in true Music Critic style, we have gathered the 10 best Cajons in 2023 for critical comparison. The functionality ...

The Moukey mini-Steel Tongue Drum is a really sweet attempt at a traditional tongue drum in an affordable package. It is made from genuine steel, unfortunately, it like many of its miniature market buddies does have a few tonal issues ...

With the rise in popularity of folk and country in the charts, we have seen some Indie and other acoustic fringe groups adopting a stomp-box or Cajon in place of a full drum-kit as it helps provide a rhythm section ...

If you are on the lookout for an out of the box ready to play 5-piece drum-kit, you really can't go far wrong with the Pearl roadshow model. They come in four slightly different gig-ready set-ups; the Jazz, the Rock, ...

The Roland TD 30 is unfortunately not available at this time, so we've reviewed an alternative, below. The Roland TD-25K-S is a beautiful electronic drum-kit, modeled on the highly sought after Roland TD-30. It features some tremendous integrated additions from ...

If you asked a non-musician to name a drum manufacturer, then Pearl is the most likely answer they would give you. It is undoubtedly one of the most famous drum makers in the world. And the reason it is so ...

Are you looking for gifts for drummers? There are some great options out there for you to buy for the drummer in your life. Of course, sticks are the most obvious choice, but there are also a lot of other ...

The V-Line series from Roland has a venerated reputation in the drumming community. The high-quality mesh heads, combined with the rubber V-cymbals, offers drummers an electric drum kit that feels as close to an acoustic set as you can get ...

The Alesis Crimson II is a next-gen 5-piece model from Alesis' mid-range. Unlike some of the cheaper entry-level kits, Alesis offers the crimson benefits from some of the most popular features from their higher-end products that improve the playability of ...

Buying the best electric guitar for your needs requires a good bit of research before you hit your local music store. While styles and models differ, the working principles are the same. This is why Music Critic has reviewed the top models ...

View the best acoustic guitars of 2023. From rock bands to orchestras, when it comes to creating true music, musicians won't compromise. You either need perfect sound quality, amazing tuning, fabulous durability, or nothing at all! Don’t let the perfectionist ...

The aim of these reviews is to help you pick the best guitar tuner for you. Guitar tuners have been the guitarists’ best friend ever since they were invented. A tuner is a device that compares the sound of a string ...

The importance of a good electric guitar case is overlooked by far too many guitar players. Below we take a look at the best Electric Guitar case options on the market. Transporting your beloved possession to and from jamming sessions ...

If you are looking for the best electric guitar strings for the very best sound possible, you have come to the right place. The team here at Music Critic, have tried and tested each brand and type of metal strings ...

When it comes to guitars and that smooth, crisp sound nothing can beat the acoustic guitar or acoustic electric. In this article, however, we are more concerned about the strings of acoustic guitars. Undoubtedly one of the main components of ...

The best 12-string guitar is just a click away! These instruments have churned out some of the great tunes over the years. Ranging from David Bowie's Space Oddity to James Butler's Ocean all these songs have shown how a 12-string ...

The best electric bass guitars sound pure and most people can get to grips with them pretty quickly. They add a deeper layer to your songs - an extra spark. Both professionals and amateur musicians can benefit greatly by incorporating ...

As a beginner, choosing your first electrical guitar is easy but selecting the right one for your needs can be hard. The market is filled with a various amount of electrical guitars which can puzzle beginners. So don’t worry as ...

During the Baroque period, many musicians were eager to encompass a greater octave range in their playing. Such music was admired at the time. The 4-string guitar, although a popular instrument, was not meeting the demands of the artists. Around ...

Acoustic electric guitars have become increasingly popular over the years, and there are plenty of musicians looking to invest in a new guitar every day. The problem arises when you realize how many options there really are out there, and ...

Every guitarist knows how important it is to use the right strings, and how much they can change your tone and feel, but what strings are the best classical guitar strings? You might be aware of certain brands that you ...

Classical guitars are slim, beautiful and shine bright with their slick, gloss finish. It’s hard to resist the little voice in the back of your head that tempts you to buy yet another guitar, or even your first guitar! If ...

Are you a guitarist? Are you looking for the best acoustic electric guitar under $700? You’re in luck! We realize that it can be tricky to buy musical instruments, especially if you buy them online, and therefore we thought we’d ...

Music is a gift, and we believe that the chance to play should be available to every budding or aspiring guitar player, no matter the budget. That’s why we’re very happy to present you with this list of the ten ...

If you dream of becoming the next Israel Kamakawiwo'ole or George Formby, then you're going to need to know what the ten best ukulele brands are. You've come to the right place to find out. In this article, you'll be ...