Nik Farr (The Public Image)

"The Prudent Guitar," represents one guitarist’s record of a quest to explore an ever-expanding assortment of inexpensive (don’t say “cheap”) gear to find the best deals on the market today.

I actively utilize the gear that I review when playing with the New England rock/pop band Best Not Broken, New Hampshire's finest experimental pop group, Megafauna, and the Granite State's newest up-and-coming Americana/roots band, Ready Relief.

In addition to my work with these three bands, I am also planning to record and release my first EP of solo material soon via the internet.

When I'm not playing music or blogging about gear, I'm usually busy reading, working on art, or cultivating my online marketing skills. I'm also a divorced cat-dad to two delightful babies named Nigel and Kali.

In the Spotlight

How to Sound Like the Edge of U2 for Under $1,000

The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This Hub is about building a guitar rig that sounds like U2's the Edge, circa the early 1980s.

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EHX Deluxe Memory Boy Delay Pedal Review

The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This review looks at the analog delay Electro-Harmonix DMB, which boasts rich tone and lots of features.

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Squier Vintage Modified 70s Jazz Bass Review

The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This entry looks at Squier's VM 70s Jazz Bass, a great-playing and great-sounding budget model.

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How to Sound Like Robert Smith of The Cure for Under $1000

The Prudent Guitar is a blog intended to help players find the best inexpensive (don't say cheap!) gear on the market. Today, we look at how to reproduce the sound of the Cure's singer/guitarist.

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Vox AC-30C2 Combo Amplifier Review

The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This review examines Vox's latest entry in the low-to-medium cost tube amp field.

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Line 6 Echo Park Delay Pedal Review

The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This review focuses on Line 6's ToneCore delay pedal, which models three different classic echo units.

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  Guitars & String Instruments

  How to Sound Like Robert Smith of The Cure for Under $1000

  10 years ago

  The Prudent Guitar is a blog intended to help players find the best inexpensive (don't say cheap!) gear on the market. Today, we look at how to reproduce the sound of the Cure's singer/guitarist.

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  Rock Music

  Starting a Band: What Every Beginner Should Know (Part One)

  10 years ago

  Looking to form a group? Whether it's your first time collaborating or you're an experienced band member, here are some tips to make the process of starting a project easier.

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  Guitars & String Instruments

  Tech 21 NYC Trademark 60 Amplifier Review

  10 years ago

  The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This entry examines Tech 21's famed solid state amp, which produces tube-like tone via analog circuitry.

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  Guitars & String Instruments

  Vox AD50VT Combo Amplifier Review

  9 years ago

  The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This review examines Vox's AD50VT, which uses ValveTronix hybrid technology to achieve tube tone & feel.

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  Guitars & String Instruments

  Charvel SK-3 ST Skatecaster Guitar Review

  11 years ago

  The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This is a look at the Charvel SK-3 ST Skatecaster, which is a well-constructed entry level instrument.

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  Guitars & String Instruments

  How to Sound Like the Edge of U2 for Under $1,000

  10 years ago

  The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This Hub is about building a guitar rig that sounds like U2's the Edge, circa the early 1980s.

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  Guitars & String Instruments

  Boss OD-2 Turbo Overdrive Pedal Review

  10 years ago

  The Prudent Guitar: A blog sharing my quest for the best inexpensive (don't say "cheap") gear! This review looks at an overlooked classic pedal that is no longer made, but is worth searching for.