What gigging essential gear do I need?

A quality case is essential to safely transport your instrument, cables and a tuner to make sure you're in tune with the whole band. An amp or modeller that is loud enough to compete with the sound of an acoustic drum kit (if you're playing with one). It's also easy to forget, but a stand to put your guitar on when you're not playing.

What gear is easiest to travel with?

If you're a guitarist looking to travel light a good padded gig bag with strong comfortable straps and pockets to keep cables and any spares you might need will make life easier. If you need an amp, a compact modelling solution will save you from carrying a bulky amplifier. If you're taking pedals a pedalboard can make that easier.

What will I need spares of?

Small things like cables, picks, strings, and anything you rely on that is easy to misplace like a capo or slide is helpful to have. Having extras is never a bad thing!