Adolph Rickenbacker, who immigrated to the U.S. from Switzerland as a child, invented the electric guitar in the 1930s, the instrument that inspired the rock 'n' roll phenomenon.

For our money, the best electric guitar under $500 overall is the Squier by Fender Classic Vibe ’50s Telecaster, thanks to its vintage looks, timeless sound, and great build quality.

Having reviewed countless electric guitars over the last few decades, at MusicRadar we’re well-placed to pick out the best guitar for a particular job, whether you’re a beginner or a touring ...

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The quintessential solid-body electric guitar is the Fender Stratocaster, played by Ritchie Blackmore, Eric Clapton, and the legendary Jimi Hendrix. Neck types. Mindscape studio/Shutterstock.

Best electric guitar pickups: Music Radar's choice. Our top pick for the best electric guitar pickups has to be the Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates. The Pearly Gates draws on the influence of the past to ...