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Epiphone Pre-War SJ-200 Rosewood Reissue, 1960 Hummingbird Reissue and 1963 Dove Reissue review
By David Mead published
Following on from the superb Epiphone Inspired By Gibson Custom instruments that wowed us, we look at have three from a sextet of new historic reissues. Expectations are high...

“Everything one could want in a top-grade electro-acoustic”: Why we’ve fallen for Martin OM-28E
By Neville Marten published
Vintage ‘breathy’ tone, L.R. Baggs’ top-class Anthem electronics, this upgraded Standard Series acoustic electric is mind-blowing

“The build and sound quality is all there”: Taylor Builder's Edition 514ce Kona Burst review
By David Mead published
We take a look at the new Builder’s Edition 514ce to examine its upgrades and refinements. A worthy alternative? Let’s take a look

"Crisply built and shines like a gem on the live stage": Taylor 314ce Studio review
By Jamie Dickson published
An attainably priced “serious” Taylor with high-end touches

“An ideal ‘gateway’ instrument for electric players”: Cort Sunset Nylectric DLX review
By Chris Gill published
Cort's stylish single-cut might be the hybrid nylon-string that electric players are looking for

Harley Benton’s latest budget build is a sub-$230 solid top dreadnought
By Phil Weller published
Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top alongside a pickup system and built-in tuner, there’s a lot to enjoy for just $228

“For years, the only 12-string acoustics I got my hands on, the necks always pulled off after a bit. I earned a lot of money replacing them!” Why one of the UK’s most prolific luthiers is a bolt-on acoustic die-hard
By David Mead published
With the trio of upgraded Faith Eclipse acoustics now on the marketplace, we talk to the designer behind the brand, Patrick James Eggle

“They have that signature Gibson tone”: Gibson J-45 Special and Hummingbird Special review
By Neville Marten published
USA-made Gibson acoustics for under two grand, with solid timbers, nitro finish and an LR Baggs pickup. Too good to be true?
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