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Patrick James Eggle is photographed in. his workshop with a vintage screwdriver in the foreground.
“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

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Gibson J-45 Special: the Special series offers the classic acoustics at a more approachable price point, with satin nitro finishes and a slightly slimmed down body depth.
“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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Fender Acoustasonic Standard Telecaster
“Fender has stripped back the price – but has it gone too far paring back the sounds, too?” Fender Standard Acoustasonic Telecaster review

By Rob Laing Published

The Acoustasonic finally gets much more affordable for players, and some things have had to give to get there

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Martin Junior Series
Martin’s Junior Series has been given its most significant upgrade yet

By Matt Owen Published

Updated electronics, solid tonewoods and new models make up the 2025 edition of Martin's humble Junior series, which starts from $699

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LR Baggs AEG-1 electro-acoustic: this bold new design aims to solve the vexatious issue of how to amplify the acoustic guitar.
“The most convincing acoustic tone from an acoustic electric that we’ve yet heard”: LR Baggs AEG-1 review

By Neville Marten Published

This cutting-edge electro from LR Baggs has a plywood body frame, torrefied spruce top, rosewood back and studio-quality electrics – and we can’t wait to plug it in…

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Harley Benton Nashville Nylon BK
Harley Benton seizes on the Polyphia-led nylon-string revival with a versatile acoustic-electric for under $300

By Janelle Borg Published

The new model, which boasts a sleek look, an integrated piezo pickup system, and a “warm and resonant” tonal quality, is the latest addition to Harley Benton's budget-friendly acoustic line

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Donner Hush-I Pro
Donner’s HUSH-I PRO offers built-in FX and onboard IRs – and it could be the ultimate travel guitar

By Guitar World Staff Published

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The HUSH-I PRO might not just be the best all-in-one travel guitar around – it might also be the most inspiring

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Taylor Gold Label 814e SB
“An investment-grade, pro-quality guitar”: Taylor Gold Label 814e SB review

By Chris Gill Published

The American guitar giant delivers a 4K Dolby Atmos version of a classic flat-top with a new Super Auditorium body style and tone to spare

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Gibson Acoustic Specials
Gibson’s new Acoustic Specials series brings hand-crafted examples of its most beloved acoustic designs to lower price points

By Matt Owen Published

Newly minted takes on the Hummingbird, L-00 and J-45 templates look to offer USA Gibson acoustics at more accessible prices

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Orangewood Juniper
Orangewood comes under fire for its Juniper rubber bridge guitars

By Matt Owen Published

The firm has been accused of “ripping off” the instruments pioneered by Reuben Cox of Old Style Guitar Shop

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