Acoustic Guitar Reviews
Latest Acoustic Guitar Reviews

Turnstone TG review: the most expensive guitar we’ve ever reviewed – but is it worth it?
By David Mead published
At £12,240 (nearly $15,000), this premium-level model from the renowned UK-based acoustic builder is the most expensive guitar we have reviewed, but it might also be one of the best. Want to know what a high-end acoustic plays like? Read on…

Yamaha FG9M review – a classic square-shoulder dreadnought combining old-world craftsmanship and state-of-the-art technology
By Chris Gill published
A reminder, if needed, that Yamaha can also make high-end acoustic instruments to take your breath away

Bourgeois Touchstone Vintage TS OM and TS D review – all the mojo of the golden pre-war era of acoustics with a few modern twists
By David Mead published
With tops made in Maine, USA, and bodies constructed in China by Eastman, these guitars provide access to a revered builder’s brand at a fraction of the cost

Furch Violet D-SM review – a first-class build that proves you don't need to spend silly money for a pro-quality dreadnought
By Chris Gill published
What this Furch lacks in flash it more than makes up for with first-class playability and sound quality

JWJ Guitars Parlour and Orchestra review
By David Mead published
JWJ Guitars is a relatively new name on the lutherie circuit, specializing in bespoke builds at off-the-peg prices. Interested? You probably should be…

Taylor 412ce and 417e review
By Neville Marten published
Taylor revamps its ‘workhorse’ rosewood and spruce 400 Series with sunburst tops and new inlays – then there’s the innovative V-Class bracing, not to mention the ES2 electronics. A match made in heaven?

Furch Violet Master's Choice, Yellow Deluxe and Red Deluxe review
By David Mead published
Three Grand Auditorium models from the Czech Republic manufacturer’s catalog, with price points varying from entry level to top end. What’s the difference? Let’s find out…

Takamine GD34CE BLK review
By David Mead published
Based on the Takamine used by Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi, the GD34CE has all of its stablemates' classic good looks on a budget. But how does it sound?
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