Acoustic Guitar Reviews
Latest Acoustic Guitar Reviews

Larrivée 0-44R, 000-44R and OMV-44R review
By David Mead published
Larrivée’s 44 Legacy Series introduces a range of characterful guitars in a selection of body sizes, each with an upgraded high-gloss finish. Let’s find out exactly how they shine

Gretsch Roots Collection G9500 Jim Dandy review
By Stuart Williams published
A good ol’ fashioned, rootsy strummer from the Gretsch stable with a small body and small price

Faith PJE Legacy Twenty Series Mars, Earth and Neptune review
By Neville Marten published
Three special instruments to celebrate 20 years of Faith acoustics. Designed by Patrick James Eggle with bespoke abalone inlays, they really are something to behold

Gibson J-45 50s Faded, J-35 30s Faded and Hummingbird Faded review
By David Mead published
A trio of Gibson dreadnoughts with faded satin nitro finishes, vintage appointments and modern-day electronics. Serious players or mere novelty acts? Let the auditions begin…

Takamine LTD2022 review
By David Mead published
One of two limited-edition models that celebrate Takamine’s 60th Anniversary, both of which engage the charms of Hawaiian koa in their construction. Let’s take a closer look

Taylor 514ce review
By Neville Marten published
Another new wood joins the Taylor stable: let’s introduce red ironbark to the world of guitar tone! But what does it bring to the table?

Martin D-28 Rich Robinson review
By Paul Riario published
The Black Crowes guitarist's signature dreadnought is a time-capsule piece that is steeped in Martin's storied history and pays tribute to Robinson's father – and it is a doozy

Breedlove Eco Pursuit EX S Concert Sweetgrass review
By David Mead published
An acoustic guitar where sustainability and ecological common sense are a design and build priority. But do all these good intentions add up to a great-sounding instrument?
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