acoustic guitars
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Re-Tuned turns unused acoustic guitars into high-quality Bluetooth speakers and helps protect the planet's resources
By Phil Weller published
The Australian invention slots into most full and 3/4-size acoustic guitars, saving them from landfill and resulting in a unique-looking speaker

“Anyone looking for a budget retro acoustic will be charmed”: Gretsch Jim Dandy Concert review
By Jonathan Horsley published
Vintage catalog chic for under $200. We’ve found the mojo, but have we found the tone?

“Extremely well-made guitars… bags of character”: Auden 632 Series Chester 000 and Bowman OM review
By David Mead published
A new series of short-scale acoustics joins the ranks at Auden – complete with a very smart soundhole preamp

Taylor’s latest GS Mini drop offers MLB fans a unique opportunity to support their favorite baseball team
By Phil Weller published
The limited-edition collection redresses Taylor’s hugely popular short-scale acoustic, allowing baseball fans to sport their team colors in a new way

“A ravishing instrument”: Taylor 50th Anniversary GS Mini-E Rosewood review
By Matt McCracken published
Taylor's compact top-seller gets the 50th Anniversary makeover treatment and it has never looked – or sounded – better

“Both these guitars tick practically all the boxes”: Furch Vintage Pure & Violet Deluxe SM review
By David Mead published
This pair of finely crafted acoustics from the lower end of the Czech Republic maker’s price band may look simple and stripped back, but they’re fully loaded with tone

2024 Summer Ultimate Gear Guide: the best new guitar gear of the year
By Guitar World Staff published
A detailed rundown of the hottest guitar gear to hit the market over the past year. Here, we dive into the standout pieces.

“Delivers a stunning sound with bags of sustain and a complex tonal profile”: Sheeran by Lowden W05 review
By Matt McCracken published
Ed Sheeran's collaboration with Lowden brings us a comfortable acoustic guitar made in Northern Ireland
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