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Al Di Meola on why he opts to practice on an acoustic guitar – even when preparing for electric-heavy tours
By Janelle Borg published
Di Meola says a nylon guitar's response time is slower than that of an electric, which forces the player to work harder, especially when executing fast phrases

Martin has introduced an all-new body shape that delivers dreadnought tones from a smaller build
By Matt Owen published
In honor of the Hawaiian music craze of the 1920s and 1930s that influenced the “Golden Era” acoustic boom, Martin has unveiled the O'ahu HG-28

“Cort really is to be congratulated once again for delivering on its Masterpiece promise”: Cort Abstract Delta and Modern Black review
By David Mead published
Two acoustics from Cort’s China-based workshop that couldn’t be further apart in style, from the traditional overtones of the Abstract Delta, to the more contemporary Modern Black

Texas man reportedly pays $4,000 for guitar autographed by Taylor Swift – and immediately smashes it with a hammer
By Matt Parker published
Reports suggest the purchase and destruction of the instrument was politically motivated, following Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris

Guild just dropped some of the most affordable guitars it has ever produced – and these $300 models are keenly spec'd, too
By Janelle Borg published
The iconic guitar brand's new 300 Series promises to deliver premium features and historic tone for under $300

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
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