Guitar – Acoustic
Introduction After hearing so much about the Taylor GT, I got to spend some time with one. In this article, I discuss the Taylor GTe Urban Ash model. I’ll share my impressions of its playability and tone, in addition to highlighting some standout features that make this guitar different from similar guitars on the market. …
Coated guitar strings are one of the biggest breakthroughs in the history of strings. The enhanced durability and extended lifespan are clutch for those guitarists among us whose playing technique or body chemistry tends to destroy strings in a short time. Even if string longevity isn’t an issue for you, coated strings offer the benefit …
Guitar strings are an essential part of every guitarist’s tone. Along with guitar picks, changing strings is one of the most cost effective ways to tweak your sound. The other reason to change your strings is if they are worn out. In this article, we’ll answer the question of how long do guitar strings last, …
Note: This is the second update to my article on Monel strings. If you’ve read my article on Martin Retro Monel strings, you’ll know that I’ve been quite happy with the sound and feel of Monel. Naturally, I felt the need to swap back to the strings I usually use. Like many of you, my …
Today’s article takes another look at a tonewood, though it’s one you may not be familiar with: Ovangkol. At first, it may be a difficult word to spell, but that’s ok, because Ovangkol makes up for it by being a quality tonewood for acoustic guitars. If you are looking for an acoustic guitar that produces …
If you are looking for an acoustic guitar that produces a warm, well-balanced, woody sound that is similar to Mahogany, you should consider a guitar made of Sapele. If you’ve read some of our other articles on tonewood, you know we think Sapele is a great wood for acoustic guitars. In this article we discuss …
When we think of an Ebony fingerboard, we usually think of a smooth, jet black guitar fretboard. But today’s Ebony guitar fretboard is showing more and more visual variation, so much so that it has a host of new names: In this article, we’ll discuss the current state of Ebony wood used for guitar fretboards, …
The new 700 Series from Taylor is evidence of Taylor’s ongoing commitment to sustainable woods. Taylor has always been a forward-looking company, and in recent years, has invested in finding sustainable sources of existing tonewood, as well as to identify new types of wood that can be used for guitars. The new Taylor 724ce, part …
If you know Martin guitars, you know the famous Martin 00-18 model. Known for its warm, balanced tone and comfortable size, the 00-18 is a versatile instrument that can be used for a variety of playing styles and genres. Over the years, the 00 18 has been played by countless artists, including Elvis Presley, Doc …
The PRS SE A50E is an acoustic-electric guitar from PRS. It is part of the PRS Angelus series, which is known for quality craftsmanship at very reasonable prices. Although PRS is famous for their electric guitars, it’s clear that they put a lot of thought into the Angelus series. We feel that it can be …
