Acoustic Guitar Types

Learn about the multitude of types and styles of acoustic guitars that are available today, and which one might suit you.

1 and-3/4" nut width

Acoustic Guitar Types

Acoustic guitars with 1 3/4“ nut width

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Why a 1 3/4″ nut? While there is no true industry standard here, every manufacturer likes to use their own....

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Gibson Hummingbird 24.75" Scale Length

Acoustic Guitar Types

Acoustic Guitars With 24.75″ Scale Length

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Guitar scale lengths are somewhat of a misunderstood dark art of the acoustic guitar world. The exact benefits they offer,....

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Man Playing Small Guitar

Acoustic Guitar Types

Are Small Guitars Easier to Play?

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Far more than merely cosmetic, the shape and size has an influence on the dynamic range, volume, and projection of....

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Performer with Acoustic Electric Guitar

Acoustic Guitar Types

What is an Acoustic-Electric Guitar?

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An acoustic-electric guitar is an acoustic guitar with a pickup system and preamp. This allows the guitar to be amplified,....

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John Mayer

Acoustic Guitar Types

What Makes the Best Acoustic Guitar for Singers

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What makes the best acoustic guitars for singers? Click here to learn how tonewoods, body style, and size are all considerations for vocalists.

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Acoustic Guitars That Play Like Electric Guitars

Acoustic Guitar Types

Acoustic Guitars that Play like Electrics

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A closer look at acoustic guitars that play like electrics, and some additional pointers on how you can make your existing acoustic guitar play more like an electric, if that’s your thing.

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Child with 3/4 size guitar

Acoustic Guitar Types

How to Pick The Right Size Guitar For Your Child

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Want to give your kids the best introduction to guitar possible? Getting them started on the right foot starts with the right size guitar. Learn how to pick the right size guitar for your child with our in-depth guide.

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Steel Resonator Guitar

Acoustic Guitar Types

How A Resonator Guitar Works

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A distinctive instrument in its own right, the resonator guitar (also commonly referred to as the ‘dobro’ or ‘steel guitar’) is synonymous with delta blues, traditional blues, bluegrass guitar, and even jazz and country. Click here to learn more about them.

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Classical Guitar Neck

Acoustic Guitar Types

Why Classical Guitars Don’t Have Truss Rods

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Why don't classical guitars have truss rods? The answer is fairly simple, but it's changing, perhaps for the better? Click here for more.

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Acoustic Guitar Body Styles and Sizes

Acoustic Guitar Types

9 Most Common Acoustic Guitar Body Styles & Dimensions

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The most common acoustic guitar body styles are the dreadnought, jumbo, orchestra, concert, parlour, classical and flamenco, along with travel guitars and 1/2 and 3/4 models. Click here to learn more about how the shape and dimensions of the guitar affect tone and playability.

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