Acoustic Guitar Gear

Check out our guides for what to look for when buying an acoustic guitar, learn about the different types of acoustic guitars, famous acoustic guitar brands and the accessories you may (or may not) need for your acoustic guitar.

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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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Italian Acoustic Guitar Brands

Acoustic Guitar Brands

Italian Acoustic Guitar Brands

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Over the last few decades, we’ve seen many of the big guitar brands shift manufacturing overseas in order to produce....

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Korean Acoustic Guitar Brands

Acoustic Guitar Brands

7 Korean Acoustic Guitar Brands

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Korea is a world leader in guitar manufacturing, with huge production plants that make instruments on behalf of brands such....

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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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The Brightest Guitar Strings

Acoustic Guitar Accessories

The Brightest Guitar Strings for Acoustic Guitar

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In the following article, we’re going to discuss the characteristics of what makes a bright-sounding guitar string, taking into account....

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DI Box

Acoustic Guitar Accessories

What Does a DI Box Do & Why You Might Need One

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Today we’re going to be taking a closer look at DI (direct injection) boxes and the benefits they offer. But,....

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Stop Guitar Pick from Slipping

Acoustic Guitar Accessories

How to Prevent Your Guitar Pick Slipping

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Do you find your guitar pick is rotating between your fingers as you’re trying to play? Or perhaps, even when....

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Acoustic Guitar Brands

Acoustic Guitar Brands

21 Iconic Acoustic Guitar Brands You Should Know

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Whether you’re a brand new player looking for your first acoustic guitar, or a seasoned professional. Taking some time to....

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Man Contemplating New Guitar Purchase

Buying an Acoustic Guitar

Buying New or Secondhand Acoustic Guitar For Beginners

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As a beginner faced with the prospect of purchasing a new guitar, there can understandably be some apprehension involved. After....

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Fender Acoustic Guitar Headstock

Acoustic Guitar Brands

The History of Fender Acoustic Guitars

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Along with Gibson, Fender is the most well-known and successful guitar manufacturer in the world today. And while much is....

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Man Inspecting a Secondhand Acoustic Guitar

Buying an Acoustic Guitar

How To Inspect a Secondhand Acoustic Guitar Before Buying

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Buying your first secondhand acoustic guitar? How do you know you’re not buying a lemon? In the following article, I’m....

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Acoustic Guitar with British Flag

Acoustic Guitar Brands

6 Of The Best British Acoustic Guitar Brands

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While Britain is well regarded in the world of amplification (Marshall, Vox, Blackstar, and Orange) the acoustic guitar industry is....

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Japanese Acoustic Guitar Brands

Acoustic Guitar Brands

8 Great Japanese Acoustic Guitar Brands

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When we think of acoustic guitars, we often underappreciate how prevalent and innovative Japanese manufacturers have been throughout the history....

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Canadian Acoustic Guitar Brands

Acoustic Guitar Brands

10 Of the Best Canadian Acoustic Guitar Brands

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There’s little doubt the most iconic acoustic guitar brands in the world are to be found in the United States.....

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Australian Guitar Brands

Acoustic Guitar Brands

6 Great Australian Acoustic Guitar Brands

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Today we’re taking a look at 5 Australian Acoustic Guitar Brands. While there are many companies selling guitars within Australia,....

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The Best Time to Buy a Guitar - Featured Image

Buying an Acoustic Guitar

The Best Time to Buy a Guitar [New and Secondhand]

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The best time to buy a guitar is Black Friday through to late January. This is the busiest time of....

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9 Underrated Acoustic Guitar Brands

Acoustic Guitar Brands

9 Underrated Acoustic Guitar Brands

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In the market for a new acoustic guitar but looking for something more affordable than the big three of Martin,....

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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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Buying an acoustic guitar online

Buying an Acoustic Guitar

Buying An Acoustic Guitar Online [Complete Guide]

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In the following article, I’m going to share some useful tips I’ve used over the years for buying acoustic guitars....

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