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How Martin Transformed the Acoustic Guitar with its Radical New SC-13E

How Martin Transformed the Acoustic Guitar with its Radical New SC-13E

By Jimmy Leslie

Designer Tim Teel reveals the thinking behind the most talked about acoustic of the year, Martin's bold and stunning SC-13E.

Why It's an Exciting Time to be an Acoustic Guitarist

Why It's an Exciting Time to Be an Acoustic Guitarist

By Jimmy Leslie

With formidably talented players taking the instrument to new heights and innovative acoustic-electric builds, are we living in the new golden age of acoustic guitar?

Break Out of Your Acoustic Box by Taking a Fresh Approach to Your Guitar Playing

Break Out of Your Acoustic Box by Taking a Fresh Approach to Your Guitar Playing

By Jimmy Leslie

Got the lockdown blues? Try these four ways to free your muse on the acoustic.

Christie Lenée Talks Gear, Performance, and Her Phenomenal Percussive Fingerstyle Technique

Christie Lenée Talks Gear, Performance and Her Phenomenal Percussive Fingerstyle Technique

By Jimmy Leslie

2019's Acoustic Guitarist of the Year, Lenée is taking the instrument forward with each passing release.

Eric Johnson on how the acoustic guitar has changed him as a player

Eric Johnson on His Acoustic Evolution, the Essence of Songwriting and Recreating His Legendary Virginia Strat

By Jimmy Leslie

On EJ Vol. II, Johnson doubles down on his acoustic playing while taking the electric guitar into bold, new territory. Can he have it both ways?

Taylor Builder’s Edition K24ce

Taylor Builder's Edition K24ce Review

By Jimmy Leslie

A luxurious all-koa entry in Taylor's top-drawer V-Class acoustic line-up.

How to Explore the Glory of Acoustic Resonance and Sympathetic Strings

By Jimmy Leslie

Investigate how you can sometimes get an extra bit of reverberation or the hint of a surprise harmonic from your acoustic.

Fender Smolder Acoustic Overdrive Review

By Jimmy Leslie

Has Fender engineered the acoustic overdrive solution we've been waiting for?

Transform Your Playing with Partial Capos

By Jimmy Leslie

Learn some tips and tricks to help you get the most from these devices and use them both creatively and effectively.