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A photo of a Martin Terz 5-28
“I found crazy chords I’d never played before.” We review the Martin Terz 5-28 acoustic

By Jimmy Leslie Published

Dolly Parton made the tiny terz guitar famous, and Martin’s 5-28 brings the short-scale classic back with a bright, chiming voice and surprisingly versatile playability

Acoustic Guitars
A photo of the Silvertone 1446 VBK (for Bigsby Vibrato)
We review the Silvertone 1446 semihollow and find a mid-priced steal that’s more than a handsome rocker

By Shawn Hammond Published

With a set neck, center block and Wilkinson-designed mini-humbuckers, RBI Music’s $999 reissue puts a decidedly muscular spin on the vintage Silvertone design

Electric Guitars
A photo of the Taylor Ben Harper Gold Label 512e Special Edition grand concert acoustic
We review the Taylor Ben Harper Gold Label 512e Special Edition grand concert

By Jimmy Leslie Published

With its short scale, compact body and warm, articulate voice, Taylor’s Ben Harper signature is an acoustic that rewards everything from delicate fingerpicking to bluesy bends

Acoustic Guitars
A photo showing a detail of the Taylor Next Generation 514ce Builder’s Edition in Kona Burst
We review Taylor’s Next Generation 514ce Builder’s Edition

By Jimmy Leslie Published

Taylor’s iconic 514ce gets a modern makeover, combining classic warmth and character with Next Generation innovations designed for exceptional playability, tone and stage performance

Acoustic Guitars
A detail of the Fender Vintera III Mid 60s Jazzmaster
We review the Fender Vintera III Mid ’60s Jazzmaster

By Art Thompson Published

Faithful vintage styling, superb playability and versatile electronics make the Vintera III Mid '60s Jazzmaster Fender's most convincing reissue yet

Electric Guitars
A photo of Molly Tuttle with the Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle
We review the Martin D-18 and D-X2E Molly Tuttle acoustics

By Jimmy Leslie Published

Built for Tuttle’s precision flatpicking and clawhammer techniques, these two dreadnoughts are aimed at very different budgets

Acoustic Guitars
A photo of the Breedlove Roots Concert SRe acoustic
“The best guitar Breedlove has sent my way in more than a decade.” We review the Breedlove Roots Concert SRe acoustic-electric

By Jimmy Leslie Published

Built in Bend, Oregon, the new Roots Concert SRe combines articulate rosewood tone, comfortable modern playability and stage-ready L.R. Baggs electronics

Acoustic Guitars
A photo showing the body of the Gretsch Streamliner Hollow Body in Fairlane Blue finish
“An inspiring guitar to handle just about any style.” We review the Gretsch Streamliner Hollow Body electric

By Art Thompson Published

With eye-catching style, lively acoustic resonance and versatile BT3S pickups, Gretsch’s Streamliner Hollow Body delivers classic tones and impressive performance for the price.

Electric Guitars
A photo of the Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet
“Something for Gretsch-ogling rockers — as well as budget-conscious players.” We review the Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet

By Dave Hunter Published

A reimagined Duo Jet for the modern era, it pairs chambered construction and new humbuckers with classic Gretsch snap, jangle, and attitude.

Electric Guitars
A photo of a woman playing a Venus Revolution guitar in white with a red pickguard
“Purpose-built from the ground up for female players.” We review the Venus Revolution and Revolution Elite Dark Roast electric guitars

By Ali Handal Published

What Venus gets right is that the concept isn't cosmetic — it's physical

Guitars
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