Gear – Page 3 – Acoustic Guitar

Ask the Expert: When Is it Time for a Re-Fret? And What Is “Back Buzz?”

From the July 2017 issue of Acoustic Guitar | BY MAMIE MINCH Q: My question is about the frets on a vintage Gibson that is new to me. It’s a 1960s B-25 (solid s... Read More...

Gear Review: Sunnaudio MS-2 Stereo Preamp Offers Versatility and Beautiful Sounds for Acoustic Guitarists

By Mark GoldenbergThe Sunnaudio Custom Shop MS-2 stereo preamp (from $775.00) is an all-analog, two-channel unit designed for use on stage or in the studio... Read More...

Ask the Expert: How to Cure Your Guitar’s Wintertime Humidity Blues

From the January 2017 issue of Acoustic Guitar | BY MAMIE MINCHQ: What is the ideal humidity level for a guitar? Do all woods require the same level of humi... Read More...

Guitar Wall Mounts, Floor Stands, & More—How to Keep Your Instrument Safe at Home

BY ADAM PERLMUTTER Several years ago, Carolyn Sills of the Santa Cruz Guitar Company got a phone call from a guitar owner in great distress. A pair of antlers h... Read More...

Guitar Review: Breedlove’s Organic Signature Concert Copper CE Is an Entry-Level Acoustic-Electric Made from Sustainable, All-Solid Woods

From the November/December 2020 issue of Acoustic Guitar | By Jamie StillwayWith the introduction of the Organic Collection, Breed... Read More...

Acoustic Guitar Review: Gretsch G9520E Gin Rickey Is a Secret Tone Weapon

By Nick Millevoi Parlor guitars are fun to play. Their small size makes them comfortable to hold and e... Read More...

Ask the Expert: Why Isn’t My Acoustic Guitar Intonating Well, and What Can I Do About It?

From the October 2018 issue of Acoustic Guitar | BY MAMIE MINCHPeople often bring an acoustic guitar into the shop complaining of poor intonation. Maybe it p... Read More...

Ask the Expert: Sound Advice for Making a Living in Lutherie

From the November/December 2020 issue of Acoustic Guitar | By Martin KeithQ: I’m going into my senior year of high school next fal... Read More...

Acoustic Guitar Maintenance 101: 4 Tips to Keep Your Instrument Playing, Sounding, and Looking Great

If your guitar could use a tune-up, there are several things you can do at home to get it playing, sounding, and looking its best. Here we give primers on acou... Read More...