By Greg Cahill In this Winter NAMM 2017 video interview, Jerry Lawlor of C.F. Martin & Co. talks about the proprietary process the company used in development of its new Titanium Core, nickel-wrapped acoustic-guitar strings, the latest addition to Martin’s…
At Winter NAMM 2017, Deering Banjo Co. released its new Goodtime Six 6-String Banjo. This American made six string features an 11-inch, 3-ply violin grade maple rim with a frosted top head for a traditional banjo snap. It’s tuned and played…
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At Winter NAMM 2017, RainSong, renowned for its unique graphite guitars, introduced its Concert Hybrid series, consisting of three body sizes: Parlor (PA), WS (standard), and OM. All three have unidirectional carbon-fiber tops and hybrid carbon-fiber and glass-fiber back and…
At Winter NAMM 2017, D’Addario released its new Cinch Fit Acoustic Jack Lock, which loops through the end of any instrument strap. Its cinch-clamping action allows easy application and removal, utilizing the weight of the instrument to remain locked onto the endpin…
At Winter NAMM 2017, Saga Musical Instruments debuted a new dreadnought from Blueridge Guitars, the BR-280A. Watch Ron Artis II introduce the guitar and perform his song “Today’s Days.” The BR-280A has an Adirondack spruce top, Indian rosewood back and sides, and a mahogany neck. Click…
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The electronic accessories whizzes at IK Multimedia released the latest in its iRig series of solutions for acoustic artists hitting the stage or studio. Watch as Starr Ackerman explains how the iRig Acoustic Stage (MSRP $99.99) combines an advanced MEMS microphone, high-quality preamp, and…
Blackbird‘s small body ‘O’ size Savoy is no ordinary acoustic guitar. It’s made from a mixture of linen and a “bio-based resin,” called Ekoa, and fits in a 3/4 scale case and has a “dual” cutaway, which allows for easy access…
Michael Kelly Guitars is producing some of the best budget-priced acoustic guitars on the market. The MK 3D Grand Auditorium is no exception. It features a torrefied solid-spruce top, Java ebony/mahogany blended back and sides, arched 3D back (to help…
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New this year, Fender Guitars has introduced a diverse line of acoustic-guitar amplifers that include the Acoustic 100 ($399). The new Acoustic 100 amplifier is a portable system for solo performances with two channels designed for instrument or microphone use,…
At Winter NAMM 2017, Dean Guitars showed us a couple of their new acoustic models: the St. Augustine spruce top, which is a nice guitar for beginners, and a model based on the custom instrument designed for Craig Wayne Boyd, winner of…
