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The Atkin AA AM Special's narrow pearl soundhole ring tops off a subtle aesthetic approach.

Atkin AA AM Special review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £1899

Alister Atkin is adding models to his acoustic range all the time, and among them are these new fetching all-mahogany jobs. We dip in…

The EG630S-VV's solid spruce top sports an attractive amber finish.

Takamine EG630S-VV review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £466
Remarkably, the Cuban was a bank cashier's desk in a former life…

Patrick James Eggle Parlour Cuban review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £2995
The Woodland Pro's A3T preamp is a top performer, with flexible EQ and fine sound quality.

Simon & Patrick Woodland Pro Spruce SG A3T review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £870
  • $912
The TW15H-E's only real drawback is its lack of a case or bag.

Tanglewood TW15H-E review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £859
The D-125-12's neck is configured to be as player-friendly as possible.

Guild D-125-12 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £634
The F-150R is inspired by the US-made Traditional Series F-50R.

Guild F-150R review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £1054
  • $1419.99
The F-130 delivers clear, precise acoustic performance.

Guild F-130CE review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £850
  • $1129.99
The 000-3R Ltd's top is a quality chunk of sitka spruce.

Larrivee 000-3R Ltd review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £1299
The AC3R's unusual pickguard is borrowed from Yamaha's 1970s N1000 model.

Yamaha AC3R review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £889
The A1M's body is mahogany-bound, with an ebony bridge.

Yamaha A1M review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £599
  • $950
The Larrivee L-02 retails at £799.

Larrivee L-02 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £799
For a light dreadnought, the D2040 has a surprisingly large voice.

Walden D2040 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £466
  • $739.95

A big-hearted guitar with a potentially divisive tone

We're a fan of the all-mahogany gloss look.

Walden CG4041-CERT review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £864
  • $1699

Walden is a burgeoning brand that places a high priority on sustainably sourced timbers

The TAN76's high's sound a little wispy, but are still pleasant.

Takamine TAN76 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £1282
  • $2329
The TW70HSR-B is a serious looker.

Tanglewood TW70HSR-B review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £1090
The Breedlove is an elegant-looking guitar.

Breedlove Atlas Retro OM/ERe review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £1025
  • $1269
The Seagull boasts mahogany back and sides, with a solid spruce top.

Seagull Maritime SWS Folk HG QI review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £920
  • $1019
Mahogany with abalone rosette inlays lends a touch of bling to the APX1000.

Yamaha APX1000 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £778
The CPX700II is a good general-purpose choice.

Yamaha CPX700II review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £515
  • $880
The APX comes in a wider range of colours.

Yamaha APX50011 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £320
  • $463
The BG-140's sunburst top lends a suitably vintage feel.

Blueridge BG-140 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £699
The flamed maple body looks fantastic.

Hudson HDM-2P Vincent Fat Neck review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £599
  • $699
The ROS-626 offers an appealing sound for fingerstyle players.

Recording King ROS-626 review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £640
  • $1333.99
Despite its small size, the V1800N offers a wealth of versatility.

Vintage V1800N review

By Jim Chapman published

  • £579

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