Jim Chapman
Latest articles by Jim Chapman

Takamine EF340SCO
By Jim Chapman last updated
Discover a new limited-edition dreadnought from Japan's electro-master.

Takamine EF444S-TBS
By Jim Chapman last updated
Discover a tasty mini-jumbo from Japan's electro-master.

Hudson HDM-2P Vincent Fat Neck
By Jim Chapman last updated
A dreadnought that offers mixed tonal results

Recording King ROS-626
By Jim Chapman last updated
A Martin-inspired instrument on a budget

Vintage V1800N
By Jim Chapman last updated
Can't afford a pre-war original? Try this for size

Breedlove 000R
By Jim Chapman last updated
Going retro? Seems like everyone's at it in the acoustic world these days, and Breedlove is no exception…

Avalon XL340A Americana Super Jumbo
By Jim Chapman last updated
Avalon takes up the vintage baton with a sunburst instrument paying homage to US acoustics of yesteryear.

Avalon D300A Americana Dreadnought
By Jim Chapman last updated
Avalon takes up the vintage baton with a sunburst model paying homage to US acoustics of yesteryear.

Avalon S320A Concert
By Jim Chapman last updated
Avalon takes up the vintage baton with a sunburst guitar paying homage to US acoustics of yesteryear.

Hudson HDST-CAFB Firefly
By Jim Chapman last updated
Reflecting an emerging trend for shops to develop their own brands, Hudson is owned by Welsh retailer Cranes, which distributes the line to other dealers as well as selling it through its own stores.

Hudson HO-1W Little Wing
By Jim Chapman last updated
Hudson is owned by Welsh retailer Cranes, which distributes the line to other dealers as well as selling it through its own stores.

Baden A-Style Rosewood Ellipse Aura
By Jim Chapman last updated
A new name, and a new take on acoustic styling from a man once associated with one of the biggest success stories in acoustic guitar history.

Baden D-Style Mahogany
By Jim Chapman last updated
A new name, and a new take on acoustic styling from a man once associated with one of the biggest success stories in acoustic guitar history.

Yamaha APX50011
By Jim Chapman last updated
Yamaha's new electro-acoustic offers plenty of value for money

Vox AGA150
By Jim Chapman last updated
Vox's acoustic amp debut is a versatile solid state/valve hybrid

Guild F-212XL Std
By Jim Chapman last updated
A 12-string with a less-than-jumbo pricetag

Crafter GLXE-6000/RSB
By Jim Chapman last updated
Crafter edges further into pro territory with this luxury-spec guitar

Larrivee L-02
By Jim Chapman last updated
Canada's leading quality acoustic maker seriously ups the entry-level value quotient with a resurrected series that may or may not be temporary

Walden D2040
By Jim Chapman last updated
A big-hearted guitar with a potentially divisive tone

Walden CG4041-CERT
By Jim Chapman last updated
Walden is a burgeoning brand that places a high priority on sustainably sourced timbers

Guild F-150R
By Jim Chapman last updated
A new Guild jumbo that should age like a fine wine

Larrivee 000-3R Ltd
By Jim Chapman last updated
Larrivée continues its attack on the entry-level pro market with a fine, affordable 12-fret picker
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