Jim Chapman

This new model with mic-imaging technology sets a challenge for competitiors

Yamaha's mid-priced CPX700II looks set to be a popular new arrival

Yamaha's new electro-acoustic offers plenty of value for money

Fishman downsizes the Loudbox into a portable sized acoustic combo

Vox's acoustic amp debut is a versatile solid state/valve hybrid

A 12-string with a less-than-jumbo pricetag

Guild plays the value card and comes up trumps

An impressive stripped-down dreadnought

Looks and performance needn't cost a packet

High-class features at a reasonable price

Crafter edges further into pro territory with this luxury-spec guitar

Familiar body styling from Yamaha, but a new approach to player comfort and expectations

Is Yamaha's new dreadnought electro an A* performer, or a case of 'could try harder'? We find out…

Canada's leading quality acoustic maker seriously ups the entry-level value quotient with a resurrected series that may or may not be temporary

A big-hearted guitar with a potentially divisive tone

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

A gorgeous all-mahogany dreadnought

A new Guild jumbo that should age like a fine wine

A cutaway electro from Guild

Larrivée continues its attack on the entry-level pro market with a fine, affordable 12-fret picker

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…

Not primarily associated with compact designs, Takamine has added this rather smart-looking parlour-style electro to its roster

Does this folk guitar sound as good as it looks?

A lovely-looking folk with some impressive tones

A quality, versatile electro-acoustic investment