Acoustic Guitars

Epiphone revamps core lineup with the Inspired By Gibson series

By Jonathan Horsley Published 27 January 26

NAMM 2026: Laurel is out, rosewood is in for all but entry-level models, as upgrades come across the board

“This has been a difficult decision for us”: Harley Benton is closing its US store on Reverb

By Jonathan Horsley Published 27 January 26

Players in the US have until 31 January to place their orders before the doors shut at the German brand's US warehouse. Harley Benton says it is “no longer feasible” to operate in the US

“Engineered for modern electric players seeking authentic nylon tine without the traditional limitations of classical instruments”: Abasi’s nylon 7-string opens for pre-orders

By Dan Mold Published 23 January 26

NAMM 2026: The long-awaited Abasi Córdoba Stage 7 nylon string guitar makes its debut in California

“For those seeking acoustic power, projection and an enormous amount of volume": Faith unleashes a slew of updates and new models at NAMM

By Dan Mold Published 22 January 26

NAMM 2026: Faith Guitars reveals its new Nexus Venus and Neptune electro-acoustics – and they look out of this world!

Joe Bonamassa gives his blessing as Norman Harris sells Norman’s Rare Guitars and says the future of his iconic LA store has been secured

By Jonathan Horsley Published 15 January 26

TNAG Global, which owns Carter Vintage Guitars, is the buyer, and under CEO Ben Montague, it promises to preserve the soul and grow the business of one of the world's most-loved guitar stores

Has Martin redefined the workhorse acoustic? Legendary brand announces blockbuster refresh of its Road Series

By Jonathan Horsley Published 14 January 26

NAMM 2026: The Road Series might be Martin’s mid-priced lineup but these upscale Retro Plus models with their torrefied spruce tops are too fancy to be anyone’s “workhorse”

Taylor refreshes flagship acoustic with a trio of game-changing features – meet the Next Generation Grand Auditorium

By Jonathan Horsley Published 13 January 26

NAMM 2026: Taylor’s Next Generation Grand Auditorium cutaways are updated with scalloped V-Class bracing, Action Control Necks and the all-new Claria pickup and preamp system

Paul McCartney's favourite bass company is in trouble – Höfner's future uncertain as it files provisional insolvency proceedings

By Jonathan Horsley Published 18 December 25

The German brand behind McCartney's iconic 500/1 Violin Bass has been in existence since its founding by Karl Höfner in 1887