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Greg Lester on how he crafted the classic nylon-string guitar solo in the Spice Girls’ 2 Become 1
By Ben Rogerson published
“It was actually very well conceived but it didn't sound guitaristic at all,” he says of the original demo

Harley Benton unveils Custom Line jumbo 12-string with a $350 price tag that’s for the Byrds
By Jonathan Horsley published
Harley Benton serves up all that shimmery Roger McGuinn jangle for the player on a budget, and the King-12 CE NT sure looks the part

Cesar Gueikian on building the SG Kirk Hammett played to honour Black Sabbath and how his designs might shape future Gibson releases
By Jonathan Horsley published
The Gibson CEO on his guitar-making journey, from early missteps to making the SG Hammett rocked at Back To The Beginning, and the Ghost Burst finish that's coming soon to the Gibson lineup

“If my first acoustic guitar were as easy to play as this, I’d have been insanely happy”: Fender California Standard Redondo review
By Phil Weller published
Fender’s California range makes its acoustic craftsmanship more affordable, while doubling down on brand identity

Taylor teams up with Jacob Collier for signature acoustics that declare standard tuning DAEAD – and they’re accessibly priced
By Jonathan Horsley published
Taylor expands its Jacob Collier signature collection with the Academy 22e and GS Mini, and they're impressively spec'd and offer something completely different for adventurous players

Best cheap acoustic guitars 2025: Top picks for strummers on a budget
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
Your guide to the best cheap acoustic and electro-acoustic guitars out there, with amazing value options from Martin, Taylor, Fender, and more

“If you're looking for a do-it-all acoustic guitar for well under $500, then there really aren't many better options”: Harley Benton CLG-650SM-CE review
By Richard Blenkinsop published
High-gloss finish, superb playability, on-board pickup system and all-solid wood… at $339?

Best acoustic guitars 2025: Super steel string acoustics for all players and budgets
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Our pick of the very best flat tops from Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender and loads more

Jason Isbell shares unorthodox tone tip for new acoustics as he reveals not one but two signature Martins – and a set of strings
By Jonathan Horsley published
The Jason Isbell 0-17 is a stunning replica of his 1940 model he used on Foxes In The Snow, and if that holy grail limited edition model is too pricey, his 0-10E Retro might be just the thing

Enter, the Raven: Kirk Hammett’s Custom Shop Gibson acoustic dresses up the Hummingbird for Halloween
By Jonathan Horsley published
This collector's item is limited to 100 units worldwide, has a soundhole label signed by Metallica guitarist, and has aesthetic updates that just the thing for the horror superfan
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