Steve Harvey
Steve Harvey is senior content producer for Pro Sound News and also contributes to other Future brands. He has worked in the pro audio industry — as a touring musician as well as in live production, installed sound, and equipment sales and marketing — since November 1980.
Latest articles by Steve Harvey
![The guitar is made in Martin's Nazareth-based custom shop.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/56a5525982ab8199d1006c2179f4ad12-320-80.jpg)
Martin Westside Custom Edition Style X
By Steve Harvey last updated
Evolution of an existing product or an unnecessary rehash?
![This guitar may use cheaper woods, but its construction is impressive.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/847170d1924cf238ca2902fdae359e33-320-80.jpg)
Martin GPCPA4
By Steve Harvey last updated
A beefy grand performance electro-acoustic
![This has a bright tone with a strong bass.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f45ee9670b9f02f63e697c8e6d6baaf1-320-80.jpg)
Martin DCPA4
By Steve Harvey last updated
Martin kicks up an acoustic storm with this addition to the Performing Artist series
![The A300E's cutaway provides easy access to the dusty end of the fretboard.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/530cb39bdee278b8472e4df1217d0716-320-80.jpg)
Ibanez A300E-VV
By Steve Harvey last updated
Ibanez shows it's not just about signature electrics with this eye-catching electro-acoustic
![A great all-round guitar at a good price point.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a37cdef745887d0c851ebf1e6b57f914-320-80.jpg)
Martin DRS1
By Steve Harvey, Guitarist last updated
An ideal dreadnought for those on a budget. Don't be put off by the laminate neck, this is an awful lot of Martin for your money
![Bearing in mind its size, this guitar packs a mighty punch.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/67d3d8b1a2faf0c09b0bfd4d0c6fbd73-320-80.jpg)
Farida A-62 CENA
By Steve Harvey last updated
Does this mid-priced electro have enough to set itself apart?
![The mahogany is bright without being garish.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/99c7b8af2fac4b6be3c1138ce1e9199c-320-80.jpg)
Martin GPCPA Mahogany
By Steve Harvey last updated
The third generation of the Performing Artist Series electros
![The guitar exudes a vintage, pre-war feel.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a0e95e28b268fc1eadb931d629f00841-320-80.jpg)
Larson Bros Maurer STyle 1-ES
By Steve Harvey last updated
Can this new acoustic live up to its heritage?
![Quality hasn't suffered as a result of the cheaper price point.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6c4f658e3eb38be7d50bbc03feb439de-320-80.jpg)
Martin GPCPA3
By Steve Harvey last updated
A more affordable version of the first-gen guitars - but is it as good?
![The volume and sustain are as good as we've found on any dreadnought.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/78b0baf105b6dbf15da43a2b9474325c-320-80.jpg)
Larson Bros Stetson Style 2
By Steve Harvey last updated
A new acoustic welcomes the historic brand into 2011
![This Martin may use less traditional materials, but its workmanship remains exceptional.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5351b8675509e836c8a1dd281682a60d-320-80.jpg)
Martin Performing Artist Series OMCPA4
By Steve Harvey last updated
Excellent tone combines sweetness with punch like a perfect Martin/Taylor hybrid
![Plugged in, the EF300W truly excels.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/be989fa3ddf1fc2ff841079a87939afb-320-80.jpg)
Takamine EF300W
By Steve Harvey last updated
A more affordable, less-is-more version to tempt you
![The HDR-3CE Vincent is finished to a high quality.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6055770cd2e3bdb0f33a98b6a9a36a95-320-80.jpg)
Hudson HDR-3CE Vincent
By Steve Harvey last updated
This electro-acoustic aims to blend a golden era of guitar-making style with modern features
![The Washburn WCD18CE is an electro-acoustic targeted at the cost-conscious.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e518f1331b20856ecd15dd0d354d5b9c-320-80.jpg)
Washburn WCD18CE
By Steve Harvey last updated
Washburn launches a series of acoustics designed to bring a little comfort…
!["Trying to recreate the magic of that old '60s guitar [1963 J-45] was the starting point for creating this signature J-45" - Brad Paisley](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4accda0529ff4e339a2e5154699ea20d-320-80.jpg)
Gibson Brad Paisley J-45
By Steve Harvey last updated
America's brightest country star teams up with Gibson to create an electro-acoustic classic
![A unique looking signature acoustic for under £500.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6769ecb92938834be353761b702e4aa4-320-80.jpg)
Vintage VE2000GG Gordon Giltrap Signature Model
By Steve Harvey last updated
An affordable signature model in honour of an acoustic troubadour
![The essence of a vintage acoustic captured in a modern guitar.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dcb362f71068386d33bcf5ea1cf6258a-320-80.jpg)
Epiphone DR-500MCE VS Masterbilt
By Steve Harvey last updated
Epiphone tips its hat to Yesterday while looking to the future
![A classic shaped guitar that feels like an old friend.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e691d7f477b14aafcc343a80aa3a11c7-320-80.jpg)
Epiphone Inspired By 1964 Texan
By Steve Harvey last updated
Epiphone tips its hat to the guitar that wrote Yesterday
![The vintage looks are a departure from previous LTDs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d3ac7797e7d49c1a578e59ca9a87ec24-320-80.jpg)
Takamine LTD 2009
By Guitarist, Steve Harvey last updated
Vintage looks and sophisticated electronics
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