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"It’s easy to see why the C40 has spanned generations of learners. It’s durable, affordable, easy to play, and stays in tune": Yamaha C40II review
By Ross Holder published
In a seriously crowded market, does the C40II stand out as the top choice for beginners? Here’s our verdict

Best acoustic guitars under $/£1,000 2025: 8 of the best options for beginners and experts
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
Your guide to the best mid-priced acoustic guitars for under a grand

Does your acoustic guitar never sound properly in tune? This may solve it once and for all
By Rob Laing published
Intonation is about trusting a process on elimination with the factors that can affect the pitch of your instrument

Best classical guitars 2025: Our pick of top nylon-string, flamenco and hybrid acoustics
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
Your guide to the finest classical, flamenco, and hybrid guitars from big names including Yamaha, Cordoba, Godin, Taylor, and more

"Perhaps the most pleasant surprise about this fashion-forward acoustic guitar is the tone": Yamaha Storia I review
By Ross Holder published
Is Yamaha’s ultimate living room guitar more style than function? We put the Storia I through its paces

"This acoustic is really making a show of its spec next to the $5,000 Gibson equivalent": Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45
By Rob Laing published
A sweet spot between Gibson spec and Epiphone accessibility?

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

Yamaha reveals its new flagship acoustic guitar with the FS9
By Rob Laing published
"Clear top end and strong projection" – and a neck joint that combines glued and bolt-on construction for increased body vibration

Lowden celebrates five decades of acoustic guitar excellence with stunning 50th Anniversary models
By Jonathan Horsley published
The 50th Anniversary Master Series, 50, 35, and Original Series models are very special acoustics, limited to 150 units in total, and are available now exclusively via Lowden dealers
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