acoustic guitar Martin's new O’ahu HG-28 is a game-changing hybrid that pays tribute to the steel-string's Hawaiian heritage Described as a smaller 14-fret Dreadnought with the depth of a 000, it’s fitted with premium appointments to make it more than just a tribute to the past Martin teams up with feel-good apparel firm Life is Good for an acoustic that promotes optimism through music The 23" scale LX1 Life is Good acoustic encourages players to focus on the good things in life Yamaha launches two FS9 acoustics – which are inspired by a Japanese woodworking technique With inlays inspired by the Japanese practice of Kumiki, the no-expenses-spared FS9 R and FS9 M look to cater specifically to the art of finger-picking guitar Latest acoustic guitar Stageworthy Strategies, Part 5: Understanding Acoustic Amps By Jimmy Leslie published 7 December 21 The right acoustic amp is your best gig buddy – so find your niche, dial in your tone and rock the planet! If You Think the Vast Majority of Rock Riffs Are In Minor Keys Then Think Again! By Tom Kolb published 3 November 21 This lesson on how to craft cool riffs in the style of legendary players using the Ionian and Lydian modes will have you covered. “My Sensei Is Also a Student of Guitar”: Lawson Rollins on the Connection Between Martial Arts and Guitar Playing By Jimmy Leslie published 20 October 21 The picado ninja talks flexibility, strength, and technique. Acoustic Recording Made Easy: How to Choose and Set Up Your Studio Guitar By Jimmy Leslie published 14 October 21 Preparing your instrument for the studio environment. Acoustic Recording Made Easy: Studio Supplements By Jimmy Leslie published 13 October 21 Handy accessories that can make your acoustic recording experience more ergonomic and enjoyable. Acoustic Recording Made Easy: Getting Set Up to Record By Jimmy Leslie published 12 October 21 Get a strong acoustic recording game going in your home studio. Tommy Emmanuel’s Top Three Tips for Recording Melodic Acoustic Instrumentals By Rod Brakes, Jimmy Leslie published 8 October 21 The Aussie guitar master shares his favorite studio tricks. The Highs and Lows of Acoustic Guitar Equalization: How Luthiers Control Treble and Bass in the Build By Jimmy Leslie published 7 October 21 Santa Cruz Guitars founder Richard Hoover reveals the tricks of the trade. Watch Keith Richards and Mick Jagger Writing “Sympathy for the Devil” Using Their Trusty Gibson Hummingbirds By Rod Brakes published 30 September 21 Video These classic ‘60s flat-tops remain one of the best songwriter’s guitars available. Video Is Paul Simon One of the Most Underrated Guitar Players Ever? By Rod Brakes published 29 September 21 Video Watch this live TV performance of Davey Graham’s “Anji” and decide for yourself. Video 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Archives Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Jimmy Page reflects on the Yardbirds and his short-lived two-guitar tandem with Jeff Beck 2Mark Tremonti reveals how Dumble, Fender and Mesa amps factor into his Creed tour rig 3Lucky guitar owner surprised to find Les Paul is worth four times more than she imagined, thanks to its unique backstory4D’Addario unveils commemorative John Lennon’s collection – including a replica of his 1972 Madison Square Garden solo show strap 5"You can't just 'be' a guy that can play Yngwie Malmsteen stuff. You have to do that for, like, 15 years just to play one of his songs.” Dweezil Zappa explains what most guitarists don't understand about shredding
Stageworthy Strategies, Part 5: Understanding Acoustic Amps By Jimmy Leslie published 7 December 21 The right acoustic amp is your best gig buddy – so find your niche, dial in your tone and rock the planet!
If You Think the Vast Majority of Rock Riffs Are In Minor Keys Then Think Again! By Tom Kolb published 3 November 21 This lesson on how to craft cool riffs in the style of legendary players using the Ionian and Lydian modes will have you covered.
“My Sensei Is Also a Student of Guitar”: Lawson Rollins on the Connection Between Martial Arts and Guitar Playing By Jimmy Leslie published 20 October 21 The picado ninja talks flexibility, strength, and technique.
Acoustic Recording Made Easy: How to Choose and Set Up Your Studio Guitar By Jimmy Leslie published 14 October 21 Preparing your instrument for the studio environment.
Acoustic Recording Made Easy: Studio Supplements By Jimmy Leslie published 13 October 21 Handy accessories that can make your acoustic recording experience more ergonomic and enjoyable.
Acoustic Recording Made Easy: Getting Set Up to Record By Jimmy Leslie published 12 October 21 Get a strong acoustic recording game going in your home studio.
Tommy Emmanuel’s Top Three Tips for Recording Melodic Acoustic Instrumentals By Rod Brakes, Jimmy Leslie published 8 October 21 The Aussie guitar master shares his favorite studio tricks.
The Highs and Lows of Acoustic Guitar Equalization: How Luthiers Control Treble and Bass in the Build By Jimmy Leslie published 7 October 21 Santa Cruz Guitars founder Richard Hoover reveals the tricks of the trade.
Watch Keith Richards and Mick Jagger Writing “Sympathy for the Devil” Using Their Trusty Gibson Hummingbirds By Rod Brakes published 30 September 21 Video These classic ‘60s flat-tops remain one of the best songwriter’s guitars available.
Is Paul Simon One of the Most Underrated Guitar Players Ever? By Rod Brakes published 29 September 21 Video Watch this live TV performance of Davey Graham’s “Anji” and decide for yourself.