How do I choose a good acoustic guitar?

When choosing the right acoustic, you need to ask yourself some questions. What kind of music do I want to play? Is a smaller instrument that is easy to transport what I am after? Do I want something to accompany vocals or a guitar well suited to instrumental performances? It can be a bit daunting if you are unfamiliar with all the choices available such as the different woods and body sizes. Keep your goals in mind. For example, if you want to perform as a solo act then a dreadnought guitar may be the best choice for you due to its full sound. Or you may simply prefer the look of one wood over another. If you are unsure where to start then taking a look at our Sound Bites videos on YouTube may be a great way to see and hear what sounds best for your needs. Nothing beats trying out a number of acoustic guitars to see what suits you best. And remember the golden rule - always trust your ears!

What is the best acoustic guitar for beginners?

The best guitar is one that you love and want to keep practicing on! If you are a younger player then considering a smaller bodied guitar such as a 3/4 size may be the way to go. We recommend you check out the Yamaha F310, Eastcoast guitars and Valencia guitars as a starting point.

How hard is it to learn acoustic guitar?

This depends on the individual. Learning acoustic will feel like second nature to some. Others may have to invest more practice time to get the results they are looking for. One thing that will certainly make learning easier is a willingness to commit a good amount of time to practice. Finding a good acoustic that you enjoy playing will also keep you wanting to spend time with the instrument. Hearing your progress and finally nailing that song you've always wanted to play will make you feel like anything is possible!

What size acoustic guitar should I buy?

For younger or smaller players, 1/2 and 3/4 size guitars are a great choice. Many players also choose an acoustic guitar body size based on the type of sound they want to create. For example, a dreadnought body (one of the most popular shapes) is a great choice for singers due to the full sound it provides. On the other hand, a parlor body is much smaller and gives a more delicate and focused sound. Keep in mind which is most important to you - size or sound.

What is the difference between acoustic and classical guitar?

The main differences between an acoustic and a classical guitar is the type of strings they have and the sound they produce. Acoustic guitars are strung with steel strings while classical guitars have nylon strings. The strings feel different and have a distinct difference in tone. Steel strings create a bolder sound, making acoustic guitars the standard choice for most modern music. Nylon strings produce a more delicate sound and have the benefit of being a bit more gentle on the fingers of a beginner.

Acoustic Guitars | guitarguitar

Martin Custom Shop North Street Edition D-18 Sinker Mahogany

£4,999.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Martin Custom Shop Expert D-28 1937 Ambertone Aged

£6,699.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Martin 00-28 Modern Deluxe 12 Fret

£4,750.00

FREE Delivery

Stock Arriving Soon

£1,889.00

FREE Delivery

Stock Arriving Soon

Special Offer

PRS SE A50E Black Gold

(1)

£699.00 £969.00

FREE Delivery

Stock Arriving Soon

Maton SRS70C

(1)

£2,029.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Special Offer

Maton Performer

(1)

£1,499.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Martin Standard Series D42

£6,875.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Martin Standard Series J40

(3)

£4,735.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Martin SC-13E Special Burst

£2,109.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Martin D-18 Authentic 1937 VTS

£7,750.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez AC340CE Open Pore Natural

£349.00 £379.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez AAD100 Open Pore Natural

£349.00 £369.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez AEWC11 Dark Violin Sunburst

(1)

£259.00 £299.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

(3)

£2,899.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Gibson Dove Original Vintage Cherry Sunburst

£3,999.00 £4,899.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Gibson Southern Jumbo Original Vintage Sunburst

(3)

£3,199.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

£679.00

FREE Delivery

Stock Arriving Soon

Martin HD-28 Re-imagined Left Handed

£3,659.00

Get it Wednesday, Dec 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat Acoustic Left Handed Walnut Fingerboard

£479.99

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Stores Nationwide

Free Next Day Delivery

Sell your Guitar

Expert Advice

Extended Exchange

Acoustic Guitars

Filter

Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat Natural Walnut Fingerboard

Ibanez PF15 Natural

Ibanez AEG50 Dark Honey Burst High Gloss

Ibanez AAD140 Open Pore Natural

Ibanez AEWC400 Amber Sunburst High Gloss

Martin 000-16 Streetmaster

Martin Custom Shop North Street Edition D-18 Sinker Mahogany

Martin Custom Shop Expert D-28 1937 Ambertone Aged

Martin 00-28 Modern Deluxe 12 Fret

Martin OM28E Modern Deluxe

Martin D-16E

Martin D-28 Modern Deluxe

Martin Standard Series M36

Martin 00-15M Solid Mahogany Vintage Appointments

Martin D15MEUK

Maton EBG808 Nashville

Maton SRS60C

PRS SE A50E Black Gold

Maton SRS70C

Maton Performer

Martin Standard Series D42

Martin Standard Series J40

Martin SC-13E Special Burst

Martin D-18 Authentic 1937 VTS

Ibanez AC340CE Open Pore Natural

Ibanez AAD100 Open Pore Natural

Ibanez AEWC11 Dark Violin Sunburst

Ibanez PF15ECE Transparent Blue Sunburst

Faith Naked Mercury

Epiphone Dobro Hound Dog Round Neck

Gibson L-00 Original Ebony

Gibson Dove Original Vintage Cherry Sunburst

Gibson Southern Jumbo Original Vintage Sunburst

Fender CC-140SCE Natural

Gretsch G9210 Boxcar Mahogany Squareneck Resonator Natural Katalox Fingerboard

Gibson L-00 Studio Walnut Antique Natural

Sigma DM-SG5L Left Handed

Martin DX Johnny Cash Left Handed

Martin HD-28 Re-imagined Left Handed

Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat Acoustic Left Handed Walnut Fingerboard

Keep up with our latest offers, news & events