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

Special Offer

£639.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Gibson J-45 Standard Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #20665079

£2,699.00 £2,799.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson 50's J-45 Original Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #21835055

£2,999.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson J-45 Standard Cherry Left Handed #21593148

£2,499.00 £2,799.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

New Arrival

Gibson Hummingbird Standard Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #22064048

£3,799.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson J-185 Original Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #22244310

£3,299.00 £3,799.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson 1960 Hummingbird Fixed Bridge Heritage Cherry Sunburst Left Handed #20644006

£4,499.00 £4,999.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ex-Demo

Gibson 50s J-45 Original Ebony Left-Handed (Ex-Demo) #22363048

£2,499.00 £2,999.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson 1952 J-185 Antique Natural Left Handed #20844017

£4,499.00 £4,999.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ibanez AEG70L Tiger Burst High Gloss Left Handed

£399.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Larrivee D-44 Rosewood Left Handed

£2,799.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Larrivee OM-44 Rosewood Left Handed

£3,149.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Lowden O32 Indian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce Left Handed #25320

(1)

£3,499.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

New Arrival

Lowden F-12 Left Handed Sitka Spruce / Indian Rosewood

£3,399.00

£4,999.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ex-Demo

Alvarez Artist Series AC65CE Classical (Ex-Demo) #E24110780

£419.00 £449.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Alvarez Artist Series AC70

£449.00 £499.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Special Offer

Alvarez Artist Series AC70Hce Armrest

£499.00 £659.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Sigma 000TCEL Left Handed

£309.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Cordoba C5 Crossover Limited

£435.00

Get it Sunday, Dec 21

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Stores Nationwide

Free Next Day Delivery

Sell your Guitar

Expert Advice

Extended Exchange

Acoustic Guitars

Filter

Gibson SJ-200 Original Left Handed Antique Natural

Gibson J-45 Standard Rosewood Left Handed Rosewood Burst

Gibson 60s J-45 Original Wine Red Left Handed (Ex-Demo) #22903098

Gibson 60's J-45 Original Ebony Left Handed #22363060

Gibson 2021 Dove Original Antique Natural Left Handed (Pre-Owned)

Gibson L-00 Standard Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #20794048

Ibanez AE Series Left Handed Okoume Top Low Gloss

Gibson J-45 Standard Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #20665079

Gibson 50's J-45 Original Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #21835055

Gibson J-45 Standard Cherry Left Handed #21593148

Gibson Hummingbird Standard Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #22064048

Gibson J-185 Original Vintage Sunburst Left Handed #22244310

Gibson 1960 Hummingbird Fixed Bridge Heritage Cherry Sunburst Left Handed #20644006

Gibson 50s J-45 Original Ebony Left-Handed (Ex-Demo) #22363048

Gibson 1952 J-185 Antique Natural Left Handed #20844017

Ibanez AEG70L Tiger Burst High Gloss Left Handed

Larrivee D-44 Rosewood Left Handed

Larrivee OM-44 Rosewood Left Handed

Lowden O32 Indian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce Left Handed #25320

Lowden F-12 Left Handed Sitka Spruce / Indian Rosewood

Lowden 2024 WL-35 Wee Lowden 12 Fret Red Cedar/Walnut Left Handed (Pre-Owned) #25924

Martin HD-28 Re-imagined Left Handed #2773092

Martin Custom Signature Series 000-28EC Eric Clapton Left Handed #M2714759

Martin Standard Series 00-18 Left Handed #2692334

Martin LXK2 Little Martin Koa Left Handed

Martin OM-JM John Mayer 20th Anniversary Left Handed

Martin OM-JM John Mayer 20th Anniversary Left Handed #2909429

Martin North Street OM-28 Herringbone East Indian Rosewood Left Handed

Martin North Street Edition OM-28L Herringbone Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood Left Handed

Martin D-X2E Spruce / Mahogany Left Handed

Martin 000-X2E Brazilian Left Handed

Martin D-X2E Koa Left Handed

Martin D28 Billy Strings Left Handed

Martin 000 All Mahogany Slotted Headstock Left Handed

Martin Custom Shop Dreadnought Sinker Mahogany Left Handed

Alvarez Artist Series AC65CE Classical (Ex-Demo) #E24110780

Alvarez Artist Series AC70

Alvarez Artist Series AC70Hce Armrest

Sigma 000TCEL Left Handed

Cordoba C5 Crossover Limited

Keep up with our latest offers, news & events