
Archtop
Carved for Sound: How the Acoustic Archtop Guitar Keeps Swinging
In this feature, we’ll trace the history of the acoustic archtop guitar—from its 19th-century origins and golden-era prominence to its postwar decline and modern-day revival.
Michael John Simmons October 29, 2025

00 and Grand Concert
Review: The Iris Guitar Company MS-00 Is a Custom-Made Boutique Flattop with Vintage Flair and High-End Tonewoods
The MS-00 is a guitar that’s straightforward, well-balanced, and built to be played, not pampered
Greg Ruby August 13, 2025

Dreadnought
Review: Martin’s New D-28 and D-X2E Billy Strings Signature Models
Inspired by two of Strings’ longtime musical companions, the stage-worthy D-28 and the road-ready D-X2E reflect the flatpicker’s fast rise and deep roots.
James Rotondi June 25, 2025

12-String
Great Acoustics—Gordon Lightfoot’s 1967 Gibson B-45-12: The Guitar Behind “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald”
Open up a copy of ‘Sundown,’ his 1974 best-selling record, and you’ll see this prized guitar by Lightfoot’s side.
David McPherson June 6, 2025
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When boutique flatpicks first appeared on Adam’s radar, he was dubious of the concept, having been perfectly content with the standard, 30-cent variety that he’d used for decades…
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