What body shape is best for an acoustic guitar?

The best body shape depends on your playing style and comfort. Dreadnoughts are great for full, balanced tones and strumming, while concert and auditorium shapes offer a more focused sound, ideal for fingerpicking. Smaller parlor guitars are perfect for players who prefer a lighter, more portable option.

How does tonewood affect the sound of an acoustic guitar?

The tonewood plays a major role in shaping your guitar’s sound. Spruce tops provide brightness and clarity, mahogany adds warmth and depth, and rosewood delivers a rich, resonant tone with complex overtones. Your choice of tonewood should reflect your playing style and the sound you want to achieve.

Are acoustic guitars good for beginners?

Absolutely. Acoustic guitars are an excellent choice for beginners because they don’t require additional equipment like amplifiers. Choosing a guitar with a comfortable neck and lighter strings can make it easier to start learning chords and techniques.

What maintenance does an acoustic guitar require?

Acoustic guitars are sensitive to humidity and temperature changes. Proper care includes storing them in a hard case, using a humidifier in dry climates, and regularly cleaning the fretboard and body. Replacing strings as needed is also important to keep your guitar sounding its best.

Which brands make the best acoustic guitars?

Brands like Taylor and Martin are renowned for their premium acoustic guitars, offering exceptional craftsmanship and tone. Yamaha and Ibanez provide reliable and affordable options, perfect for beginners or intermediate players. At AMS, you’ll find models from all these brands and more.

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Taylor 517 Grand Pacific Builders Edition Acoustic Guitar Natural with Case

$2,599.00 - $2,699.00

The 517 Grand Pacific Builder’s Edition guitar takes the playing experience to a new level. With custom beveled sapele binding, the guitar body offers a smooth feel. Combined with a custom curved bridge, the players...

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Taylor 552ce Urban Ironbark Grand Concert 12 Fret 12-String AE w/Case

$3,229.00

The reimagined Taylor 552ce 12-String acoustic electric guitar. Master luthier and guitar designer Andy Powers has redesigned the 500 series grand concert model with a host of new woods and features. In the spir...

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Taylor 612ce V Class Grand Concert Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case

$3,399.00

Master guitar designer Andy Powers takes the 612ce maple and spruce instrument to a whole new level. The Taylor 612ce captures the flagship 600 series tone woods and appointments in the super comfortable grand conce...

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Taylor 614ce Builder's Edition V Class Grand Auditorium Guitar with Case

$3,599.00

Featuring a gorgeous wild honey burst finish, the Builder’s Edition 614ce Grand Auditorium from Taylor is both visually and sonically stunning with elegant features that will appeal to enthusiasts, collectors, and w...

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Taylor 812ce Nylon Grand Concert Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case

$3,999.00

The Taylor 812ce-N was designed with the steel string player in mind, offering an easy transition with a radius fingerboard and a slightly narrower nut width than a traditional classical guitar. This flagship, all s...

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Taylor 814ce Left-Handed Grand Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case

$3,599.00

Featuring the brilliant V-Class bracing, the Taylor 814ce with V-Class bracing yields an incredibly dynamic and clear tone with great sustain and intonation even at the highest frets! The classic tone wood combinati...

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Taylor 814CE-N Grand Auditorium Nylon Acoustic Guitar wCase

$3,999.00

A gorgeously crafted instrument with tone to match its amazing looks, the Taylor 814CE-N Classical Acoustic Electric Guitar is a nylon string masterpiece. The 814CE-N features Taylor’s most popular and versatile b...

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Taylor 815e Legacy Jumbo Acoustic Electric Guitar

$3,399.00

The Taylor Guitars Legacy Collection: Recrafted to Reinspire Throughout 2024, Taylor’s celebration of its milestone 50th anniversary has produced a steady stream of commemorative limited-edition model offer...

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Taylor 855e Jumbo 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar

$3,499.00

The Taylor Guitars Legacy Collection: Recrafted to Reinspire Throughout 2024, Taylor’s celebration of its milestone 50th anniversary has produced a steady stream of commemorative limited-edition model offer...

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Taylor 912ce Builders Edition Honduran Rosewood Grand Concert with Case

$6,299.00

The Taylor 912ce Builder’s Edition Honduran Rosewood Sinker Redwood Grand Concert from Taylor is both visually and sonically stunning with elegant features that will appeal to enthusiasts, collectors, and wood lover...

12 Payments of $250.00
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Taylor Builder's Edition 914ce Grand Auditorium A/E Guitar Natural with Case

$4,999.00

Taylor is proud to introduce the 914ce Builders Edition natural top, the latest addition to the highly acclaimed Builder’s Edition series. The 914ce Builder’s Edition natural top is an exceptional guitar in both sou...

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Taylor 914ce Builders Edition Grand Auditorium Acoustic Electric with Case

$6,299.00

Introducing the Taylor 914ce Builders Edition Guitar, a masterpiece that takes your musical journey to new heights. Crafted with care and precision, this guitar is a true reflection of the passion and expertise that...

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