Acoustic Centre Guides

Acoustic guitar bracing can be something of a mystery to many players, even though it's one of the defining aspects of an acoustic guitar's sound. Bracing is a way of shaping the sound, voice and personality of a guitar.

The Taylor range is massive, from layered wood guitars through to exotic custom-built masterpieces. This can make choosing your Taylor guitar a sometimes confusing process, which is why we've put together this guide to help you on your journey.

It's no exaggeration to say that humidity - or a lack of it - is the number one reason that acoustic guitars become damaged or play poorly. The good news is that the effects of humidity are easily preventable, with a minimum of effort.

The sheer wealth of options when it comes to pickups, preamps, DI boxes and amplifiers can be overwhelming. In this guide, we’ll break down the how and why of acoustic amplification, whether you’re hitting your local open mic or taking your show on the road.

Australian luthier Aaron Fenech has been building superb handmade guitars out of his Miami studio for years, showcasing native, sustainably sourced timbers. Visually striking and tonally unique, Fenech Guitars are a bold new voice in the Australian guitar landscape.

In this edition of AC Recommends, our team picks out the one guitar they would choose if they could only have one - a hard decision indeed!

In 1946, Bill May changed the Australian musical landscape forever. May’s idea was simple – to create high-quality, professional instruments that could compete with any brand in the world.