It’s a big bodied guitar with some beautiful, impactful design that really makes you feel like you’ve got exactly the kind of design you deserve for the money that you’re paying. We could be tempted, but there’s plenty to be getting on with here.The Compact 60 is super-practical. Preamps often come with EQ adjustment to alter the tone slightly, and some will even come with certain effects that you can add on. There are no cut corners, all of the hardware and electronics are good, and of course, what really matters, the tone is fantastic too. This gives you nice access to the upper frets while retaining some resonance. What a guitar.You know you’re getting great guitar from the outset, because it’s based on Gibson’s legendary Dove model, which has been sued for decades now by distinguished guitarists in numerous genres, including the likes of Elvis himself.

It has a lot of options, more than many of us would need. We will include the best for quality, the best all-rounder and the best value to give you all the options.The Martin LX1E is proof that size doesn’t always matter when it comes to an acoustic-electric guitar. It’s going to be especially good for those who want something they can get up on stage with.In short, absolutely everything about this guitar screams quality. It is an incredible sounding instrument.All of the hardware is gold on this model, and while it’s stock Epiphone stuff rather than licensed equipment, it’s of good quality, and we don’t expect it to be difficult to keep in tune. Sometimes it is the room that is the problem, but finding that troublesome frequency and taking it out will make your performances all the more enjoyable.Amps such as the Marshall AS50D have a notch filter and a frequency sweep control to really give you control over it. There’s also a System 66 preamp system with 3-band EQ and a builtin There are lots and lots of colors to choose from too when it comes to this model, so there’s sure to be something to suit anyone’s tastes. If you have smaller hands, a smaller neck will also naturally make playing slightly easier.Too high and the guitar will be harder to play smoothly and quickly. There are different nut width, depths and body shape to choose from, and it’s entirely a matter of personal preference as to which you should go for.Those that are used to fast-necked electric guitars may want to search for necks that have a fairly shallow profile, whereas a lot of people prefer the chunkier, more substantial neck that lots of acoustics offer. At this price, you might want a little more flair, but we wouldn’t count that as a major criticism.Another legendary guitar for our list. And transparency is still the name of the game (set at noon, the Compact 60 is totally neutral). Gibson are well known for their premium products, and the J-200 Standard certainly lives up to that billing. On the guitar channel, there is onboard chorus and reverb, and a 3-band EQ for making those essential tweaks when you get to wherever you want to play. Alternatively, there are smaller form factors, like the grand auditorium cutaway, to choose from. You don’t need an amplifier to make an electric acoustic guitar work - you can use one quite easily without, though obviously it will be at a lower volume, and you’ll have no control over effects.You should bear this in mind if you think you might be playing acoustically a lot.Naturally, you’ll see that a lot of the top acoustic-electric guitars are almost identical to their acoustic only counterparts, and work just the same when not plugged in and switched on.We’ve covered lots of the important points that you need to think about when buying an electric acoustic already in our reviews and frequently asked questions,, but we’re going to go through some of them in more detail here, to make sure that you know what you’re doing when you make comparisons.Body style and the material is one of the things that will have the biggest effect on the way an Let’s start with the body style. You’re getting a great looking, great playing guitar for a steal.So what are acoustic-electric guitars? But of course if you want to hook up a delay or what have you, there is an effects loop on hand.

There is a shape control for switching between a flat EQ and one with the mids cut and bass/treble boosted. That’s no bad thing, and allows this guitar to be nice and flexible, especially when combined with the ‘Expression’ electronics system that allows for some good tonal customisation.

Below, we have listed a few things to keep in mind while you are looking at reviews. There is not a cornucopia of inputs and outputs, just a single mix DI out, inputs for your guitar and mic, and an auxiliary input for playing MP3s/backing tracks. They know what you are looking for. The guitar channel has anti-feedback control, and delay, chorus and reverb, while both have their own 3-band EQs. Smile, Music Critic has reviewed the top acoustic-electric guitars for sale. Feedback can be the bane of the acoustic player’s life, and it strikes when you least expect it. What’s more is that it’s a slimline design. Of course, smaller hands gain easier playability thanks to the size too.This is a really special, limited edition guitar. The MkIV is much the same as the much-loved MkIII. You can make quick changes to your acoustic tone too via a trio of acoustic responses, each at the touch of a button also. If you’re buying for electrification though, that shouldn’t matter.We finish with another signature model, but this one, unlike the Lifeson signature, is certainly not for the faint hearted and won’t have broad appeal. While it might not have quite the same ring and sustain as an expensive model, only real audiophiles are likely to notice.