New World Guitars
New World Guitars from Kenny Hill offers classical players attractive, easy-to-play instruments crafted of the best materials for affordable prices.
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Building New Banjos for an Old-Time World
Richard Jones-Bamman's book is a fine exploration of contemporary makers that have captivated a new generation of traditional old-time banjo players.
Koa Crunchtime: Ukulele Restoration
This koa Maui ukulele has a pretty significant top crack, and cracked back brace. First I’m going to glue up this crack, before it gets any worse. We…
Frank's Corner: Bridge Pins for 19th Century Guitars
Frank Ford shows off his replacement bridge pins for 19th Century guitars, and how he customizes them for fit.
The Originality Quandary
Are all of the parts on your vintage guitar original? Does it matter if they aren't? Richard Johnston explores the issue of instrument authenticity.
1933 Paramount Guitar Style D
In the 30s, leading banjo maker Paramount came up with the idea of making a guitar with a banjo-like resonator and hired Martin to build them.
Crunchtime: 1967 D-28 Martin Guitar Structural Repair
I had this 1967 Martin D-28 on my bench a few months ago. It came in with clear packing tape over the damaged area trying to hold loose…
Guitar Picks: The Cheapest Way to Change Acoustic Guitar Tone
Want to quickly and cheaply change the tone of your guitar? Guitar picks like Wegenpicks can make a huge difference in how you sound.
What is a "Torrefied" Guitar Top?
In search of vintage tone, luthiers are creating guitars with tops subjected to extreme heat, a process known as torrefaction.
Collings Guitars
Some background on Collings Guitars, one of the top guitar and mandolin makers in North America. They look and sound great, what more could you want?
Gibson K-2 Mandocello restoration
This is a Gibson K-2 Mandocello from 1920. These were built much like their little brothers in the A style Mandolin family – with one small brace by…
A Smiling Skull From a 1940’s Decal Haunts Two Guitars
My favorite uncle gave me his home-repaired guitar when I was in college. A black paint job hid the Bondo he’d used to smooth out damage from a…