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From Parlour to Jumbo: The beginner's guide to acoustic guitar body shapes (and which one is right for you)

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If you're wishing to take up the guitar, the world of the electric – with all those makes and models and pedals and amps – can be more than a little daunting. You're far better off starting with the simple world of the acoustic therefore. But even there, things can get complicated…

Even without the complexities of electronics, what plugs into where and what extra gadgets do you need to get a sound of it, an acoustic guitar – for all its innate simplicity – still has plenty of features that contribute to its sound and playing action and all should be considered before you make a purchase.

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