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Following a long road from Saskatchewan to California, this master builder lands in Corona, to painstakingly reproduce Jerry Garcia’s “Alligator’ and other gems.

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This vintage LG120T wasn’t in production long, but its movable neck pickup still might seem like a fresh idea.

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After several years away, luthiers and enthusiasts gathered across the country in 2022. Here’s how it went down.

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The Hype About Hide Glue

The type of glue a builder uses can make a big difference in their process, but when it comes to tone, does it matter?

The Quick and Dirty Details on Guitar Finishes

Nitro, poly, and more: what they’re made of, and why we love them.

A Third-Generation Luthier Tells His Story

Our new columnist bares his family’s roots in guitar-building, going back to 1928 and his grandfather, who made instruments for Segovia and many others.

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Following a long road from Saskatchewan to California, this master builder lands in Corona, to painstakingly reproduce Jerry Garcia’s “Alligator’ and other gems.

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Here are the good and bad habits to look for when you’re watching a builder at work.

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This vintage LG120T wasn’t in production long, but its movable neck pickup still might seem like a fresh idea.

The Glorious Return of Guitar Shows

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The type of glue a builder uses can make a big difference in their process, but when it comes to tone, does it matter?

Nitro, poly, and more: what they’re made of, and why we love them.

Our new columnist bares his family’s roots in guitar-building, going back to 1928 and his grandfather, who made instruments for Segovia and many others.

Following a long road from Saskatchewan to California, this master builder lands in Corona, to painstakingly reproduce Jerry Garcia’s “Alligator’ and other gems.

Here are the good and bad habits to look for when you’re watching a builder at work.

This vintage LG120T wasn’t in production long, but its movable neck pickup still might seem like a fresh idea.

After several years away, luthiers and enthusiasts gathered across the country in 2022. Here’s how it went down.

Data-based building is nothing new in the acoustic-guitar world, but its impact continues to grow.