Player Favorites: Acoustics
Our Player Favorites: Acoustic Guitars collection brings together instruments that have earned their place through tone, feel, and real-world performance - not hype. Think of it as a current snapshot of what our community are reaching for right now. Each model is trusted by working musicians, songwriters, and collectors who value balance, responsiveness, and inspiring sound.
What Makes These Favorites?
Collings OM1JL Julian Lage
Remarkably clear and responsive, with a feel that rewards touch, dynamics, and time spent playing. This was the model that acted as a springboard for Collings' Traditional line as well.
Martin 00-28
Comfortable and intimate, with a warmth that suits fingerstyle, songwriting, and quieter moments. The perfect "couch guitar"? Just might be.
Taylor 814ce Next Gen
Taylor’s flagship Grand Auditorium refined even further, pairing Indian rosewood and Sitka spruce for lush overtones, clear highs, and a rich, supportive low end. Player-focused updates, from V-Class bracing and a radius armrest to highly adjustable neck design and intuitive onboard electronics, make it feel as good to live with as it does to play.
Martin 000-28
Balanced and versatile - an easy companion for players who move between styles. For you Clapton lovers, the 000 was the style he played on the iconic Unplugged record.
Taylor Academy
Comfortable, inviting, and easy to connect with, the Academy 12e pairs a torrefied spruce top with a compact body for a warm, responsive feel right from the start. Thoughtful details like the built-in armrest, slim Taylor neck, and simple onboard electronics make it a guitar players can grow with and keep reaching for. Our top selling starter guitar.
Martin OM-28
Focused, articulate, and open - favored for its clarity and controlled headroom.
Martin D-18
Direct and woody, with a dry punch that sits beautifully in a mix. Bluegrass players love this model for a reason.
Taylor 114ce
Easy to play and easy to rely on, the 114ce offers clear, balanced tone with enough warmth and projection to handle everything from home practice to playing with others. With its comfortable neck feel and versatile acoustic-electric design, it’s an ideal choice for newer players getting started or experienced guitarists looking for a dependable, do-it-all acoustic.
Martin HD-28
Big, familiar dreadnought tone with depth and shimmer players know and trust. An icon.
Martin 0-X2E
This model is compact, approachable, and reliable - easy to pick up and keep nearby. The perfect guitar for beginners and intermediate players looking to upgrade their current acoustic.
Martin 000-X2E
Like it's smaller cousin, the 0-X2E, the larger 000-X2E is a comfortable size with more body and range than you’d expect. Ideal for players just getting started or intermediate players looking for a new voice.
Taylor GS Mini
Compact, comfortable, and surprisingly full-sounding, the GS Mini delivers a bold, clear voice that far exceeds its size. With its easy feel and warm, broken-in character, it’s an ideal choice for newer players seeking an inviting first guitar, as well as experienced players looking for a dependable travel companion they’ll actually want to play.
