Acoustic Guitars remain Popular despite electronic advances
The term “acoustic guitar” is a retronym, because all guitars were acoustic. It wasn’t until the invention of the electric guitar that a distinction became necessary.
Acoustic refers to a hollow-bodied guitar without electric amplification.
A well made Acoustic Guitar’s tone improves over time, and reflects the quality of craftsmanship used in making the instrument.
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