Acoustic guitar

Acoustic Guitar

The acoustic guitar is a string instrument in the guitar family. It is typically played with the fingers or a guitar pick and produces sound through the vibration of the strings, which is amplified by the hollow body of the guitar.

History

The acoustic guitar has roots in the lute, a stringed instrument popular in the Middle Ages. The modern acoustic guitar as we know it today was developed in the 19th century by Spanish guitarist and luthier Antonio de Torres Jurado.

Construction

An acoustic guitar is typically made of wood, and consists of a hollow body with a sound hole, a neck with frets, and a headstock. The strings are typically made of steel or nylon.

Types of Acoustic Guitars

There are several types of acoustic guitars, including the classical guitar, which uses nylon strings, and the steel-string acoustic guitar, which uses steel strings. Other types include the twelve-string guitar, the archtop guitar, and the resonator guitar.

Playing Techniques

There are various techniques for playing the acoustic guitar, including strumming, fingerpicking, and flatpicking. The guitar can also be played using a slide, a technique known as slide guitar.

In Popular Culture

The acoustic guitar is a staple in many genres of music, including folk music, country music, blues, and rock music. Many famous musicians, such as Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, and Eric Clapton, are known for their skill on the acoustic guitar.

See Also

• Electric guitar
• Bass guitar
• Guitar tuning
• Guitar pick
• Guitar amplifier