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The Virtuo’s Adjustable Bridge
The Virtuo was designed to be the ultimate do-it-all guitar on stage and in the studio. Featuring a hollow carbon-fiber body paired with a suite
TechTalk – Electric VS Acoustic Strings
One of the great benefits behind the Emerald Virtuo is that it was designed to be the ultimate do-it-all stage guitar and so delivers fantastic
Embracing Ergonomics
When Alistair started building guitars, he began by making a mold of his own Hohner acoustic guitar. It had everything you’d expect from an acoustic;
Model Comparison
Emerald X10 Slimline and Emerald Virtuo Want an ultra-reliable stage-ready slimline guitar but not sure which is right for you? This week, we look at
The Freedom to Travel
Throughout the history of Emerald Guitars, our stories have been shaped by the very material we use to shape our instruments. Carbon fiber has given
Model Comparison: Emerald X7 vs X10
With a selection of 25 models across our range, Emerald Guitars has something for everyone. With features and design choices to beat the band – literally!
Updates, Insights & Product News
Discover the Emerald X30
Big Jumbo sound, comfortable playability. Throughout Emerald Guitars’ 25 years of instrument design and construction, we have pioneered development in carbon fiber design and construction
The Remarkable Origin Story of Emerald Guitars
A Hot Tub Factory. A World Champion. A Guitar Magazine. Love. And Loss… The remarkable origin story of Emerald Guitars comprises many interlinked parts – remove
Why choose a Baritone Guitar?
In-depth Guide The baritone guitar features an extended scale length and is usually tuned down a perfect 4th or a perfect 5th from the standard
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Breaking The Mould Podcast
Breaking The Mould #10 – Alex Ryan
In this episode Alistair talks to Alex Ryan, who recently published a brilliant comparison video between an Emerald, a Martin and a Taylor guitar. It
Breaking The Mould 9 – Nate Lopez
Alistair has a conversation with 8 string guitar/bass player Nate Lopez talking all things music and extended range guitars. Alistair also brings us up to
Breaking The Mould 8
Alistair and Mark return for the Breaking The Mould Show after a few months break. They catch up on the recent ST Patricks Day Live
Videos
Tanya McCole Unveils A ‘Big Red’ X30
Emerald Artist: Tanya McCole Unveils A ‘Big Red’ X30 2023 marks 25 years of Emerald Guitars crafting custom carbon fiber instruments. Forever pushing the envelope
Emerald Guitars Presents Harvest Music Festival at Oakfield Park
On sale NOW, Emerald Guitars in association with Oakfield Park is hosting a Harvest Music Festival Event on Bank Holiday Sunday 24th of October. Fancy
In The Shipping Room – Virtuo Special
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCt4Xnq-IQc Alistair has the blues! We join Alistair in the Shipping Room as he walks us through the latest selection of guitars leaving the factory
Plek Machine
All Emerald Guitars are now receiving the revolutionary Plek Process. The plek machine scans the guitar’s fingerboard and frets, evaluating the string positions and heights
Customer Profiles
George Hall – What a Life
I started playing music as soon as I could sit up to the piano. I was pretty young but was told I was 4. I
Meet Staci Blevins
To understand why this guitar matters so much to me, you have to understand Kauai and its importance to me. Kauai is a small island
Bill shares his passion for Custom Guitars
Ever since I was a young child I was always drawn towards music. Tried drums and the clarinet while in grammar school and eventually gravitated towards
Dan finds the Holy Grail in his X20 Lefty
I think many guitar players can attest that finding the right guitar for your needs is a lifelong search, with many days spent on forums,