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A dreadnought acoustic guitar resting against a wall

Photograph Kelly Sikkema

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Cort

Guitar

A straightforward dreadnought that spends the money where an entry-level acoustic guitar actually needs it.

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Verdict

This is the sort of guitar that makes sense as a first proper acoustic. The dreadnought body gives it plenty of volume, the spruce top gives it room to develop as you play, and the mahogany construction keeps the sound familiar rather than fussy. It is not an heirloom instrument and it does not need to be. Spend the money on learning to play instead of polishing a guitar that spends most of its life in a case.

Buy it if

Beginners and players who want an inexpensive full-size acoustic for learning, practice and casual playing.

Skip it if

You need a smaller body for comfort or specifically want an electric-acoustic setup for amplified performance.

The record

The Cort AD810BKS is a standard dreadnought acoustic guitar with a spruce top, mahogany back and sides, and a black satin finish. It is built as a conventional full-size acoustic rather than trying to reinvent the instrument.

What is good

  • Spruce top with mahogany back and sides
  • Full-size dreadnought body gives it useful acoustic volume
  • Straightforward construction makes sense for a first guitar

What is not

  • Dreadnought body is relatively large for smaller players
  • Black satin finish will show handling and marks
  • Stock setup may benefit from adjustment depending on the individual guitar
Close up of an acoustic guitar body and strings

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