Travelling with a guitar can be a hassle. The challenges, stresses and demands asked of an instrument on the road – both acoustic and electric – are quite different from those of a housebound guitar. And there's plenty of angst associated with hauling a fragile, expensive, temperamental music-maker around. Which is why you need the best travel guitar.
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Fortunately guitar makers have developed increasingly crafty ways of building decent, playable, portable guitars. Whether it’s an instrument that folds at the neck, or one that disassembles completely, there are many options on the market vying for your consideration.
Choosing the right travel guitar is all about understanding your needs as a guitarist, but our list provides a great cross section of the market. All should sound incredible, be easily transportable and prove robust.
Upvote the one that has a place on your tour bus.
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Best travel guitars
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