Hollow Body Guitar
Everything published on Viyolens under Hollow Body Guitar — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Best Hollow Body Guitars for the Money
The best hollow-body guitar is the one matching your style and budget—not the one with the biggest name. Here are the standout instruments at every price point.
Gretsch White Falcon Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
White, gold and impossible to miss — here's what the Gretsch White Falcon actually is, how it's built, and why players still reach for one.
Gretsch White Falcon Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The Gretsch White Falcon began as a showpiece nobody meant to sell. Here is how it became one of the most recognisable guitars ever built — and how the many versions differ.
Gretsch Falcon Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Different generations use different pickups, bracing and tailpieces — and those differences genuinely change how it plays. Here's what to check.
Archtop Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The archtop has a specific construction, a specific sound and a specific history. Here is what it is, how it works and who it is for.
The Ultimate Guide to Gretsch Falcon Guitar
You see it before you hear it. The story of the guitar built to be a showpiece first — and how it earned its sound to match.
The Best Archtop Guitars for the Money
From entry-level laminate instruments to full acoustic hand-carved models, these are the archtops that deliver the most for what you spend.
The Best Gretsch Electromatics for the Money
There's no single best Electromatic — only the right construction for what you play. Here's the range sorted into practical, style-based picks.
The Complete Guide to Semi Acoustic Hollow Body
A semi-acoustic hollow body guitar blends acoustic warmth with electric versatility—ideal for jazz, blues and players seeking the distinctive character of wooden body resonance combined with amplified...
Gretsch Falcon Explained: Features, Types and Tips
One of the most theatrical guitars ever built, and a genuinely serious instrument underneath — here's what actually defines the range.
Gretsch White Falcon Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Falling for a Gretsch White Falcon is easy — buying the right one takes a bit more care. Here's what to check before you hand over the money.
Gretsch Electromatic for Beginners: A Complete Guide
That famous Gretsch twang is more beginner-friendly than it looks. Here's what a first-timer actually needs to know before buying an Electromatic.
Epiphone Hollow Body for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Hollow body guitars feel different and sound warmer than solid-body models. This guide walks you through feedback, setup, and first-week playing so you can enjoy your Epiphone hollow body.
Gretsch White Falcon for Beginners: A Complete Guide
It's huge, white and gold — but is a Gretsch White Falcon actually sensible to learn on? Here is the honest answer, from weight and controls to your first weeks.
Hollow Body Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A hollow-body guitar is an electric guitar with a resonant acoustic cavity—built for warmth, openness and that distinctive woody tone that cuts through without aggression.
The Best Gretsch White Falcon Guitars for the Money
From the sensible modern Professional Collection to a full vintage 6137 Project-O-Sonic — which White Falcon tier actually deserves your money.
Gretsch Falcon: A Complete Buyer's Guide
An honest buying guide to the Falcon range — no sales patter, just what actually matters before you spend the money.
Gretsch Electromatic Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Hollow, centre-block or Jet? Here's what actually separates the guitars in Gretsch's Electromatic range, and why the difference matters once you plug in.
Gretsch Falcon Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
It's not a strange first proper guitar. The honest, patient version of getting comfortable with your first big hollow-body.
Common Gretsch Falcon Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes I've watched genuinely enthusiastic buyers make, over and over, and the simple fix for each one.
Common Gretsch Falcon Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
A little forethought saves a lot of heartache. Here's what I see people get wrong most often after falling for that finish.
Common Archtop Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
The archtop rewards careful setup and informed playing habits. These are the mistakes that come up most often and what to do about them.
Gretsch White Falcon Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Big, gold and a little intimidating — here's the plain-spoken truth about starting out on a Gretsch White Falcon, and how to make it work as a first guitar.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Semi Electric
Semi-electric guitars deliver warm, resonant tone with electric guitar playability. Explore what makes them unique, why jazz and blues players love them, and how to choose your first semi-acoustic.
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Archtop Guitar
Archtop guitars deliver focused, expressive tone with vintage style, ideal for jazz, swing and articulate chord playing.
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Gretsch Electric Guitar
A Gretsch electric guitar combines distinctive tone, vintage style and versatile performance for modern players.
Gretsch Electromatic
Gretsch Electromatic guitars deliver classic Gretsch style, clear tone and dependable value for everyday players.
Gretsch Falcon
Gretsch Falcon guitars deliver iconic styling, rich hollow-body tone and premium appeal for stage, studio and collection...
Gretsch Falcon Guitar
Premium Gretsch models with iconic styling, clear tone and strong stage presence for rhythm, lead and studio work.
Gretsch White Falcon
The Gretsch White Falcon is a striking premium electric guitar with bright tone, elegance and stage presence.
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Gretsch White Falcon Guitar
A flagship Gretsch model with striking looks, articulate tone and premium appeal for stage, studio and collectors.
Hollow Body Guitar
Warm, resonant electrics with a classic feel, ideal for jazz, blues and vintage-inspired playing.
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