Cort G300 Pro

Now, run this guitar through an electric amp and the fun really starts. Having gigged the Acoustasonic Telecaster in this mode, we’d suggest that things can get a little lively here. It’s still a pretty resonant platform, but when it’s used as a recording tool via our Line 6 Helix you can heap on gain, fuzz or both for your alt-rock or frankly fairly metal leanings.

You can watch all the YouTube demoes in the world, but actually getting one of these in your hands and working with it proves the immense validity of the Acoustasonic concept. Realistic acoustic sounds and credible electric voices are all easily accessed.

The actual guitar? That disappeared days ago: it’s completely fit-for-purpose, stable and in tune, even though we might be tempted to drop down a gauge on the string front. Played acoustically, no, it doesn’t capture the depth of the real thing, but it’s perfectly engaging for quiet songwriting and practice.