Trivia
The shape of the pick guard is dictated by the manufacturer
You may know that pick guards serve to protect the top from being scratched by the pick. Did you also know that the shape of the pick guard varies by manufacturer? Those in the know can identify the manufacturer of a given guitar during close up shots of the guitarist's hands.
Musical Instrument Guide : Acoustic Guitar Contents
Structure
How the Instrument is Made
Choosing an Instrument
Trivia
- The guitar top is actually two panels stuck together
- The shape of the pick guard is dictated by the manufacturer
- Collector's item with a modern Japanese style
- Cutaways make it easier to access upper frets
- Why do the spaces between frets grow narrower down the neck?
- The order guitars and violins are strung in differs