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For the seventh time since 1998, readers of Acoustic Guitar have voted for their favorite guitars, gear, and instructional products, and the results are in! The 2011 Player’s Choice Awards allowed users to vote through the Acoustic Guitar Gear Showcase, choosing winners in 36 categories, at Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels. Read about all the winners here. Congratulations to all the companies and products who have been recognized by the readers of Acoustic Guitar! For even more award winning products, you may browse past winners.These are the companies and products that guitarists just like you have deemed their favorites, year after year!

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STEEL-STRING GUITAR

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NYLON-STRING GUITAR

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FRETTED INSTRUMENT

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STRINGS

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ACCESSORY

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INSTRUCTION

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STUDIO AND RECORDING

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STAGE AND PERFORMANCE

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