Experts prefer Epiphone DR-100 over Epiphone FT-100
On 17 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 86 Acoustic Guitar expert endorsements .
Currently, Epiphone DR-100 received 1 endorsement from frontmanphilosophy.com (5 Mar 2024). Meanwhile, Epiphone FT-100 did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Acoustic Guitar | frontmanphilosophy.com  | 10stunninghomes.com  | Music Critic
 | Guitar World  | Six String Acoustic  | The Strategist  | Music Radar  | GuitarPlayer  | Guitar Chalk  | reviewed.usatoday.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | N/A | $169 |  Epiphone DR-100 The Epiphone DR-100 is a highly recommended acoustic guitar known for its well-balanced sound, comfortable playability, and portability, making it suitable for various musical styles and ideal for beginners and experienced players alike. | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $169 |  Epiphone FT-100 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 5 Mar 2024 frontmanphilosophy.com ranked Epiphone DR-100 as #8
Rank Acoustic Guitar Comment ... ... ... #8 out of 9 Epiphone DR-100 Best dreadnought design... ... ... Source: frontmanphilosophy.com
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Epiphone DR-100 nor Epiphone FT-100 were recommended by key experts who publish Acoustic Guitars recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Acoustic Guitar | frontmanphilosophy.com | 10stunninghomes.com | Music Critic | Guitar World | Six String Acoustic | The Strategist | Music Radar | GuitarPlayer | Guitar Chalk | reviewed.usatoday.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $230 |  Yamaha FG800 The Yamaha FG800 is a highly regarded full-sized dreadnought acoustic guitar known for its powerful sound projection, comfortable playability, exceptional sound quality, and solid construction. | 3 | - | 6 | 3 | 6 | - | 6 | 2 | 3 | - |
| 2 | - | $599 |  Taylor GS Mini The Taylor GS Mini is a highly versatile and durable guitar that offers excellent sound quality in a compact and portable design, making it a popular choice for travelers and musicians of all skill levels. | - | - | 5 | 6 | 1 | - | 5 | 3 | 2 | - |
| 3 | - | $200 |  Fender CD 60S The Fender CD 60S acoustic guitar is highly praised for its comfortable playability, impressive sound quality, and durable construction, making it a reliable and budget-friendly option for musicians of all levels. | 2 | 4 | - | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Gretsch Jim Dandy G9500 The Gretsch Jim Dandy G9500 is a compact and comfortable parlor-sized guitar with impressive sound quality and durability, making it a great option for musicians of all skill levels. | 5 | 15 | 2 | 2 | - | 2 | 2 | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [24]
Total expert reviews: 24
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 20
| Highest score by The Guitar Junky | 88 |
| Average score based on 24 reviews | 78 |
| Lowest score by fretterverse.com | 60 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [3]
Total expert reviews: 3
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 3
From Seller:
- Additional Details: SlimTaper C-profile neck, Epiphone Sloped Dovewing headstock, and Premium Die Cast tuners
- Mahogany body
- Dreadnought body shape
- Rosewood fingerboard
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From Seller:
- Classic Epiphone Dreadnought with select spruce top
- Mahogany Neck
- 1960's SlimTaper Neck Profile
- Torrefied Hardwood fretboard has dot inlays and a standard 25.5” scale
- For Every Stage: Epiphone offers innovation, history, and a lifetime guarantee. Whether you are learning your first song in your bedroom, or rocking an arena, Epiphone has always been there, for everyone, for every generation, for every stage
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