The main advantage of a guitar made of carbon vs one made of wood is durability and resilience against temperature and humidity changes. A wood guitar needs to be kept in an environment that most people are comfortable – (60-85 Fahrenheit, 40%-65% humidity). When wood gets out of this range, frets can pop up and buzz – or even stick out the side, the neck can shift, twist or warp and the wood can swell or crack. If humidity gets too low, it’s likely the guitar will crack. If temperature is too high, it can likely come unglued. Carbon has none of these issues, and it can take more physical abuse as well. Wood is a little louder in general. If you’re travelling and will be staying in a more climate controlled environment, a wood guitar is great. If you’re planning on staying outdoors in more extreme environments – camping, trekking, cycling, living outdoors by the sea or in dry environments – go for the carbon.