Today many guitarists are buying their guitars online. This is a great way to save money and find those rare and elusive guitars. However, buying a guitar online obviously comes with some risk and there are a number of precautions you need to take.
The first thing you need to do is gather the information on the guitar you want to buy, and be sure it is worth your time to buy it online. Many times it makes more sense to buy the guitar at a local shop, but the only way to know that is to do your research.
If you have priced your guitar and found that it is in fact cheaper online, then here are a few simple rules to follow:
If you aren't looking for a rare or hard to find guitar, go out and try the guitar in question out at your local music store. Be sure you like how it feels and the sound is what you are looking for. You don't want to go through the hassle of buying it online, only to have to send it back. This is an easy mistake you can avoid by taking a little time to "try before you buy".
When you have finally decided on the guitar you want and have found it at the best price in an online store, you will want to make sure you know exactly what the warranty is for the guitar, as some stores may offer an extended warranty at no cost. This can save you a lot of money in the future if your guitar needs repaired.
One of the biggest advantages to shopping online is the customer reviews that many sites offer. If the guitar you have had your eye on has gotten bad reviews, you should carefully consider buying another model. This tip alone has saved me many headaches and a whole lot of money.
Next, you will want to see if after the shipping cost and tax (if applied) are added up, that you are still saving money. If not, I suggest buying the guitar locally, if possible. You will also want to ask who is responsible for the return shipping charges if the guitar is damaged. If you are responsible for these shipping charges, keep in mind it can get pretty expensive as many guitars have significant shipping weights.
Buying a guitar online can be a great way of saving money, but just remember to keep the tips above in mind before making your final purchase.
Are you interested in guitars? Read more articles on my blog about such topics as buying the best acoustic guitars or the perfect toy guitar for your little one.
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