Choosing a guitar can be a lot of fun but if you go guitar shopping without doing some research, you may not be getting the value for how much you spend. When you're buying a guitar for yourself, it's a good idea to consider how much experience you've had as a player. If you're a very beginner, you probably haven't built up much finger strength yet, and because you also don't have fingertip callouses, it would much less painful to start with a guitar that has low action (distance between the fretboard and and the strings). Light gauge strings also facilitate getting those clear, non buzzing notes and chords. Another thing to think about is what kind of music you would like to play. For rock 'n roll or blues, an electric guitar would most likely be the best choice, but then you'll also have to shop for an amplifier as well. If you want to play classical, fiingerstyle, or flamenco, your best bet is a nylon string classical guitar. Acoustic or acoustic electric are the best guitar for folk music. Of course you'll also have to think about how much you have to spend. If the guitar is for your child, you have to determine how serious he/she is: is it a passing ineterest or do you think he will stick with it?
There are many brands and styles of guitars to choose from. On the internet is a wealth of information about which brands get the best reviews. When you start looking at those brands you're already starting with guitars that other people are happy with. When you're at the music store, it's best to not be in a rush to buy the first guitar you come across and like. Play many guitars and compare how each handles and sounds. Don't be afraid to ask questions and get all the warranty information. If you are buying online, make sure you know the return policy,
Gibsons and Martins are among the high end name brands although they usually come with a high end price. You can find a decent Yamaha, Fender, Takamine, or Epiphone at a low to mid range price. Most of these brand name acoustic guitars have a spruce top and mahogany back and sides. The Canadian made Seagull 56 has received rave reviews as an adult beginners guitar: it has a cedar top and mahogany sides and back. The cheapest child's guitar i found that is a real bang for the buck is the Rogue starter acoustic guitar: it's made of maplewood with a rosewood fretboard. The Hohner Hag - 250 1/2 size Parlor acoustic guitar is another well regarded child's beginner guitar. Taylor and Martin also offer more expensive guitars designed for smaller hands, Personally I like my Jay Turser acoustic for its playability, tone, and the cost of it wasn't to hard on the pocketbook. I hope this information helps the next prospective guitar buyer.
My name is Melinda Judy but I go by Lyndie Diamond. My website is globalsoundstream.com I've had an interest in guitars and other stringed instruments since age 7. I've played professionally most of my adult life and hope to make my music website as entertaining and educational as possible. Please stop by for a visit.
If you have any questions or comments, my email is lyndiediamond@globalsoundstream.com If there is a music topic you would like to find out about let me know. I enjoy doing research and writing.
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