Thread: Tell me about buying a guitar

So obviously I want a new guitar. I'm not exactly a beginner, but I definitely wouldn't call myself "experienced" either. And I know nothing about types of guitars. I've been playing for little over a year, but not very consistently, I just teach myself a few songs if I have free time. I want an acoustic steel-string, but I'm not sure exactly what to get. If you know a lot about body type, finish, string gauges, etc., what kind of things would you suggest?

I'm good at fingerpicking, but can't always make that great of a sound when strumming because I can't really use a pick. I used to, but found it easier to play without it, and now I just can't seem to get myself to feel comfortable playing with a pick again. right now I have a classical nylon string.

I don't know much about acoustic guitars, but I think epiphone is a good brand for someone who is not a beginner but isn't an expert. Mine was $500. If I were to get another guitar by epiphone, i would probably not get the Les Paul because the body is kind of annoying when you are sitting down and trying to play. A Fender is in the same range of experience I think. I am no expert on this though.

From what I have picked up from my friends who play and my own experience, buying a guitar is one of those things that I feel that it falls into the category of - You get what you pay for.
You buy something cheap and that's exactly what you can expect out of it.

That's about the only advice I feel comfortable giving.

On this Forum there is a guitar wars thread. There are a lot of VERY talented members. Those members would be a very good place to start.

Good luck - have fun

Well, I wouldn't trade my custom painted Randy Rhodes Jackson for any guitar out there.


But what you should probably do is go test driving so to speak. Go and play some and see how they feel. After you play a few different kinds, you should be able to tell which ones you like better.

ok... I've found a couple guitars on a site that I think seem good. I can't afford anything more expensive than this... which do you think would be more worth the money?

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/p...tar?sku=518438

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/p...tar?sku=516112

Those both look like pretty good guitars for the price range. They both have solid wood tops, which will help the tone and volume. Spruce is generally considered superior to sitka, so the Epiphone has the edge there. On the other hand, I personally adore satin finishes, so in my book that's major points for the Luna. Beyond the cosmetic aspects, I think it actually makes the guitar sound better, although it offers less protection from humidity and etc.

I'd say that's a pretty tough choice. If pressed I would probably go for the Epiphone. They are a good, reliable brand and you can't argue with a solid spruce top. Plus you save a bit of cash. Also, it seems like more of the money for the Luna is going towards cosmetic features.

rondomusic.net

if you're a beginner, it doesn't really matter too much what brand of guitar you get. i used to buy my cheap ones at that website. as for how it looks, just get what you like