Are you getting ready to buy your first guitar? Since this is going to be your first, you will want to choose a guitar that's right for you. When you start to look you will realize that there are thousands out there, and in every possible price range. But how the heck do you choose your first one?
Don't fall into the trap of buying the guitar based on looks alone. How a guitar is the least important thing when it comes to picking a guitar. More important things to think about are price, quality, and action. If you find one that fits all those factors, and you like the look, then you are well on your way!
First you need to consider the action you want on your guitar. What is action? A guitar's action is how far the strings are off of the fret board. The kind of action you pick will have alot of play the ease of playing the guitar. Try not to get a guitar with high action because it will make it difficult and may end up with you quitting.
So don't forget, high action means harder to play. So pick a guitar with low action. Make it easy on yourself and give yourself the chance to succeed.
Find someone you trust to take to the store to look at guitars. While you should also listen to the sales person, remember why they are there. They want to sell you a guitar, and my try to get you to buy up.
In general, you can find some great guitars from manufacturers like Fender, Ibanez, Gibson, Ovation, and more. All the major manufactures make beginner models made in Mexico or Asia. A decent one should cost you about a few hundred.
You will have to figure out whether you want an acoustic guitar or an electric guitar. This will depend on the styles of music you want to play, and the style of guitar you are interested in buying. Some think an electric guitar is easier to play, and when you practice with a set of ear phones, you can keep the noise level down.
The only down side is the electric guitar will take a bit more equipment. You will need an amp, and eventually effects pedals. Remember, you are getting a guitar to learn to play, and that is most important. Resist the temptation to buy the pretty one with tobacco sun burst!
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