Takamine G-240 Guitar
When it comes to finding an acoustic beginner guitar, there are many things to consider. It may actually be worth spending enough money for a high quality guitar, if you have it. The ease with which the guitar plays and the sound it makes really is related to the quality and price.
If you decide that quality is important then one of the best acoustic beginner guitars you can invest in is the Seagull S6. Priced at around $400-$500, it’s not a play it once and stash in the closet deal. Definitely pricier than what a beginner might want to spend, but the exceptional quality well justifies the price. Even professional guitar players who’ve played and owned huge collections of guitars cherish the Seagull S6. Another high-end acoustic beginner guitar to consider is the Washburn D10S. In the under $500 range, the Washburn D10S has received the top vote in Acoustic Guitar magazine.
There are several good choices priced lower for acoustic beginner guitar players including the Yamaha F310, Takamine G-240 and Fender DG7. If you can only afford the cheapest acoustic model available, you should place the Epiphone DR-100 at the top of your list . Now, this particular guitar, priced reasonably at $120-$150, is truly meant for beginners and, as such, you will have to trade up to a more sophisticated option once your skills have improved considerably.
When you are looking for your first guitar, avoid the very cheap ones. These are actually harder to play and can be hard for even an experienced player. A cheaper made acoustic beginner guitar is just not made well and usually have really high action, meaning there is more space between the strings and the fingerboard than the more expensive guitars. This can make a beginner just give up.
If your budget is going to keep you from spending more than $100 for an acoustic beginner guitar, you should think in terms of a used one. Each secondhand guitar seems to have its own set of quirks. If you see two of the same brand and model in a guitar shop, be sure to try them both. Each will have a somewhat different tone and feel, which guitarists insist reflects the prior owners’ different personalities.
People say you should never buy a guitar from someone who’s a jerk. And while there may not actually be any esoteric elements inherent to the personality of a guitar, the way people treat their guitars tends to be a reflection of the way they treat people. A guitar that’s been cared for and treated properly is going to play better than one that hasn’t. So, even though it may sound fine, if you’re just not completely comfortable with the acoustic beginner guitar you’re trying out, find another one.
If you are a beginner, it’s best to ask the salesperson to demonstrate and play the acoustic beginner guitar you are thinking about buying. An experienced salesperson will know that you, as a beginner, may not know how to play, but you know what you want a guitar to sound like once you have learned. They might just be helping the next big guitar play purchase their first guitar.
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