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Beth
I have been wanting to play guitar for a while and my parents are going to get me one for my birthday, i was wondering what would be a good sized acoustic guitar to start on? or a specific brand? i am left handed if that makes a difference. my boyfriend has a full sized guitar and i cant even get my arm over it, so thats too big, any suggestions?
Answer
Tons of info on how to pick your first one: http://www.firstguitar.com/Articles/HowtoChoosetheRightGuitar.html
If you are small, like the size of most pre-teens, you may need to use an older child's size guitar. Chances are you can use an adult sized one, you just have to find the right body style.
As for brands, Yamaha has some of the best from the low to the very high end, and their "low-moderate" priced ones are amazingly good compared to their price-equals. I suggest going to a guitar store and having the pros there walk through the differences with you so you can really pick out the best one for you. Each brand and style has its own sound (some sound more metallic, some sound more harp-like). You really want to avoid the super cheap ones, especially those that come in boxed sets with lots of "stuff". They sound exactly like what you paid for. :)
One tip from doing this process recently: painted guitars are a LOT cheaper than the ones with beautiful wood and clear varnish. This is because they can use uglier looking wood to make great sound. The nice shiny opaque layer of lacquer hides cosmetic wood flaws. Beautiful wood that is also perfectly carved and flawlessly grown is expensive.
Tons of info on how to pick your first one: http://www.firstguitar.com/Articles/HowtoChoosetheRightGuitar.html
If you are small, like the size of most pre-teens, you may need to use an older child's size guitar. Chances are you can use an adult sized one, you just have to find the right body style.
As for brands, Yamaha has some of the best from the low to the very high end, and their "low-moderate" priced ones are amazingly good compared to their price-equals. I suggest going to a guitar store and having the pros there walk through the differences with you so you can really pick out the best one for you. Each brand and style has its own sound (some sound more metallic, some sound more harp-like). You really want to avoid the super cheap ones, especially those that come in boxed sets with lots of "stuff". They sound exactly like what you paid for. :)
One tip from doing this process recently: painted guitars are a LOT cheaper than the ones with beautiful wood and clear varnish. This is because they can use uglier looking wood to make great sound. The nice shiny opaque layer of lacquer hides cosmetic wood flaws. Beautiful wood that is also perfectly carved and flawlessly grown is expensive.
What size of guitar for beginner 11 year old boy?
Blisterphi
My 11 year old son has asked to learn guitar for quite some time. As I look online to purchase a guitar (Likely cheap from Amazon) I see several sizes available. He said he wants a full size which appears to be 38 or 41 inches and acoustic but I don't know. Will he be able to manage it well enough to learn properly or should we shoot for a smaller size? Any input on sizes and what to look for in a beginner guitar is appreciated.
Answer
One problem with smaller size guitars is that they often are just not made very well and can be hard or frustrating to play...but this is common to a degree on many guitars. With a bigger size apparently comes more attention to detail and quality at the factory.
I would just get the full size one.
Be careful to read reviews. Some low end acoustic guitars can be ridiculously hard to play due to poor manufacturing choices and setup.
One problem with smaller size guitars is that they often are just not made very well and can be hard or frustrating to play...but this is common to a degree on many guitars. With a bigger size apparently comes more attention to detail and quality at the factory.
I would just get the full size one.
Be careful to read reviews. Some low end acoustic guitars can be ridiculously hard to play due to poor manufacturing choices and setup.
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