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I am about to buy an accoustic guitar, the problem is, I know nothing about them.
I went through a pdf-catalogue of a shop and prices start at €225 'till €3800.
I'm going to buy a second hand one though, but now I get an idea of what it may cost.
Can anyone give advice on what I should spend to have something that sounds a bit decent?
I find these guitars on e-bay for about €100, are they crap? Should I spend more or is that okay?
yes..almost every guitar you find for under 100 $ will be sh!t...unless its some old lady that foind a 1942 gibson in her attic..and though it was worth nothing...and sold it to me :-D
are you a beginer?...if so..i would buy a stagg...or a vernandez...
if you want to step it up..get an ibanez...or alborez...or a gibson..i have 7guitars..an epiphone, and encore(bass) a stagg , a fernandez, 2 gibsons , and an ibanez
Just buy one you like...buying used is very smart...most of mine i bought used...you could get a very nice one for anywhere between 200- 4000 $
Cheers
let me know what you deside
hmm 1st they take my profile pic now my signature hrmm im going to have to start copyrighting things :p
Ok, some of those €100 guitars on e-bay are new. They look okay but I can't judge guitars at all...
Is the difference in sound between a €200 and a €4000 guitar huge?
If I pay like €150 for a second hand one that is only a year old would that be a good deal?
(New price lies definitly above €200)
ButtSniffer, you seem to be talking about electrical guitars, I'm not buying an electric guitar he!
Is this guitar for example crap or not?: http://cgi.benl.ebay.be/ws/eBayISAPI...2&category=621
Description: dreadnought acoustic guitar w/linden top - back & sides : linden - fingerboard & bridge : black stained maple - machine heads: diecast, lack - finish: highgloss - colour: NATUREL
Like most anything else, you'll get what you pay for. If you are serious about learning how to play, then be serious about the quality of your guitar as well. There are all kinds of problems with buying one of lesser quality. Having played elec & accoustics since the 70's, the two accoustics I prefer over all others is a Martin or a Gibson because of their deep rich tone and of course the physical quality. Starting price around $800.00. If you can, visit many guitar shops first and listen closely to the differing brands. If you know someone who has played for a long time, take them with you and have them play some songs on each of the different brands and sit back and listen. Be as picky with your guitar as you are with buying a car or building a computer.
cheers
:o Wow, I'm not going to spend $800 on a guitar, I am a complete beginner you know so....
Sorry about the shock factor el-half, that's starting price for those new. I'm sure you can find used ones with alot of life left in them. You'll want to study up on buying used guitars though. There are some neck and fret issues you'll want to be aware of before you buy.
Is a $225 new guitar worth something?
Some guy in our school has a €500 guitar and he plays the guitar for about 10 years, I thought his guitar sounded GREAT.
You can definetly learn how to play and have a whole lot of fun with that guitar.
You folks have helped me out a bunch so here's some knowledge I can share:
The difference lies in part with the "Tonewoods" used by the builder. Tropical mahogany or maple used on the back and sides with a solid spruce top, and a rosewood fingerboard, are the indicators of a high quality acoustic guitar. Along with craftmanship, that's why the Martin and Gibson are so costly. (Of course the name contributes a huge percent as well)
Playability of your Guitar.
The height of the strings over the fingerboard is generally considered its “action”. If the strings are to close to the frets they may make unintentional contact and buzz against the fret. As your acoustic guitar ages, it may become harder and harder to play. Meaning, it will take more pressure to have the strings make good contact with the frets or fingerboard in the case of fretless guitars. This is caused by an increase of string height over the fingerboard. This “action” is adjusted at the saddle and bridge not at the adjustable neck rod. Usually this adjustment and obtaining the proper neck relief by adjusting the neck rod is completed by a competent repairperson. If someone unknowingly attempts to adjust the action by adjusting the neck rod, severe damage to the neck can result. Most manufactures will not accept responsibility and you must foot the bill for repair. The neck rod is used to adjust the relative straightness of the neck. Since, acoustic guitars literally change shape with the rise and fall of the temperature and humidity. The top will rise and fall. This is called “bellying” and is quite normal. Some times it becomes excess and will affect the playability of your guitar. The base of the fingerboard is attached to the top not to the neck. With the constant pulling of the strings and the changes caused by the environmental factors it may become to high and need adjusting. –Relyt-
I'd go for a 100 Euro guitar, El-Half. Nobody buys a Ferrari as his first car, either.
You start with the basics, and then if you really like playing the guitar, you get the fancy stuff. It's about playing, not about how fancy your guitar is. Nothing worse than someone with an expensive guitar who doesn't even know his chords :)
Well personally I like Epiphone acoustic's, I bought mine at least a year and a half ago as a first guitar and I still enjoy it although I have since got myself a Strat so its not my number one anywmore.
Has a nice kind of steel feel when you are not playing chords which can sound really good.
Can be a bit bulky at first but if you stick with you will love it.
Well, the problem is solved.
I can borrow a guitar from my ex-girlfriend for a few years :)