Is it easier to start out with an acoustic guitar or an electic guitar???

Question

any good brands could help to its for my 12 year old sister....i play acoustic though

Answer 1

THE REASON that an electric is easier to learn on is because an acoustic has thicker strings, since there is no electronic amplification. Also, the larger body of an acoustic can get in the way, especially for children. In reality, the differences are minor, and what may make it harder for a beginner to learn may make for a better player in the long run. As far as brands... for a 12 year old beginner I recommend any piece of junk from a pawn shop, with new strings.

Answer 2

Listen, these people obviously don't play guitar. To start out, an electric will be easier on your fingers. The strings are smaller and the frets are usually closer.

So, an electric is easier, but i personally started on an acoustic. I find that this is a good way to start because it forces you to learn the harder of the two first. Then, when she switches over to electric, it will seem a lot easier after having learned on an acoustic.

But there are still drawbacks to learning on the acoustic as well. Although your fingers will usually become stronger, it is hard to develop the chops required to play rock & roll or blues. This is because of the limited ability of bending, tapping, etc.. that the acoustic offers.

That's just from my experience.

as far as brands, don't go with a squire like dude above said. They are cheap and of low quality. If she does get good and plans on taking it seriously, you are just going to have to get a better guitar eventually anyway. Plus, a crappy guitar can inhibit your ability to learn. Not a lot, but still you should go for a better quality guitar.

For an acoustic, I personally like Martin acoustic guitars. If she plans on playing slide, get her a gibson dobro. Really, once she becomes a guitarist she will develop her own taste in guitars.

So the culmination of my little speal is to start her out on a Martin acoustic guitar. If you want her to be badass, have her learn slide guitar. Nobody plays it anymore (well nobody plays it good at least) and they are needed.

Answer 3

Acoustic is cheaper and lighter, so that's probably a better choice. But they're bigger.

I don't think one is harder to play than another.

I would go with an inexpensive Epiphone to start, or maybe an Ibanez, for electric guitars. I'm not familiar with acoustic guitar brands, so I can't help much there.

Answer 4

Acoustic is much easier to start with! Especially if you start with nylon strings. The strings on an accoustic are generally more malleable and easier to press down, etc. It helps build muscle and calluses, which are absolutely necessary! As for a brand, I really don't know. I suggest you get her one with a slim neck.

Answer 5

electric is probably easier, but she'll probably be better off in the long run if she starts off on an acoustic, she'll develop better fingering, voicing, etc., because an acoustic guitar is a little harder to play cleanly

Answer 6

A good brand to star with on acoustic is Fender or ovation..


I play electric and at times acoustic. your choice

Answer 7

well my younger sister is starting off with acoustic. i am starting off with just bass guitar. i guess it just depends on what she would feel more comfortable with. you know acoustic would be kinda easy cuz you can play it anytime and practically anywhere. cuz you don't have to plug in. but if it is easier to learn on well i am not real sure. but Good Luck to both of you!!!

Answer 8

I'd start with acoustic and work up to the electric

Answer 9

Some electric guitars are easier on the fingers.

Answer 10

I would say to start on an acoustic. I guess i'm no expert though, either.