Please specify a model if u know any..or just give me an idea..let it not be too expensive!
2006-09-07 21:59:56 · 6 answers · asked by Darth Nazgul 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Other - Entertainment
I would go to a music store then ask the sales clerks to recommend a starter instrument for you.
Here's some things to check:
sight along the neck for straightness
check for any fret buzz by playing each string at each fret. Make sure there are no loose frets and any inlays or binding is securely attached.
Turn the volume and tone knobs, if hear a scratching noise, the pots need to be cleaned or replaced.
Verify the toggle switches between the pick ups.
It's standard to ground the strings in order to reduce radio interfence. This is very dangerous if equipment is not grounded properly. I always remove the ground wire, if the guitar is properly shielded there is no need to ground the strings.
2006-09-07 22:21:57 · answer #1 · answered by Kainoa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say how much you was too expensive, but here is my two cents. In the $500 range I would look at Schecter(sp?), PRS SE line, Ibanez or Epiphone and then let your personal style of guitar. If you like Les Pauls then the obvious choice would be Epi or the PRS SE ( I am jonesin' to get a SE Soapbar!!). If your like the strat style guitars then Ibanez ( I own 2 - which I love) or a Schecters - I have played friend's, the archtop'd, fixed bridge, double humbucker, sunburst finish and it was nice!! I would suggest gettin out and takin what ever you like for test drive - if you have a bud who plays take him with you. I am always game for going to the Guitar Center and testing out axes for people. Good luck and have fun!!!
2006-09-08 10:14:42 · answer #2 · answered by School of Rock 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fenders & Gibsons are very good quality brands, but sometimes the best way to choose the right guitar for you, is to think about your favorite guitarist, or a musician whose sound you really like & research what type of guitar they use. (This information, is sometimes listed right in the album jacket of a cd or cassette...you can also check out their websites.)
The type & style of music that you want to play, may be more geared to a particular brand & model & finding out what the professionals use, can be a helpful starting point.
2006-09-08 05:16:28 · answer #3 · answered by greengirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought a Washburn Lyon from Target for $119. comes with intsructional DVD, amp, strap, picks,soft carrying case,electronic tuner, and whammy bar. It was a steal. Ok, then I got my whammy bar stuck inthe threads, it wouldn't turn. So I took it to the music shop for repair, my guy fixed it and gave it wale, he's been playing all his life, he said for the brand and the price I paid, my guitar rocked and he'd play it himself anytime. So.... GO GET ONE and ROCK ON!!!!
2006-09-08 05:09:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to musicians friend.com or music 123.com both sites are stuffed full of instruments and are a good place to get an idea of what your after
2006-09-08 05:06:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should try building one.
Its not that hard and it will teach you alot about the guitar.
2006-09-08 05:07:08 · answer #6 · answered by the nothing 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋