what do i look for when i want to buy a very nice acoustic guitar?

Question

i don't plan on spending more than $420.00

Answer 1

you look for an acoustic guitar and make sure its not a banjo and they tell you its a guitar

Answer 2

If you are buying new(I horsetrade acoustics from time to time), it would depend upon the type of music that you intend to play-fingerstyle, classical, bluegrass, etc. In a new or used acoustic, start with the obvious- the outside should be clean, and any nicks, scratches, etc should be noted. Look for evidence of any repaired cracks, particularly in the neck. If professionally done and the seller has a receipt from a luthier or music shop, OK(but it's still a chip on your side when it comes to making an offer). Play(or have someone play so you can listen) and see how the guitar sounds-if it sounds 'dead'-shake it-if there's a rattle inside, it would appear to inicate loose bracing-it may be an expensive repair. Take a good straightedge and check the neck-there should be a slight bow- the strings should be in tune both at the nut and 12th fret.

I'm aware that you may fall in love with a guitar(hey, happens to all of us)-but there is more than one brand out there(My personal favorite in your price range is the Seagull S6) and another "deal of a lifetime" will come along- if you're not completely happy with what you think you're getting, WALK! There's always another music store or someone selling a guitar.......Good Luck!

Answer 3

You can get some very nice guitars in that price range. Taylor and Martin both offer smaller model guitars in that range, as do other companies. If you're going to play the guitar yourself, the very most important thing is how the guitar feels and sounds to you. Some cheaper guitars have a very high action, making them much more difficult to learn on, others have poorly constructed bodies, making the sound much lower quality, others are aesthetically unpleasing, making them less enjoyable to play. Guitars are like cars - take several out for test drives and figure which fits your own style and skill level best.

If you visit a reputable guitar dealer with a fairly broad selection, he or she will be able to show you guitars within your price range, give you information on the construction of each, and help find what fits you best.

I'd recommend that you don't buy until you play at least five or six different guitars from different companies to really get a feel for which appeals most.

Answer 4

if you aren't sure what to look for, then i take it you are a beginning musician...so no more than 420 will do you just fine
it really depends on the person i hate to say it
personally, i really enjoy my newest guitar the most which is an acoustic CUT AWAY with a FAIR SIZED BODY...NYLON STRING...ELECTRIC ATTACHMENT(seriously comes in handy when playing jigs or in front of an audience!!...i used to use this special mic which i had to tape on to my classical! it hardly even worked half the time so many times i needed a mic shoved in my way...bummer mahn!)anyways...i really like it when the strings hit the frets nice and easily...(my newest cost around 280)which means they are lowered further down...very nice! try some out at a shop and just see what you like the feeling and sound of best -- it is so personal
have fun!!!
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xaooooo!!!!:D

Answer 5

In that price range you can get a great acoustic.

You just want to find one with a deep/rich sound and one that plays well.

When I look for acoustics, I try to find one that has the deep sound, but doesn't have "stiff" feeling strings. I like the strings to bend similar to an electric, but still provide a good tone.

I would recommend an Alvarez, Yamaha, or a Fender model.

If you can find a Taylor acoustic that you can afford, it is by far the best in my opinion.

Good luck.

Answer 6

He could play a number of guitars then %. then one he likes. you merely write the verify :). he will rejoice with it with out it being a "wonder!" right it is the guitar you're going to play for some thing of your lifestyles. There are some sturdy web pages like elderly gadgets, First high quality music grant, Maury's music, yet nevertheless that is perfect to play the device first. some interior sight shops are coming down in value to compete, so that you may no longer be paying that a lot more beneficial. The interior sight shop could also make ameliorations to the device to make it play merely how he likes it. sturdy success. You sound like a large son or daughter.

Answer 7

Check the neck for any irregularities and make sure to pluck each string moving up and down the fretboard to hear if there are any buzzes. A buzz occurs when a fret is either too high or too low and the vibration of the string is touching another fret (which will play havoc on your intonation). Avoid buzzing frets at all costs!

Answer 8

If you are limited on funds for a nice acoustics, I would check out the pawn shops. You can find nice used instruments for lots cheaper than say at a new merchandise music store or from a magazine.
Just be sure to look down the neck to make sure it isn't warped and check out the body for stress cracks. You might also look at the setup on the neck to make sure the strings aren't too far away from the neck or too close.
If you're looking for brand names check out the Martin, they are very nice.

Answer 9

Do you want all acoustic or maybe able to plug in.?? Do you want a six or twelve string???. I prefer the sound of a twelve...What color?? It will ultimately be your decision. I had a chance to buy a 12 string for $150 and as I was looking at it, the sales lady said maybe I rather have one with a different neck or maybe a 6 string...I didn't buy it...Her loss....

Answer 10

Spruce top! Straight neck. Quality tuners. Easy playability. Great, clear sound. Never go without a nice hardshell case. At the price you are planning for, you should do fine.

Answer 11

C.F. Martin guitars.

OK, just for Terrigrrl, you can go to http://www.mguitar.com to check out Martin guitars by price. In my defense, they do have guitars for under $420.00! :) :)