Question: Do you know of a decent acoustic guitar i could purchase from a store- like at guitar center- that is in the $100-$150 range?
Other info: My boyfriends prized acoustic guitar was 'misplaced' when he moved out here last June and since he has been 'stuck' with just his bass. So i was thinking of getting him a new acoustic guitar for christmas- only we're expecting our second child soon so money is super tight and at the most I can only afford 150 dollars.... but I know zero about them and don't want to get a piece of crap- so any advice? suggestions?
** he's been playing for over 15 years... so he's not even near 'a beginner'
2006-12-20 18:59:38 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Other - Entertainment
Ibanez and Yamaha both make great quality instruments. I'm a musician and have been for almost 35 years. When it comes to acoustic (hollow wooden) guitars, I prefer Yamaha acoustics, and I have two 6-strings and one 12-string made by them. I also have two 6-strings made by Ibanez.
The main thing to ask yourself is what kind of music does he play on it? Will he be playing classical? Then buy him one with nylon strings. The difference between the classical guitars and others is that the strings are slightly further apart, and those nylon strings will not allow "bending" of the notes when he plays it.
However, If he plays country, rock, or other styles, then you'll probably want to get him one pictured in the GuitarCenter.com link I've attached below.
Boy, I wish I had a girlfriend like you that would buy ME a guitar for Christmas! He's one lucky dude...
Merry Christmas!
2006-12-20 19:16:02 · answer #1 · answered by Big Mack 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An advanced guitar player would tell you that a music instrument is like a pair of shoes. You could get a nice Francisican Guitar with nylon strings and close string gap from the frets alright, but with the 150, he might find an upgrade model more to his hand in say a pawn shop or something.
2006-12-20 19:02:37 · answer #2 · answered by James M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-03 15:03:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've played guitar for 30 years. I just bought a Carlo Robelli for $119.00 at Sam Ash. It plays and sounds fine. A guitar that is setup properly will play and sound pretty good. The one I bought also as a pickup so he can plug into an Amplifier. I have no guitar that I've payed more than $400.00 for. An they all play just as good, sound as good, as a guitar costing thousands.
I also saw a Carlo Robelli for $149.00 but didn't play it. Make sure they get you one out of the back and not one that's been hanging by it's neck on the wall.
2006-12-21 06:37:40 · answer #4 · answered by Carp 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't want to disappoint you as you seem to be in a festive spirit, BUT, it will be difficult to find a new guitar for $150 that will be appropriate for someone who has played 15 yrs..You might look on the web for good used ones, or call local shops for same. You should find someone who knows about guitars to help you get the best you can find.
2006-12-20 19:14:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yamaha CGs104 lists for $250 but you can get one for $150 if you live by a Guitar Center outlet or someone that will match prices. I have had a CG model Yamaha for 15 years and still play on it...
keyword: musicians friend on google but it's to late to get it by Xmas...
2006-12-20 19:08:52 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a washburn D-100 I like it good jamming guitar It is no martin or gibson but it sounds nice and warm. Musiciansfriend.com or guitar center should have them. You might want to buy new strings with it the strings that come on them sound not bad but not great thats for sure.
2006-12-20 21:33:25 · answer #7 · answered by Bleed the Freak 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
epiphone has a really nice acoustic guitar for like $110, i own it. also fender usually offers one at around $150. i would really go look. but just stick with name brands so you know what your getting, and the big companies will give good waranties for free. go look on www.musiciansfriend.com and you can search different prices too
2006-12-21 16:51:33 · answer #8 · answered by cory s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually ibanez or epiphone has acoustics in that price range.
2006-12-20 19:07:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋