Should i get an acoustic or electric guitar??

Question

ok, so ive nvr played the guitar, so i wanna learn.
do u think i shuld start out with an acoustic or electric guitar??

Answer 1

I vote that you begin with an acoustic guitar. It builds strength in your fingers and tests your motivation to play until the calluses come. There is a strong sense of determination and drive that must be present for the beginner if he or she wants to learn to play the guitar. An acoustic guitar can provide that impetus.

Furthermore, acoustics can be taken anywhere to play. Electric guitars must have an amplifier, patch cords, and an electrical outlet. They may be easier to play at the onset, but they can also be a hindrance to strong habits to build.

Get an acoustic, learn as many chords and their progressions, and after two years you can make a better decision whether or not to buy an electric guitar.

Answer 2

An acoustic is probaby best for a first guitar. You can play without electrical power or amplification and the acoustic will require a little more disciplined technique from you. Once you migrate to an electric guitar, a whole new layer of complexity comes in the form of amp choices, amp settings, effects pedals, etc. It's best to get the basics down first (i.e. with an acoustic) before taking on these other variables.

By the way, acoustic-electric models are available - they are usually acoustic guitars with pickups of some sort installed. You can play an acoustic-electric just like an acoustic, or plug the guitar into an amplifier. That way you can also get some, but not all of the benefits of an electric guitar. A true electric will usually sound better through an amp by virtue of better pickups, better action, slimmer neck design, and probably several other reasons that I'm not even aware of.

Answer 3

The theory that you should start with an acoustic is completely bunk. Start out with the one that is most often used in the style of music that you like. If you like folk rock, or country start with an acoustic. If you like metal start with an electric. Start with the one that you think that you will play more. If your vision of your self as a guitar player includes standing on a marshall stack throwing out screaming rock solos then an acoustic guitar is going to leave you wanting more. If you picture yourself playing songs around a campfire then get an acoustic.

Each is different and requires different techniques, different touch, etc. The techniques for making an electric scream can't be learned on an acoustic.

Answer 4

An acoustic would be more cost effective and help build strength and flexibility in your fingers. When you think you're ready move onto an electric and you'll see how some acoustics are harder to play than electrics and you'll be glad you started out with an acoustic.
Besides you may stick with the acoustic... Many people believe Bob Dylan sounds best on acoustic. It's all on you.

Answer 5

I don't know that there are any "pros or cons" to any of these instruments. I've been a guitar player for 40 years, and I own one of each kind of guitar. Each guitar has a different sound and purpose, and they are used accordingly. I normally use one of my electrics for performing or recording. The signal is strong and hot, and can give me a wide variety of sounds. I use my acoustic more for things like outdoor campfires and such. It has a very rich, natural sound. I use the acoustic-electric on stage, to give that rich, natural sound with a stronger signal.

Answer 6

>>Pricewise - acoustic first, if you like it, you can graduate to electric later on. Especially if you're left handed...

>>Acoustic is good for disciplining yourself ~ you'll soon discover whether the guitar is right for you or not.
Nylon strings to begin with, until your fingertips become calloused (steel strings can cut your fingers when youre a beginner. ~ I started with 12 steel stringed ~ man, did my fingers bleed...Someone once told me you can dab Methylated spirits onto your fingertips ~ DEFINITELY NOT on broken skin though ~ to help develop callouses more quickly)

>>Or try a Semi-Acoustic, that way you'll have both.
Semi-acoustic can be plugged into an amp - has pick ups.

Answer 7

Acoustic.

Answer 8

Definitely acoustic. It's harder to learn than the electric, so once you do, you'll be AMAZING with an amp!

Answer 9

Acoustic. It is less expensive, just in case you find out that guitar isn't your thing.

Answer 10

electric