Acoustic Guitar, advice / tips Options

[Hanyo]

Hi all,

Anyone own an acoustic guitar or play an acoustic guitar professionally?

I'm looking to get a beginner guitar, and like always I research the hell out of it before I put out money.

Right now I am eyeing the Yamaha fg700s guitar from guitarcenter for around 200 bucks.

I know the Solid top matters with sound and also the wood its made of determines how good it sound. But this is what i need help with:

I see used guitars sell for 50-100 bucks like the Ibanez SGT130 SAGE, is it worth the savings?



And will i get a better-bang-for-the-buck if i buy a 300 dollar guitar compared to the fg700s?

everyone says test out the guitar before you buy because same model guitars will play differently even when they are brand new. So what am i looking for? I've played other instruments before but that was a very long time ago, so basically i know nothing.

I know i want low action (distance between the strings and the frets) and an adjustable neck. Anything else?

thanks alot.

[richee3]

I'd spend no more than $250 for a starter guitar. You can get a decent guitar for that, just to learn on and practice with. Plus, crap happens. Remember when you first got your driver's license, how you accidentally curbed it a few times here or there, your parking wasn't always perfect, etc.? Playing the guitar is the same way. When you first get one, little accidents will happen. If you've spent a lot of money, then you've accidentally beat up a good instrument. But for $250, you're getting a guitar that will sound alright, look good, and be a great beginner guitar. I recommend Alvarez or Fender for a decent starter guitar.

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product...itar?sku=582312

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product...Pack?sku=510705

I've personally had both of those and can attest that they are both good value for the money. The Fender plays and sounds a little bit better than the Alvarez, but you can't go wrong with either one. Of course, there are better guitars you can buy, and for $500, you can get a decent guitar. The most important thing is just to have fun