Im Looking to Buy a Guitar

[pete's montreux]

Come on, a hundred bucks is a toy guitar like they sell at Target. At least spend 2-250 and get something used that's a decent name. A hundred dollar guitar will just discourage you from wanting to get better because of piss poor sound and action. Furthermore, if you decide you don't want to play anymore you'll be able to get your money back selling it.

That's not an elitist attitude. That's just common sense.

Who says he has to buy new?

I'm sure Craigslist has a decent selection for $100.

[Fallguy20]

Wow, thanks so much for pulling up those lists for me and offering input, especially RBA, HylianNightmare and TYL. Ill let you know when I make a decision or post what im thinking about before I go with it for your critiquing skills.

[boozehound]

Come on, a hundred bucks is a toy guitar like they sell at Target. At least spend 2-250 and get something used that's a decent name. A hundred dollar guitar will just discourage you from wanting to get better because of piss poor sound and action. Furthermore, if you decide you don't want to play anymore you'll be able to get your money back selling it.

That's not an elitist attitude. That's just common sense.

I dont disagree that going for a better quality (read - no laminates) beginner guitar is probably the way to go.

[Fallguy20]

Hey Booze, what are your thoughts on this?

Amazon

Was this what you had in mind?

[boozehound]

Hey Booze, what are your thoughts on this?

Amazon

Was this what you had in mind?

hmmn, thats not the exact model but it is part of their regent (beginners) line. The one I am thinking of is the 410 model. If you can, I would go try out some of the models on that list RBA posted at a local store and see what you like. That regent could be a decent intro guitar, but its not solid wood. As someone else said, there is a lot of variability in the regents (i recall one that a friend had with some of the worst action ever- partly due to overly heavy strings and poor storage, partly because whoever set the neck at the factory was drunk). The one I have plays nicely and sounds great. I always get compliments on it when other guitarists play it in a songcircle (surprised that it is such a cheap guitar).

here it is on amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Alvarez-RD410S...719115&sr=1-14

[boozehound]

Hey Booze, what are your thoughts on this?

Amazon

Was this what you had in mind?

the one review of the cheaper model (who sounds like hes a mid-level strummer type) was positive

[Fallguy20]

Okay, im definitely going to make sure I play it before I buy it and try out a variety in an actual music store before I decide...

As far as solid wood goes, does how sturdy the guitar is built make a difference in sound and resonance, or is it more the feel that is important? I definitely don't want to spend any cash on something that feels or looks like a toy regardless.

the one review of the cheaper model (who sounds like hes a mid-level strummer type) was positive

I saw that, but im not sure if over the internet is the way to go with buying something like this in case it is low quality or damaged.

[DeuceWallaces]

I would hit Craigslist or the classifieds of your local paper. Factory made guitars like that can vary greatly in quality, and you'll get a ton more value per dollar spent getting something used.

[Fallguy20]

Mmmkay, its a good thing I got some time on my hands then cause it looks like I got some shopping to do... you know, man shopping... like, not female shopping... actually more of a quest then shopping... ya, that makes it sound much much better to my ears. Im on a QUEST for a guitar (and by no means am I shopping).



Again, thanks

[gigantes]

i was watching a blondie video and noticed the guitarist playing this carbon-fiber sucker. holy moly that's a great feature list... including having acoustic qualities! (it's hollow and resonates) it comes in nice color schemes, too:








US$3500, tho.

[outbreak]

bumping a 5 year old thread?

[gigantes]

bumping a 5 year old thread?

i googled "insidehoops guitar."

i got a short list of threads.

this was the best fit from that list.

i don't get paid nearly enough to hunt down "the ultimate ISH guitar thread."

how do you like those apples...?

[outbreak]

i googled "insidehoops guitar."

i got a short list of threads.

this was the best fit from that list.

i don't get paid nearly enough to hunt down "the ultimate ISH guitar thread."

how do you like those apples...?

I guess maybe the OP is still waiting on advice after 5 years.

[CP343]

Come on, a hundred bucks is a toy guitar like they sell at Target. At least spend 2-250 and get something used that's a decent name. A hundred dollar guitar will just discourage you from wanting to get better because of piss poor sound and action. Furthermore, if you decide you don't want to play anymore you'll be able to get your money back selling it.

That's not an elitist attitude. That's just common sense.

I don't play guitar and I know that $100 would be cheap.

[CP343]

i was watching a blondie video and noticed the guitarist playing this carbon-fiber sucker. holy moly that's a great feature list... including having acoustic qualities! (it's hollow and resonates) it comes in nice color schemes, too:








US$3500, tho.

Those look awesome.