So you’re finally doing it huh? Congratulations! I can tell you that learning to play the guitar or any musical instrument in general is one of the most exciting and rewarding things you could ever occupy your time with. Having been a private instructor myself for the past 7 years, I always hear parents talk about how they “wish” that they had learned to play when they were young or they “wish” that they had never given up their music. This section is designed for those of you who are wanting to learn to play the guitar, or have already committed but aren’t really sure what to do next.
Buying a Guitar
Buying guitar to me is like choosing a lover....just kidding. There’s lots of guitars out there...acoustic, electric...6 string, seven string...and they come in a variety of shapes and sizes. “How do I know which one I should get?” You might ask. Here are a few pointers:
| • |
|
Find a store in your area that has a large selection of guitars to look at...and look at every one of them...just so you get a sense of what’s out there. In Toronto, Steve’s Music Store on Queen St has by far the best selection, and the most competitive prices I’ve seen. Wherever you buy, be sure to get a sales assistant to walk you through the different guitars. Often they are the most familiar with what’s in stock and what’s available on the market to fit your needs. Once you’ve decided on a specific model, do some price comparison...call other stores in town and see how much they’re selling that model for.
|
| • |
|
Obviously if you’re just starting, it is not necessary to get the most expensive guitar there is....how much money you want to spend is still entirely up to you, and if you’re on a budget, this can actually be a good thing, because it narrows your selection considerably
|
| • |
|
I do recommend to anyone just starting that they get an acoustic guitar first rather than electric. There are several reasons why...price being one issue, because if you buy an electric guitar,... |
|
