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Whether you are someone who is just starting to play guitar or someone who has been playing a long time, choosing the right guitar for you is the most important decision you have to make. It doesn't make a difference if you play electric, acoustic, or bass guitar; the steps for this decision are the same and having the right instrument is key. There are three basic concepts that are recommended for making this decision: getting a guitar that has the right specifications, getting a guitar that fits you, and getting the right quality in an instrument.
-Get a Guitar with the Right Specifications
The first step in picking a new guitar is figuring out what specifications you are looking for and then finding them in a guitar. This is a good way to limit down the vast selection of guitars to better fit what you are looking for. When you are a beginner, this may just be eliminating everything except packages designed for beginners or potentially some of the less expensive/entry level guitars. If you are an experienced player looking for a new instrument, this list of specifications is a good place to start while looking at the various different brands.
These specifications can be very simple or they may be more complicated. If you are a beginner, keep it simple. Don't worry about starting on an instrument that is more advanced than normal. Stick with a normal six stringed guitar or four stringed bass and then move up to that more specialized instrument.
-Get a Guitar That Fits You
Once you have narrowed down your search by figuring out what you need from your guitar, you can then determine which one fits you the best. This step has two parts: the functional and the aesthetic. When it comes to the functional side, choosing a guitar that is comfortable to play is critically important. Some of these decisions can be made through research but others may need to be done by actually playing the instrument. It may be more comfortable for you to have a guitar with a short scale neck if you have shorter arms, but if you have longer arms, you may be more comfortable with a longer guitar. The other important things to look at are how hard it is to finger the notes on the guitar are, where your hands would sit, and the difference in comfort of playing while standing vs. in a seated position. A comfortable guitar will always be easier to play.
The aesthetic portion of the selection may seem fairly trivial to some, but it is truly a very important part of the process. The two biggest focuses of these decisions are body shape/size and the guitar finishes. The body shape/size can be influential in two ways: it can make the guitar uncomfortable and it may not fit you or the music you play. It is important to find an instrument that is good for both. There are lots of guitars that look really cool, but sometimes being more conservative and traditional may be the best option. Finally, make sure you pick a color or finish that you will like in the long run. Ask yourself, "Am I still going to like this color/finish a year from now?"
-Get the Right Quality in Your Guitar
The last thing to do is to make sure that the instrument you are buying has the right quality. This is the easiest step in the selection process. If you don't know that much about the instruments you are looking at you should read online customer reviews on the product and ask an expert at your local music store. All companies have different levels of quality. If you are a beginner, don't shoot for an instrument that is of high quality and price. Start at a decent quality, lower priced instrument or package. If you are experienced and looking for a new instrument, don't go backwards in quality. Make sure you stay on the same level or if possible try to get something even better.
If you follow these steps you will certainly be happy with the instrument you purchase and you will be able to enjoy it longer as well. Good luck finding that one guitar that fits you best!
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