skymedic 0 #1 December 10, 2004 I know I dont hang out here on these boards too often anymore but wanted to ask a question. I have just started to learn to play. just know a couple of chords. having a ton of fun with it. all on an old beat up classical guitar. I am wanting an electric guitar for Xmas. any idea's or opinions on some of the cheaper ones out there? oh..any good guitar sites you could recomend??? gotta love a guitar by the campfire at night ya know??? peace, marc Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #2 December 10, 2004 Good quality+Low price=Ibanez They have starter sets, includes the guitar, a small amp, carrying case, electronic tuner and other goodies, for under $300 (at least they used to be)__________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unformed 0 #3 December 10, 2004 I just started learning a little while ago. I liked this site for some initial learning: http://members.iinet.net.au/~pgt/tuolgt.htmlThis ad space for sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #4 December 10, 2004 http://www.musiciansfriend.com/ These guys have good prices.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kamih 0 #5 December 10, 2004 Like Ivan said, get an Ibanez. They have an amazing price/quality ratio. I own 2 and I think they sound better than some popular multi-thousand dollar guitars.. http://www.ibanez.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #6 December 10, 2004 I agree with Ivan. For decent quality at a decent price.....go with Ibanez. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowwhite 0 #7 December 10, 2004 QuoteI agree with Ivan. For decent quality at a decent price.....go with Ibanez. I have a little experience in this field, having owned/managed a music store for 26 years, and having made about 100 guitars (they aren't cheap, don't ask) Anyway, the Ibanez idea is a good one, but buy whatever you buy from a music store, and have a guitar player play it for you, all the way up the neck. When you buy online or from a magazine, you may get a VERY unplayable guitar that will require quite a bit of work. I used to plan to make about 6 to 8 thousand dollars in Jan and Feb, just fixing junk Christmas presents, purchased from warehouses.skydiveTaylorville.org freefallbeth@yahoo.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #8 December 10, 2004 I don't have any of your experience, but the two guitars I purchased from Musicians friend were in good shape. They also say that all the instruments are tested and adjusted by a guitar technician before they are shipped. But again that is only my personal experience with them.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuckbrown 0 #9 December 10, 2004 QuoteGood quality+Low price=Ibanez What he said. Great guitars for the price. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adamjenner 0 #10 December 10, 2004 I've been playing for 6 years, got 4 guitars and a shit load of guitar stuff. you can go with a fender starter kit if you want to go real cheap but the guitar will only last you about 2 years before you have to have $300 worth of work done to it (like me but now the guitar is ripping sweet) Go with an ibanez or epiphone Are you looking to do rythmn later on or maybe lead guitar? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taylor610 0 #11 December 10, 2004 There are a number of different guitars out there, try a few at a local store. Tell them what you are doing and they will help you out. Ck your local papers in the classifieds, you will always find something there. Might sound corny, but go play quite a few different one. The "feel" of the guitar is what you need to decide on. If it feels good in your hands, you're gonna play it more! Of course...you could always buy a Taylor... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MichaelC 0 #12 December 10, 2004 I'll go with Ivan on this as well! I got an Ibanez RG 570 back 1989 and it is still my favorite guitar. I also have another Ibanez and an old Kramer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #13 December 10, 2004 Quote Anyway, the Ibanez idea is a good one, but buy whatever you buy from a music store, and have a guitar player play it for you, all the way up the neck. I couldn't agree more. I've been playing for close to 14 years and have come across many people who have bought nasty guitars out of catalogs or online. This is very good advice. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #14 December 10, 2004 I'll agree with everyone on here who said Ibanez and who said "Don't get one online" and who said,"Bring an experienced player with you." Ibanez's are great guitars for the price. I personally do not own one (being a Gibson afficianado), but they are fantastic buys. Some guitars just are not very playable, and you won't know that until you or someone else plays it. I almost bought a gorgeous SG, until I took the first look down the neck and found it warped beyond repair. Also, you may want a certain sound. So, have a guitar playing buddy come with you to demonstrate the instrument. You will have no trouble with a friend doing this for you, since all of us love the chance to try out new guitars. Finally, make sure that you get a set-up done. Otherwise, you may be disappointed in an otherwise great instrument. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #15 December 10, 2004 I've always had a thing for Gibson SG's... Ooh, look at the pretty SG: http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7/g=guitar/search/bigpid/base_id/35995/ But they're not cheap.... Epiphone makes one that is similar, but I've never actually played on an Epiphone so I don't know how they compare (though I'd imagine it would be pretty good for a first guitar)... http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7/g=guitar/search/d=tp?q=epiphone+sg (I never had much of a knack for playing the electric guitar anyway, so the only guitar I still have is my classical.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #16 December 10, 2004 Epiphones are reasonable, but they lack the same construction, wood and resonance of a Gibson. Think of it like a 300 series BMW. Sure, it's made by BMW, but a Ford Taurus is a better car, but is not BMW. They are good for a first guitar (my buddy liked how it sounded when I played it), especially if you don't stick with it - like my buddy did. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccurley 1 #17 December 10, 2004 Why electric? If you want to play around the campfire you'll need a long lead. You could consider a decent acoustic. Yamaha is great value for money. I have a 1976 model FG160 and it sounds and plays almost as good as my Martin J1. Either way, acoustic or electric, I have always advised beginers who I have taught to invest in a good quality instrument. If you buy something cheap, and then don't continue with it, your stuck with a guitar you can't sell it off for anything close to what you paid. (there are more people out there in this position then you may imagine, just like students who never get past the first few dozen jumps) Buy some thing decent, and if you continue you'll love it, if you don't you can get most of your money back when you sell it.Watch my video Fat Women http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRWkEky8GoI Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
payback462 0 #18 December 10, 2004 ACOUSTIC! i started out on bass, then some guitar,(then bought many, many thousands of dollars of high end amps toys and gadgets) then sold it all but my fretless to skydive, then i got some money and the chance to do it right, so i went and got a TAYLOR! get a baby taylor, they can be had for around $300 at most places and around $260 from musicians friend. a little more then ibanez but the value for your dollar isnt even close. ive never picked up a taylor that didnt sound awesome or play perfectly. that, a hardshell case, a humidifier, a quality tuner and some picks, and youve got all you need to LEARN and nothing to DISTRACT you (except a beeeutiful geetar) although what do i know, i just figured out i like harmonica better anyways! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccurley 1 #19 December 11, 2004 Quotenever picked up a taylor that didnt sound awesome or play perfectly Agreed! Very good value for money.Watch my video Fat Women http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRWkEky8GoI Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n2skdvn 0 #20 December 11, 2004 this is what i have gibson marauderif my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowwhite 0 #21 December 11, 2004 QuoteI'll agree with everyone on here who said Ibanez and who said "Don't get one online" and who said,"Bring an experienced player with you." Ibanez's are great guitars for the price. I personally do not own one (being a Gibson afficianado), but they are fantastic buys. Some guitars just are not very playable, and you won't know that until you or someone else plays it. I almost bought a gorgeous SG, until I took the first look down the neck and found it warped beyond repair. >never met a guitar that I couldn't repair (and yes, this includes those run over by cars, and airplanes, and saved from burning buildings.) just gets really expensive and frustrating to have a guitar in the shop for weeks to months Finally, make sure that you get a set-up done. Otherwise, you may be disappointed in an otherwise great instrument. >btw, the SET UP SHOULD BE FREE> if it is not, they are ripping you off. Any self respecting music store is gonna take care of their customers by making sure that they can play the instrument the minute they leave the store. That is why you buy from a music store to begin with. I never charge for set-up, unless some cheap ass has purchased a piece of junk online. If that is the case the instrument is the LAST thing repaired in the repair line. Takes a while... oh yea, I agree on the Taylor comment,,,,,,,how much did you say you could spend??? Takamine makes a great accoustic, accoustic/electric, best by Consumer reports, but here again,,,how much did you say you were spending?skydiveTaylorville.org freefallbeth@yahoo.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #22 December 11, 2004 www.chordfind.com That's the site to end sites.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #23 December 11, 2004 well I already have an acoustic at home...and want to venture into the electric world. it's fun to think of all the aural possibilities with them. thanks for all the idea's and comment's keep em comin. i'm learning tons here. Marc otherwise known as Mr.Fallinwoman.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #24 December 11, 2004 please excuse this question if it sounds stupid...but what's a humbucker? and what's a tremelo? what's single coil vs double coil pick ups? I know it all changes the tone...but HOW??? Marc otherwise known as Mr.Fallinwoman.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adamjenner 0 #25 December 11, 2004 Quoteplease excuse this question if it sounds stupid...but what's a humbucker? and what's a tremelo? what's single coil vs double coil pick ups? I know it all changes the tone...but HOW??? Humbucker is a type of pickup as is single coil. Humbuckers are more or less used for a heavier, and more clear sound. Most guitars you see have hums on them. Single coils in my opinon...i hate them. they're weak, and i just can't stand them haha but other slike em . the Temolo is the big metal contraption down by the pickups that lets you "vibrate" the strings in and out of pitch. so when you hear someone's guitar go from a high pitch to a low one (almost like a dive) they're pushing down on the whammy bar which is connected to the tremolo. I attached a picture to show you what the two different pickups look like and a tremolo system. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
