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In order to be even more helpful to beginner guitarists, most of whom want to save as much money as possible until they're used to guitar playing, CheapGuitarists is working on a beginners guitar guide. While it is somewhat sparse now, it will be regularly updated with new links, articles, and recommendations until it is a comprehensive resource. Keep on rocking!
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When you’re going to college, you need an amp that will let you rock out without raising the ire of your roommate or neighbors. Luckily, there are plenty of impressive amps that both sound good at lower volumes and can hang with a band if necessary. We’ve compiled a list of five.
Beginners who want to learn the electric guitar are going to need amplification. Playing an un-amplified electric will encourage bad habits such as an unnecessarily heavy pick attack. Of course, the number of amplifiers available rivals the number of guitars available, so choosing one can be a daunting task. Use this list to help you choose!
This isn’t a buyer’s guide or how-to so much as it is a disclaimer. Readers of this site may have noticed that we often highlight the big music corporations and leave some of the smaller companies out in the cold. That’s because we’re looking to simply and streamline the guitar and equipment search for players who don’t have the time or money to search the ends of the Earth to find the best stuff.
Often, beginner guitarists choose to start with an acoustic guitar rather than an electric. Whether this is because of the type of music, saving mom’s ears, or just personal preference, learning to play on an acoustic guitar is a little different. Beginner acoustic guitars, look no further: this is the guide for you!
This site was made to help all budget minded guitarists get the most out of inexpensive guitars. However, there are a lot of new guitarists out there who just want to find the best guitar without getting ripped off. However, part of being new is not knowing what to look for. Luckily, this beginners guitar help guide will help the newbie guitarist with some common terms and things to look for in a cheap guitar. Happy searching!
Being a budget conscious guitarist means coming to terms with the fact that you’re not always going to be able to purchase top of the line name-brand equipment. Gibson Les Pauls and Fender Deluxe Telecasters are indeed a dream to play, but they demand constant care and fear of damaging your investment. For the price of one of these top of the line guitars, you could have several just as reliable instruments with similar features and attention to detail. If you’re willing to look past the name on a head stock, there are plenty of guitar-makers out there who are making quality products similar to the big-names but at a far more reasonable price point.
Oftentimes a thread will pop up on a guitar forum asking if any famous musicians still hold onto their cheap gear or even continue buying inexpensive guitars. If such a thought has ever crossed your mind, check out our famous cheap guitarists article.
It’s hard to have an overview of cheap guitar gear without mentioning the Boss DS-1. Its stock distortion sound is polarizing to say the least, with reviews ranging anywhere from incredibly negative to near fanaticism for this compact pedal. Love it or hate it, the distinct orange hue of the Boss DS-1 can be spotted in many guitarists’ pedalboards, amateur and pro alike.
Check out our best guitar for beginners article
If you're new to guitar or looking to start, read this article to learn what inexpensive guitars are best for beginners!
Take a look at this help guide for some common guitar terms, what to look for in an inexpensive guitar, and good habits for the beginner guitarist!
Find out how to buy cheap guitars effectively
This short article will tell you the basics of how to find guitar deals and save money while finding the best quality gear!