If you are interested in learning how to play guitar, the first thing you need to do is choose a guitar. While you don't need the best one money can buy, it is important that you choose one you enjoy playing and feel comfortable with. Here are some helpful tips when it comes to buying a new guitar.

Don't Shy Away From Used Guitars

Many people want to purchase a brand new guitar, but there are some excellent used guitars in good quality. These are often guitars purchased for someone who thought they would play more but didn't up finishing their lessons or only picked up the guitar a handful of times. These guitars are nearly identical to brand new guitars, except that they have been handled by someone else first. Take a look at the music store's used guitars and consider purchasing one. It will save you some money and allow you to get a better brand than what you can afford if purchasing it new.

Consider Your Music Preferences

A big decision to make if you are thinking of taking guitar lessons is to decide between acoustic and electric. A good way to make the decision is to think about your music preferences. If you are someone that likes folk, jazz, or country music, you might prefer an acoustic guitar. For rock music fans, consider an electric guitar. Aside from these qualities, also think of the benefits of each guitar. For example, the strings on an electric guitar are lighter and easier for some people to use, but the guitar is heavier and less mobile. Acoustic guitars are lighter and easier to carry around and might end up costing you less money.

Ask Your Music Teacher For Suggestions

While you might know the basic type of guitar you want, choosing between different models and brands can be difficult. If you are new to playing guitar, choosing the right one might prove to be more difficult than you thought. It helps to ask your music teacher for some suggestions. They will likely provide you with a list of high-quality guitars that are easy to handle and work good for people who are just starting to play guitar.

Get a Good Feel For the Guitar

At the end of the day, you want a guitar you like and that feels comfortable to use. Even if it isn't the best guitar in the music store, if it is something you like the look and feel of, it will be a good purchase. This is why it is important to pick up the guitar you are considering, get a good feel for it, and handle it as if you were playing it.

 For more information about buying guitars or other musical instruments, contact a local music store.