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Want to buy a new acoustic guitar, but feeling stuck and indecisive? Read some of these reviews for recommended instruments, whether you're a totally new player or seasoned guitarist looking for an additional toy.
There are many things to keep in mind when shopping for an acoustic guitar. These include price, skill of the guitarist (or guitarist-to-be) and the type of music you're considering playing. Many people also place a high value on the finish or looks of the instrument. No matter how good it sounds, if it looks crappy you'll not enjoy playing it.
For a complete list of things to look out for when purchasing a new instrument, see the guitar buying tips article.
Nearly everyone has a budget when shopping for a new guitar. Knowing the price range your working in will also help you establish which brands to go for, since certain brands cater more to low or high end level budgets.
Below is a selection of guitars rated as gear of the year for 2011 according to the official Acoustic Guitar Magazine. These are organized by price range - click on the picture of the guitar you're interested in:
There are many things to keep in mind when shopping for an acoustic guitar. These include price, skill of the guitarist (or guitarist-to-be) and the type of music you're considering playing. Many people also place a high value on the finish or looks of the instrument. No matter how good it sounds, if it looks crappy you'll not enjoy playing it.
For a complete list of things to look out for when purchasing a new instrument, see the guitar buying tips article.
Nearly everyone has a budget when shopping for a new guitar. Knowing the price range your working in will also help you establish which brands to go for, since certain brands cater more to low or high end level budgets.
Below is a selection of guitars rated as gear of the year for 2011 according to the official Acoustic Guitar Magazine. These are organized by price range - click on the picture of the guitar you're interested in:
Detailed acoustic guitar reviews on some of the most popular prized acoustic instruments. You'll want to get your hands on one of these soon enough.
Guitars under $500
Guitars between $500 - $1000
Guitars over $1000
Martin GPCPA1
Taylor GS Mini
Guild F47R
Washburn WD 10SCE
Hohner EL-SD
Alvarez RD4102C
Gretsch G5120
Gretsch G100CE
Looking for an electric guitar instead? Head over to the electric guitar review section.
For more reviews, have a look at the cheap guitar section for an opinion on quality entry-level instruments.
For more reviews, have a look at the cheap guitar section for an opinion on quality entry-level instruments.