Acoustic Starter Guitars

Buying a musical instrument is an investment that you do not want to get wrong. It can be tempting to buy used but doing so comes with its own risks. As a result he question "should I buy new or used for my first guitar requires careful and thoughtful consideration. This is especially true if you have your heart set on finding a gently used bargain.

If you know someone who is an experienced guitar player then start by enlisting their help. Ask if they would be prepared to go with you to the stores and try out some instruments for you. They may be able to tell much more easily if a used instrument is in good enough condition to consider buying.

One of the most obvious things is the overall condition of the guitar. If it looks well used then it may well have some damage that is difficult to spot. Any previous repairs may be tricky to see. Ensure that the front and back of the body do not have any bulging and that the wood is not warped in any way.

Examine the guitar carefully for any signs that it might has been damaged and then repaired there is no point in buying a guitar that looks nice, but is already worn out. You want to try and insure that you are spending you money on a guitar that will last long enough that you will outgrow it as you learn rather than having to buy a new one before you had originally intended.

If you do find something that you are considering buying then check the list price of the guitar out in other stores. If it is only slightly cheaper second hand then it might be worth buying the new one. Buying a new guitar means that you will get a much longer warranty and most times there will not be a warranty on a used guitar. As in - if you buy it it's yours - bumps, warts and all!

There may well be some bargains to be found you will want to take the time to check out a used guitar carefully to ensure that it truly is a bargain. This is especially true if you have a particular kind of guitar in mind. Second hand guitars can generally save you about a third of the price of a new one so use that as a benchmark when considering buying a used guitar. While this might be worthwhile for an expensive guitar the saving in real dollars may end up being minimal for a beginners guitar and one needs to consider that fact and weigh the savings against the risks to determine for your self if the used guitar is a good deal..

Should I buy new or used for my first guitar is a tricky question. If you do not have anyone who can help you then you may be safer to buy new. Save buying second hand and getting a bargain for your second guitar instead. By that time you will know exactly what to look for and you want to ensure that you do not get put off by having a defective instrument from the outset.