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Cheap Acoustic Guitars 

By: Bart R

The cost of material used is one reason for the cost of the instrument. Part of the final cost is wood, though not all guitars are made from wood. Some are graphite or plastic. However, the reason an acoustic guitar sounds the way it does is because of the wood it is crafted from. The sound of a guitar that is not made out of wood may cause you to give up learning because of the poor sound quality. A plastic guitar that you probably won't like isn't a wise investment. A better option would be to buy a cheap acoustic guitar made out of wood.

While not a cheap acoustic guitar, the Seagull S6 is actually an exceptional value for the price. To leave out this particular guitar in a discussion of beginner guitars would be remiss. This guitar has a beautiful solid cedar top with mahogany wood on the back and sides and is capable of producing a beautiful sound. Even professionals will keep this guitar for years, despite owning a collection of even more expensive guitars. Priced at $400-$500, it may be more than you were budgeting for; but, if you are serious about taking up guitar playing, you should give some real consideration into purchasing this guitar. Furthermore, an online search may help you find a deal on this guitar as it is a readily available model.

The Yamaha F310 guitar is a good choice if you are looking for a cheap acoustic guitar. It features a mahogany back and sides with a solid spruce top. At $150-$200, this guitar is much easier on your wallet. It is also a good choice for the serious beginner.

The next price range for cheap acoustic guitars is from $120-$150. A great selection in this category is the Epiphone DR-100. This guitar has a high quality spruce top with mahogany back and sides. This is a student instrument and you will have to upgrade at some point. If you don't know how serious your interest in the guitar really is, then this is a good choice if you still want to obtain a decent quality guitar at a low price.

If you are looking for a cheap acoustic guitar for under $100 there is really nothing worth recommending. A lot of them really can't be played. Cheaply made guitars are why many younger students abandon learning how to play guitar. They are poorly constructed. If you are thinking of purchasing a cheap acoustic guitar, remember you get what your pay for so stay away from these cheaper models and avoid losing the thrill of a well-made guitar.

You are much better off eschewing the $80 guitar from the bargain bin and purchasing a used guitar. Second-hand guitars have a wealth and beauty all their own and you may actually like it better than one that is brand new. Go to a guitar store that offers a wide range of second-hand cheap acoustic guitars and look around and play them until you find the one that is perfect for you.

A solid wood top is a must-have, even for a cheap acoustic guitar. A guitar with with a solid wood top, instead of a plywood top, has a richer and fuller tone. A guitar with also the sides and the back made of solid wood is even better, if your budget allows it.

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