{"id":25,"date":"2019-03-03T14:05:01","date_gmt":"2019-03-03T14:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.joegrushecky.ca\/?p=25"},"modified":"2020-08-13T05:49:58","modified_gmt":"2020-08-13T05:49:58","slug":"what-to-look-for-when-buying-a-guitar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.joegrushecky.ca\/2019\/03\/03\/what-to-look-for-when-buying-a-guitar\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Look For When Buying A Guitar"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here are 5 aspects I recommend for anyone looking to buy a guitar:<\/p>\n

1. Do the shopping yourself<\/h3>\n

While buying online is cheap and convenient, I strongly suggest you feel the guitar and settle for an instrument that speaks to you. When shopping for either cookware or guitars, I recommend you take someone who also knows how guitar works.<\/p>\n

2. Settle for a guitar that you like<\/h3>\n

Let your instincts guide you during your guitar shopping spree. The connection between you and your guitar determines how well you play. Therefore, go for a guitar you like, and one you feel good with.<\/p>\n

3. Check the action<\/h3>\n

Try pressing down the strings of the guitar. How does it feel? Strings should be around 3 or 4 mm from the guitar`s neck. Usually, a guitar that has high action can be corrected by a luthier, though not always.<\/p>\n

4. Avoid a \u00be size guitar<\/h3>\n

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I strongly discourage \u00be size guitar. Neither do I recommend them for children. Try getting a full-size guitar. If your hands are too small, you can eventually adjust in time.<\/p>\n

5. Buy a guitar that is within your budget<\/h3>\n

Even if you have the money, I don\u2019t support a beginner going for the most expensive guitar. Wait until you have become an expert and you have identified what you like before you buy expensive or limited edition guitars.<\/p>\n

Nonetheless, if you can afford a high-end guitar, you can get it. If you have budget constraints, a second-hand guitar will do. Buy what you can afford and take good care of it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Here are 5 aspects I recommend for anyone looking to buy a guitar:
\n1. Do the shopping yourself
\nWhile buying online is cheap and convenient, I strongly suggest you feel the guitar and settle for an instrument that speaks to you. When shopping for either cookware or guitars, I recommend you take someone who also knows how guitar works.
\n2. Settle for a guitar that you like
\nLet your instincts guide you during your guitar shopping spree. 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