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måndag 7 september 2009

Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar - Or Both?

By Johnny Dominguez

For first time guitar players, picking whether their first guitar should be acoustic or electric can be tough. For some, getting both is an easy solution. But then, majority are forced to start with one guitar because of financial constraints.

Selecting your first guitar demands meticulous and thorough checking. There are a lot of points to consider as well as weighing the benefits of each type. The following are insights that can help you make a better choice.

Acoustic guitars offer versatility. This is one of the main reasons why many guitarists launch their music career with an acoustic guitar. This type of guitar is flexible and can be played to the tune of various music styles and genres.

Carrying the acoustic guitar is a breeze compared to the electric guitar. The former are light, which is a far cry for most electric guitars. With regards to sound, acoustic guitar can be heard perfectly even without the use of amplifiers.

Electric guitars are the best option if you want to play in loud music genres such as rock, heavy rock, modern blues, metal, modern country, or if you want to play lead guitar. This type of guitar is loud, no doubt, and should be the perfect thing to play of you want to rock out. But still, there are some things you need to know if you are planning to buy one.

Electric guitars require amplifications. That means you should have amplifiers and other electronic equipment readily available. You must have to realize that electric guitars are nothing without amplifiers.

Electric guitars also entail additional expenses. That includes amplifiers and cables, which are quite essential devices. Practicing at home may not be viable, unless if you have a padded studio. Other than that, you might need to rent a studio where you can hone your guitar playing skills.

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