I jai Ashok mahtani and I shared you in our previous blog post, we talked about some beginner brands for acoustic guitars and the subsequent guitar models from those companies that are best suited for beginners. And in continuation, today I bring you the Jai Ashok Mahtani guide for choosing an electric guitar brand as a beginner.
Now you might be a first timer in the world of guitars, or you might be a proficient acoustic guitar player shifting or trying out the power of the electric guitar for the first time, but please don’t worry; the electric guitar contrary to the acoustic guitar is easier as well more fun to play. So I hope this short, brief guide will be helpful to you as a beginner. I have included three brands that I think would be the best suited for electric beginners and 3 basic models from said brands.
The Brands
Brands matter a lot when it comes to an electric guitar. They matter a lot in acoustic guitars as well, but a poorly constructed electric guitar will either produce a shaky quality of sounds or not produce sound at all. And keep in mind that electric guitars are quite expensive, so a good brand and reliable brand is a must to go for if you are a newbie who is indulging in his passion for the guitar.
Many classic electric guitar brands have been endorsed by legends, but for a beginner, I will be listing down the 3 brands that I find the most trustworthy in the market.
Epiphone is the most trustworthy electric guitar brand out there, period. The company was acquired by the CMI group in 1957 and started making guitars in 1982. If the company CMI sounds familiar, it’s because it also owns the legendary Gibson guitar brand. With the combined forces of a large conglomerate and the pioneer of guitars at its backside, Epiphone has taken over the electric guitar market through both sensation and quality. Many rock stars like The Beatles’ Paul McCartney and Billie Joe Armstrong from Green Day have used Epiphone and it is regarded as the ‘it’ brand when it comes to electric guitars
Yamaha is at it again! With its low prices and extreme built, Yamaha continues to dominate the beginner market in both acoustic and electric guitars. Beginners tend to go for Yamaha guitars as it provides the user with quite a punch for a considerably low amount of money. Not only is Yamaha a great value for money option, but it can also compete with various premium brands. You can find many seasoned electric guitar players still rocking a Yamaha guitar onstage as Yamaha models come with simplicity and that crisp Yamaha sound, in addition to being soft on the pocket. They are vintage, have those recognizable Yamaha high-quality notes, work for seasoned players as well, and are generally regarded as the safest option for a newbie looking to buy his first electric guitar without splurging on Les Pauls.
Close your eyes and think of a classic electric guitar. Chances are that you are thinking of a Fender model. Fender is another reliable company that has been in the electric guitar game since time immemorial. Its guitars are crisp and powerful and are affordable too. Many of its starter models are perfect for beginners as not only are they affordable but also come with that Fender reliability. They are incredibly easy to play and give a total beginner a sense of familiarity as Fender guitars are some of the most popular newbie guitars!
The Models
Since we have talked about the best beginner guitar brands, we now have to move on to the models of the aforementioned companies that are best for newbies as many of them make guitars for professionals as well. You can learn your way through a guitar made for an expert with enormous time and effort, but it would be easier if you pick out a model that has been designed to assist the un-calloused hand.
Oh yes, you can get a Les Paul guitar as a beginner model. The Epiphone Les Paul 100 is an excellent guitar for all beginners as it comes with separate tone and volume controls. The interface is extremely user-friendly and as expected from a Les Paul guitar, the build is fantastic. It is made up of Mahogany wood, producing crisp premium sounds. The Epiphone Les Paul 100 has the classic Les Paul look, produces beautiful sounds, and has a very affordable price tag. I don’t see any reason as to why a new student would not want to pick up this classic beginner guitar that has everything going for it!
Yamaha guitars as mentioned before are not only extremely affordable but also well made. They sound worldly and please a beginner and a seasoned pro alike. The Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112V ( a complicated name but not a complicated guitar haha) is exactly what you would expect from a Yamaha guitar: Pristine built quality that does not burn a hole in your wallet. It comes with a maple bolt-neck and rosewood fingerboard, with a classic tremolo with block saddles. With a price tag of 299$, you can have the reliability and the Yamaha sound in one package. A great choice for both beginners and pros!
Fender has provided us with some of the classiest guitars of all time, guitars that don’t skimp out on quality because they can bring in the customers solely on their name, guitars that perform well under all circumstances. The Fender Modern Player Telecaster Thinline Deluxe is a perfect all-rounder and the best choice if you are a beginner looking to get a long-term companion at the start of his journey into the world of music. It can be tuned easily and offers both aggressive as well as sweet tones all the while looking like hot as fire! It is a safe choice and a long-lasting choice. Perfect for an acoustic player switching over to the electric guitar.
About me: I Jai Ashok Mahtani, I like to sing, dance and my favorite musical instrument is the guitar, so you can also call me a guitarist.
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