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The most important thing you have to do when choosing a guitar is to choose a guitar specifically made for playing classical style music. If you are considering a folk guitar or already have one it is not suitable for classical music. You need to get a classical guitar. There are several significant differences. The wood and construction of classical guitars is different than that of folk guitars. Also, the strings are different. A folk guitar has metal strings and a classical guitar has nylon and silk strings. This makes a significant difference in the sound and the way the guitar handles. Also, the neck of the classical guitar is wider than that of a folk guitar. A folk guitar focuses more on playing chords so strings that are close together are easier to strum. A classical guitar neck has the strings farther apart which facilitates solo note playing by pluckiing.
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Now the question about which classical guitar should you get? This is partly a matter of taste. Some people want to get a high quality guitar from the very beginning. I don't however recommend this. You are new to classical guitar. I believe you should get a solid, easy to play, good sounding guitar -at a low price. As you progress in your guitar playing you will develop your ear and develop a taste for the better guitars. You will be able to choose a better grade guitar based on what you want and what you have learned -And what kind of sound you want. So for now I recommend a solid beginner model from a reputable company. This one is perfect, and at the time of this writing (Sep 05) it is on sale for $99.99 (price subject to change)
It is perfect for the beginner. It has a great sound, is built by a reputable company and will last a lifetime. You won't even think of this guitar as a "beginners" guitar. It's an incredible value.
If you are determined to get a more professional quality guitar, so you will never have to buy another one, this one is fantastic and as of the writing of this tutorial it is: $359.99(Price Subject to Change) BROWSE THROUGH THE GUITARS One final note: If you are going to play both classical guitar and folk/rock guitar I believe it is better to start out with the classical guitar. If you learn how to play on the folk guitar, with the strings so close together, it will be a tougher adjustment going to the spread out strings on a classical guitar. Return to the classical guitar main page Continue on to the tutorial on Selecting an instruction book |
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Here is a great Guitar Poster that will help you learn.
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