Need Help buying Electric Guitar ....

stedyedy · 12th February 2006, 8:23 PM

I wanna buy an Electric guitar off ebay but I have no idea what to look for in a good guitar like amp etc ...I have never played one before.

-=ButFli=- · 12th February 2006, 8:28 PM

Having looked at the guitars and amps available on eBay over the last few days I can tell you that there is nothing worth getting that would be in a beginner's price range. Sorry.

You'll probably want a strat copy and a 10 or 20W practice amp. That should get you started until you're prepared to buy something better later on.

stedyedy · 12th February 2006, 8:32 PM

um what do you mean by that ? I am willing to spend up to $250 on a starter pack sort of thing but I'm worried that I might get bored with it in like 2 weeks or soemthing just wondering if any of those available on ebay are any good ?

on ebay the guitars only gor for like $100 of something there heaps cheap !

Tatts · 12th February 2006, 9:55 PM

I think the best way would be to go round to some local music shops and ask to tryout some guitars. Even if you dont know how to play anything still sit the guitar on your lap and see how it feels. Look at the height of the strings from the neck, the feel of the neck and the weight of the guitar. Maybe an acoustic could be an alternative. You could also go to a local pawn shop, just because a guitar is dirty and has chipped paint doesn't mean its crap. As for an amp try and get a second hand prac amp for $50-$100.

Also when you start off spend a couple of months with a guitar teacher. This will help you pick stuff up quicker + make more fun.

Avoid ebay, go down to the music shops and talk with the guys they usually know what they are talking about.

Good luck with it all

stergiopilus · 12th February 2006, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaff

Did anyone else read the title and read "Need help buying an Electric Chair..."

?

You're not the only one that did.....

As for guitars, I don't really have much of an idea about them, but I assume cheap ebay ones would be crap. How about going into a guitar shop or something and have a look at some and just see what the options are (doesn't mean you have to buy one straight away).

bear · 12th February 2006, 10:24 PM

a) buy an electric to learn on, they are easier to play (neck is smaller and they are easier to fret then acoustics).

b) dont spend a lot on your first guitar, until you decide its something you want to take serious and then go and splurge on a good setup.

c) get 2nd hand gear because brand new is worth a mint, and everything is terrible resale value.

d) go to a music store and play the two basic different types of guitars:

- fender stratocaster
- gibson les paul

then pickup a cheap copy of the above.

cheap guitar thru a good amp will sound better then a good amp with a cheap guitar, but for $300/pair i wouldnt expect you to be getting a good guitar or amp.

if you spent $600 or so you could pickup a reasonable sized used valvestate marshall, and some sort of guitar which would sound quite good.

when you do get the guitar, take it to a luthier (a guitar technician) and get them to set the action (as low as possible without fret buzz) and incantonation correctly and the guitar will sound and play a lot easier for a beginner.

stedyedy · 12th February 2006, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by compuser

which state are you in? I have an electric guitar(magnum brand) and an amp, is a good starters pack. I rather my acoustic, if your interested pm me or post back here.
Hope this helps

Thanks, Im in sydney how much would you be willing to part with it for ?
So electric is easier then accoustic?

Break the Cycle · 12th February 2006, 11:02 PM

Ill be honest with you here, start on Acoustic, it builds finger strength, that or buy a tennis ball (great for watching TV).

12th February 2006, 8:23 PM	#1
stedyedy Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Syd Posts: 999	Need Help buying Electric Guitar .... I wanna buy an Electric guitar off ebay but I have no idea what to look for in a good guitar like amp etc ...I have never played one before.

12th February 2006, 8:28 PM	#2
-=ButFli=- Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: New Farm Posts: 2,920	Having looked at the guitars and amps available on eBay over the last few days I can tell you that there is nothing worth getting that would be in a beginner's price range. Sorry. You'll probably want a strat copy and a 10 or 20W practice amp. That should get you started until you're prepared to buy something better later on. __________________ Meat is no treat for those you eat.

12th February 2006, 11:02 PM	#8
Break the Cycle Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Brisbane Posts: 4,994	Ill be honest with you here, start on Acoustic, it builds finger strength, that or buy a tennis ball (great for watching TV). __________________ Sober as a Judge **nothing in this post constitutes legal advice**

12th February 2006, 8:32 PM	#3
stedyedy Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Syd Posts: 999	um what do you mean by that ? I am willing to spend up to $250 on a starter pack sort of thing but I'm worried that I might get bored with it in like 2 weeks or soemthing just wondering if any of those available on ebay are any good ? on ebay the guitars only gor for like $100 of something there heaps cheap !

12th February 2006, 9:55 PM	#4
Tatts Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Central Coast Posts: 252	I think the best way would be to go round to some local music shops and ask to tryout some guitars. Even if you dont know how to play anything still sit the guitar on your lap and see how it feels. Look at the height of the strings from the neck, the feel of the neck and the weight of the guitar. Maybe an acoustic could be an alternative. You could also go to a local pawn shop, just because a guitar is dirty and has chipped paint doesn't mean its crap. As for an amp try and get a second hand prac amp for $50-$100. Also when you start off spend a couple of months with a guitar teacher. This will help you pick stuff up quicker + make more fun. Avoid ebay, go down to the music shops and talk with the guys they usually know what they are talking about. Good luck with it all

12th February 2006, 10:24 PM	#6
bear Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Posts: 2,549	a) buy an electric to learn on, they are easier to play (neck is smaller and they are easier to fret then acoustics). b) dont spend a lot on your first guitar, until you decide its something you want to take serious and then go and splurge on a good setup. c) get 2nd hand gear because brand new is worth a mint, and everything is terrible resale value. d) go to a music store and play the two basic different types of guitars: - fender stratocaster - gibson les paul then pickup a cheap copy of the above. cheap guitar thru a good amp will sound better then a good amp with a cheap guitar, but for $300/pair i wouldnt expect you to be getting a good guitar or amp. if you spent $600 or so you could pickup a reasonable sized used valvestate marshall, and some sort of guitar which would sound quite good. when you do get the guitar, take it to a luthier (a guitar technician) and get them to set the action (as low as possible without fret buzz) and incantonation correctly and the guitar will sound and play a lot easier for a beginner.