My advice is go and play them in the shop because they are very different feeling and sounding guitars. Though if your going to be playing strat songs I'd edge towards a strat. Another thing which is kind of irrelevant is that people always recommended to me to buy an acoustic to learn on, I didn't and I'm glad I never listened to them they are much bigger to get you'r arms around and harder to bend the strings and yeah as I said irrelevant right now. Also bear in mind that les Paul's can be heavy. If you can, check out tokai les Paul. They are nice too.
Hi Casual, As already suggested have a sit down with a few and see which is comfortable and within your budget. Remember if you buy second hand, you could get more for your money, thats providing you havent been sold someone elses problem. Make sure the guitar what ever you buy has been set up correctly, this will make learning a better experience for you. Regards the LP, Strat thing dont get to hung up at this part of the game, just find a guitar that is comfortable, set up right and concentrate on the learning. If the guitar is the instrument for you I guess you will have many guitars pass through your hands over the years.
I had a (60's) Telecaster for 3-4 years. Absolutely brilliant! My git-playing mates agreed, too. The pal I sold it too (I was forced to sell it, unfortunately) will not sell it back , no matter how much I offer him, as "It's the best guitar I've ever had" (and he's got about 12 gits).
A mate of mine bought a Sqiure classic vibe tele for £300. Chinese made but absolutely quality ! The neck is the most important part of any guitar,and this has the best iv'e ever played !
Yeah, KK, mine was built out of two - an ace neck and a great body. Built by a buddy who's a pedal-steel player. When he bought his 3rd PS, his wife said he had to raise some money! So I bought it from him.
Nice to see a few musicians on here! Am spending the next few weeks copying piano sheet music off the internet to save a bit of cash, also can select the ones I want rather than have to buy books full of songs, most of them which I'd never play. Just bought a Yamaha keyboard off Amazon so thats me skinted for a while, they are doing some good deals on musical equipment at the moment though if anybody looking to get any kit.
The Casual - Hi. I have just sent you a Private Message as I'm not sure how this works and I don't know whether you would see my reply on here. Cheers.
I had a few decent betting wins on the football over Christmas and New Year. I've just got myself a Squier Affinity HSS Strat. Just wondering on how to plan a practice routine, I've got plently of time. I've looked on a few websites, but it all seems so confusing.
The Casual Give Antones a try as well. Not a lot of stock but ok on prices. I prefer a telecaster, but then I play bass guitar, double bass and piano so it suits a heavy handed player. If you're prepared to travel, there are one or two good music shops over in Lincoln/Doncaster and Nottingshot I mean Nottingham! I've been a semi pro muso for 37 years so PM if I can help in any way - glad to if I can! Cheers LT
What keyboard did you get HCWT? I just recently bought a new Yamaha CP33 for stage work. Bloody excellent it is too. The guy who runs Gough & Davy's (Al Kilvington) is and old friend of mine and part of the Tiger Nation...the last bit might help in negotiation!!! ( the first part will get a fook off)
What standard are you Casual ? Trying to learn on your own can be tough. It's much easier to learn to play watching somebody else sat next to them. Good luck and stay with it - it'll bring countless hours of enjoyment. In fact, I think I'll just pick up my git now and play a few Neil Young songs.....unplugged of course.
Are you in a band mussie? I've a mate plays in a band, (guitarist on left in video) and another who's looking to be in one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRcxSoL7yMY&feature=youtube_gdata_player
i ve played on stage a few times in different bars around the world but i am an amateur who doesnt practice enough now i live back in hull
I'm just determind to get to a decent level, my long time goal is to be in a band. My influcences are The Byrds, Love, Hendrix, The Who, Beach Boys, Pink Floyd, T-Rex, The Smiths, Jesus and Marychains, but my main influcence are The Stone Roses. Listen to John Squire has made want to learn the guitar.
It might have already been said but don't use 9's on an acoustic, their far too light. To get any sort of resonance from an acoustic you want 11s+. Then again always consult an 'expert' as they'll be able to gauge how much strain and stress your neck can take. They can also make adjustments if necessary. For acoustics, I highly recommend the Elixer strings. They last for a life time and give out a beautiful sound to boot. For electric you can't go wrong with any Ernie Ball strings. I like the Fender super bullets, but they're a little pricey and don't have the durability the Ernie Ball's have. Hope that helps.
Yeah highly recommended. He's an entertaining chap too. "If it sounds ****, chances are it probably is ****". His one rule for the guitar
