Experiences gained after trying hundreds of guitars. From the four aspects of feel, tone, material and workmanship, I would like to recommend several guitars that I have played and think are worth recommending to you. I hope they can help you!

This guide is mainly divided into four parts:

1. Preface

2. Guidance and suggestions for beginners on purchasing a piano

3. Recommendations for several guitars that are most suitable for beginners

4. Conclusion

For friends who want to learn guitar, how to buy a satisfactory beginner guitar is a big problem . And your first guitar often plays a big role in your future learning and practicing, and even your guitar career.

In order to solve this problem for novice guitar players, President Mao has carefully selected and recommended several guitars that are most suitable for beginners. (Every price point has the best choice for each price point. You should choose a suitable entry-level guitar according to your own budget)

My opinion when choosing a guitar is that feel is the first priority, because all future practice is Finger skills and long-term practice have a piano that feels comfortable in the hand, which will at least make you feel comfortable practicing. The timbre comes second. After all, you can’t tell whether the timbre is good or bad at this time. If an experienced player wants to upgrade the equipment, it’s a different matter. The playing experience of different levels of pianos is also very different.

First of all, for novices, it is not recommended to consider too many professional issues about the guitar, such as whether it is a single board, what type of guitar it is, what wood it is, what the string spacing is, fret width, and tone characteristics. etc. Considering these requires sufficient experience, and a little knowledge will be counterproductive. There are often novices who don’t understand all the components of a joint board, and they ask if a guitar costing more than 500 yuan is a solid board. Haha...

In addition, the guitar market is very deep. Even if you understand all aspects, you will still face various pitfalls.

So what should we do? Here are some suggestions for beginners:

1. Determine your budget and buy the most expensive one you can afford.

Don’t think it’s enough to just buy a cheap one when you’re just getting started. Buy a good one after you’ve learned how to do it. Why not buy a good one from the beginning and save the money of a piano.

In fact, it is easier to give up halfway when buying a bad piano. Not only does a bad piano affect the effect and enthusiasm of practicing, but also psychologically, you will feel that it is not a loss even if you don’t want to learn.

Buying a good piano has many benefits. Good tone and feel will play a positive role in practicing the piano, and it can be used for a long time without having to replace it. Even with a small expense, it can motivate yourself to learn the piano well. .

Of course, there are not many rich people after all, and it is unrealistic to buy something that is too expensive. Therefore, it is recommended that you try to buy face sheets worth more than 1,000 yuan, and if that is not possible, you should also buy plywood worth more than 500 yuan.

2. Buy a brand-name piano, not a random one.

There is no absolute standard for what is a brand and what is a miscellaneous brand. Generally speaking, if you search for a brand, you will find very little information, not even an official website. Most of them are miscellaneous brands, which are generally generated by small workshops. , the price is often much lower, but the quality is not guaranteed.

Of course, this does not mean that a well-known piano is not a good one, but for novices, it is more secure to choose a big brand, especially some classic models, which have passed the test of time and can be purchased with confidence.

3. You don’t have to go to a physical store to buy, online stores are also good

Both buying in online stores and physical stores have their own advantages and disadvantages, and I can’t definitely say which one is better. Some people have various concerns about online stores. In fact, there is no need to worry. On the contrary, I personally think that online stores are more suitable for novices.

First of all, relatively speaking, online stores have greater transparency than physical stores in terms of price, reputation, quality, etc. For example, the retail price of Kama is 569. When searching on Taobao, most stores have a unified price. However, some physical music stores can sell it for more than 800, and novices are fooled without knowing it. It's easy to find an online store with high sales volume, good reputation, and many positive reviews, but it's not so easy to find out what a physical music store is like.

Although brick-and-mortar piano stores allow you to test the piano and understand its feel, tone, etc., it is difficult for novices to get a clear picture of the instrument. You don’t even know how to press the strings or play, or how to test the feel. You can hear the tone, but can you tell whether it’s good or bad? If you must go to a physical music store, it is recommended to find some large music stores, and it is best to be accompanied by a friend who plays guitar.

4. Veneer is definitely better than plywood

We just say that usually veneer is better than plywood, and the price is also higher. However, in recent years, many businesses have taken advantage of this misunderstanding among beginners to promote some so-called low-priced and ultra-high cost-effective single-board guitars. The price of these guitars may be the same as that of plywood, or even lower than some good plywood. As a novice, you must know: the quality of a guitar is not determined solely by the words "veneer" or "plywood" The design, the craftsmanship of the luthier, the grade of the wood, the quality of the instrument, etc. all affect the quality of the instrument. Plywood pianos are not without merit. At least they are of stable quality and will not suffer from problems such as deformation and cracking. Beginners don’t know how to maintain the piano. If the budget is really insufficient, using plywood is also a wise choice. As for those so-called low-price veneers, in order to reduce costs, would you expect them to use good wood? Not only is the workmanship unsatisfactory, but the sound is also very mediocre.

5. Common sense

(1) Classification of guitars

Guitars are roughly divided into two categories, plywood and veneer. Plywood is what we usually call plywood, and veneer is solid wood. That's right! Everyone will also hear these two terms when buying furniture. As we all know, solid wood furniture is more expensive than plywood furniture, has higher quality, and has a more delicate touch. Guitars are no exception. The most important thing about a good guitar is its wood. It can be said that wood is the soul of the guitar.

Plywood piano: Some of the brands I know about are Lucerne, Kama, Yamaha, etc. Plywood pianos are all the same, (can be called plywood) the price is about 700-1000, the sound is average, the texture is average, and the workmanship of some brands is not very delicate. If you can afford a single-top guitar, I would not recommend you buy a laminate. Unless you say, I learn piano just for fun, not long-term. As long as playing guitar is your passion, I still recommend that you take the first step and buy a "decent" single piano. As I often say: playing the piano is a lifelong thing.

Single piano: In my definition, it can be called a musical instrument, not a "big toy". The price of a single piano starts at roughly 1,500, with no upper limit. Veneers are divided into face sheets and full sheets. As the name suggests, the front panel is made of solid wood, and the back and side panels are made of plywood. The whole thing is that the entire piano is made of solid wood. Of course, the full single piano is more expensive than the single-sided piano, and the sound quality and workmanship are also superior. Solid wood pianos are heavier than plywood pianos, have a rich texture, and feel solid in the hand. There is also a kind of guitar that everyone calls "fire stick". This kind of piano is not a musical instrument at all, but a wooden toy. It is usually purchased online for a few hundred yuan. Of course, some people also call the three-ply piano "fire stick", which varies from person to person. In short, the sound of this type of piano is very poor. When the bass string is plucked, the sound it makes is dull instead of clear. Some have only 18 frets and no bracing. They are just wooden shells and cannot be called musical instruments. I believe that everyone already has a basic understanding of the guitar. Next, let’s talk about some major misunderstandings. I believe that many guitar novices will have this idea, and I was no exception back then. Fortunately, I understand that "you get what you pay for". Instead of buying a fire stick for two or three hundred yuan, I bought one from a certain treasure for about 700 yuan. Plywood from Lucerne. It's still there, but I've long since grown tired of it.

(2) Guitar barrel shape

At present, the common guitar barrel shapes of acoustic guitars mainly include: Dreadnought type (D type), Auditorium type (A type), OM type, Jumbo type Type (J type), Concert type (O type), Grand Concert type (OO type)

Some of our commonly used barrel types are as follows

(3) Tone

The timbre of a guitar is related to the body shape, internal bracing structure, raw materials, processing and other aspects. It is also the most important aspect when we choose a guitar. If you are planning to buy your first guitar, then sound balance must be an essential condition.

Each brand of guitar has its own characteristics. Some have more prominent bass, and some have very bright high frequencies. You can choose according to your own use and preferences.

(4) Feel

A guitar with a good feel will make beginners feel inexplicably close to the piano, which will naturally help increase their practice time; and the feel is mainly caused by the strings affected by distance.

The so-called string pitch refers to the distance between the strings and the frets. If the strings are very high and far away from the frets, it will be very difficult to press. If you practice on such a piano for a long time, your fingers will become stiff, which will affect the fluency of playing and seriously damage your joints.

What is the reasonable range of chord distance?

Usually at the 1st fret, the gap between the lower edges of the 1st and 6th strings and the frets is between 0.5mm and 1mm. At the 12th fret, the gap between the lower edges of the 6th and 1st strings and the frets is between 0.5mm and 1mm. The gaps are respectively 2.5mm-3mm and 1.5mm-2mm.

This is the data from the general guitar factory. In actual use, it will be easier to play if you adjust it lower.

Whether it is the neck or the upper and lower saddles, there is a reasonable range of adjustment during debugging, so it is best to ask professionals for help when tuning the instrument.

(5) In terms of materials

The materials for making acoustic guitars are simply these. You can log on to Pinyue.com for details.

Panel----Spruce (many people in China call it white pine, actually this is a very common name); cedar (or redwood, cedar). Back and side panels----Indian rosewood; Brazilian rosewood. Neck----Honduras mahogany; African mahogany; American mahogany. Fingerboard----African ebony (there is also a belt wood similar to ebony but inferior to it--ebony). Many guitars currently use belt wood, but they are said to be African ebony; Indian rosewood . Piano code----Brazilian rosewood; Indian rosewood. Headstock trim - Brazilian rosewood; Indian rosewood. Sound hole decorative ring----high-density wood chip flower decoration. Fine decorative lines on the edge of the piano - wooden lines. The wide edge of the piano is made of rosewood. Frets - standard size copper-nickel material. Tuning axis - it rotates easily and will not get stuck. There are open type, and shaft-wrapped saddle bridge - animal bone. A standard acoustic guitar has 6 strings.

The five guitars recommended below were all tested by President Mao and comprehensively analyzed from the aspects of feel, tone, material and workmanship.

1. Price: 100 — 200

I think this level of guitar should be more appropriately called a toy. If you are serious about learning guitar, don’t let it ruin your interest. , otherwise it can only be hung on the wall as a decoration.

2. Price: 200 — 500

This grade of guitar is an entry-level guitar for beginners. Most of them are made of the worst plywood. Most merchants do whatever they can to save costs. products, so generally guitars at this price range are made into colorful colors and feel really beautiful (la) and bright (ji). The quality cannot be guaranteed, let alone the tone, so they are called "fire sticks". For guitars in this price range, please choose natural wood color first. Generally, in piano shops, they are all practice pianos from various small workshops. Some of them are severely beaten, and the high-position strings cannot even be pressed, which makes the strings difficult to press and prone to noise, which consumes the patience of practicing.

3. Price: 500 — 800

This price is still an entry-level single-board piano. It is no longer in the category of burning sticks. The tone is relatively more stable, and the strumming sound has a smooth sound. Brush feeling. The feel of a guitar at this price is the most important. It is reported that 80% of novices give up learning because of "hand pain". The importance of a guitar with good hand feel is self-evident. First of all, I have to mention the VEAZEN VZ200 series, the most popular piano in the entry-level circle, and is hailed as the "entry-level artifact" by many enthusiasts. The biggest highlight of the Fesson guitar is its workmanship and feel. It is clearly positioned for the mid-range. The configuration looks like a spruce top with a Sapele back and side panels. The tone is stable. The workmanship is suitable for string spacing without frets. The standard range is about 2.5. ~3.0mm, making it easy for novices to get started when playing strings.

1) The reference price of the VEAZEN CLR300 series is 598 yuan

This single-board folk guitar top is made of spruce veneer with sapele back and side panels, and the tone style is brighter and richer. Layering. The performance of high, middle and bass is relatively balanced. It is a cost-effective entry-level single-board guitar. The 40-inch size is relatively small and delicate. Even girls can hold it easily.

Feel: ★★★★☆

Tone: ★★★★☆

Value for money: ★★★★☆

Appearance ： ★★★☆☆

VEAZEN Fesson CLR300 Series

2) CORT AD810 41-inch folk guitar reference price 779 yuan

CORT is a brand in Although it is not particularly well-known in China, it is actually a brand that has been around for more than 40 years. CORT has taken root in the hearts of Chinese guitar enthusiasts with its good performance and approachable price. This entry-level model is equipped with Yunshan plywood, mahogany back and sides, a mahogany neck and ABS plastic edges. The timbre is a warm and soft classic. Since it is a plywood, the power of the timbre is relatively weak. Although the material selection of this guitar is not outstanding, the craftsmanship of the guitar will not let you down.

CORT AD810

3. VEAZEN VZ200 series 41-inch folk guitar reference price is 899 yuan

Price: 800-2000

< p>If you are a novice who plans to learn guitar for a long time or a novice who has been learning guitar for a while and wants to change to a better guitar, you may like these five guitars.

1) The reference price of the VEAZEN VZ200 series is 899 yuan

The VEAZEN VZ200 series uses spruce top, rosewood fingerboard, Sapele back and sides, and entry-level veneer ring It is a piano with a good reputation in the market, and its configuration is standard for entry-level single pianos. The guitar with a standard D-shaped body has a deep bass, distinct sound layers, and a clear tone, suitable for strumming and other fast-paced songs. The workmanship is fine and rigorous, and every detail is paid attention to. It has a rounded corner design and is also available in an electric box version, equipped with the classic FISHMAN ISY301 pickup. The price/performance ratio is good for a single-board guitar in the same price range, and the sound and feel are great.

Value for money: ★★★★★

Appearance: ★★★★☆

VEAZEN Fesson VZ200 series

2) YAMAHA F310 reference price is 999 yuan

The benchmark in the guitar industry, a Japanese brand. This price range is usually made in Indonesia. Here we recommend YAMAHA F310. The quality control and workmanship are unrivaled at the same price, and the intonation is not wrong. The feel is slightly smaller due to the factory string spacing. Gao is often criticized by newbies for being difficult to press, but it can be adjusted later and has a simple and attractive appearance. However, the price-performance ratio of plywood is low and it is a level more expensive than the same configuration.

Tone: ★★★☆☆

Value for money: ★★★☆☆

YAMAHA F310

3) TRUMON D25 The reference price is 1,580 yuan

Truman Guitar is a new domestic brand. In the early years, it was OEMed in other factories. In the past two years, it has started to have its own production line, and its products are positioned as mid-to-high-end.

The D25 is also Truman’s entry-level top model, using Sitka spruce veneer and mahogany back and sides, and also uses a mahogany neck configuration. The quality control has always been excellent, and it has a good feel. Although the sound quality is not outstanding, it can be regarded as matching the price.

TRUMON Truman D25

4) VEAZEN Fesson VZ90 series reference price starts from 1,580 yuan

Fesson guitar has become more popular among guitar enthusiasts in recent years A conscientious brand that I like, VEAZEN's new mid-to-high-end face mask VZ90 series, which has just been launched, still continues its consistent style of high quality and cost-effectiveness. This new product has jumped to a new level in terms of appearance details and tone and feel. The entire production process is above the industry average. It is a guitar that is very worth getting started. The configuration uses Sitka spruce veneer mahogany back and side panels and Sitka spruce veneer rosewood back and side panels. There are also four barrel types to choose from, suitable for various guitar hobbies with different needs. who. If it fits your budget, this should be a good choice.

VEAZEN VZ90 series

5) YAMAHA FG800 reference price 1,899 yuan

Yamaha is very famous in the musical instrument industry, and its products have always been very popular. The FG800 is Yamaha's entry-level single-board guitar. The workmanship is fine, the tone is clear, and the sound is broad. The disadvantage is that the bass performance is slightly lacking. The price is on the high side and lack of value for money.

YAMAHA FG800

The above models are completely suitable for beginners to get started with guitars. As for the higher-priced guitars, beginners will buy less and will not make them. Too much introduction.

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