7. Tips for Beginners

Typically, beginners are recommended to start with a classical guitar, given their soft, finger-friendly nylon strings. However, those new to guitar playing with a wide range of stylistic interests might consider steel-string acoustics or electric guitars.

In general, beginners should start with a "quality" instrument, typically priced between 60 and 180 euros on our online store. Many physical stores or online sellers offer low-quality imitations from the toy industry, which are nearly impossible to play and have poor construction. These cheap instruments hinder musical development and don't satisfy the player's ear. Cheap instruments tend to hinder rather than promote musicality.

It's wise to invest in an affordable but genuine instrument. Good guitars can retain their value and even be a sound investment. In contrast, cheap toys end up in the trash. When you decide to upgrade to a more expensive guitar in the future, you'll still have a reliable second instrument for holidays or parties. At the same time, the new and expensive instrument can be preserved. This price range is quite reasonable for a beginner's instrument, especially when considering that, for example, a pianist has to pay many times more for their first instrument.

Accessories

There is definitely no shortage of useful accessories available for classical guitars. A gig bag, for instance, offers protection during transportation, and a guitar stand keeps your guitar always in the right position and prevents it from falling over.. A tuner guarantees your guitar is always in tune (the old tuning forks are largely outdated). A footrest helps maintain the right playing posture when sitting.

At Thomann Store, you can choose from a range of accessories to accompany your preferred guitar. Our Creative Bundles offer significant savings compared to buying the instrument and accessories separately.