There are a plethora of options available in the market for any kind of guitarist out there. Whether you need an acoustic guitar to practice strumming along to your favorite country tracks or want a budget ax to shred at the speed of light, a quick visit to any guitar center will show you that …
Looking for a cool metal guitar on a budget? I’ve always loved Ibanez guitar models not only for their sleek design and awesome playability but also for their low prices. The Ibanez S670QM is a great alternative to consider even if your first instinct is to go for an overpriced Fender. In this short review, …
As a beginner, it’s very easy to get caught in the gear frenzy and want more guitars. You start out on a cheap instrument but the better you get, the more guitars you’ll want and this can get expensive pretty soon. A safe bet is to start out on a mid-range guitar that’s not super …
Yamaha Pacifica 112J is a Yamaha instrument geared towards beginners. It’s a good electric guitar if you’d like something that looks and plays like a Strat, yet comes with premium features. I believe that everybody needs an electric guitar that sounds nice and plays great, and most importantly doesn’t cost a fortune! In this review, …
The ESP LTD EC 256 is one of the best LTD guitars out there and a perfect budget instrument for anybody wishing to get started playing guitar. The search for an affordable instrument that looks and plays nice can be a hard one. This guitar features set neck construction with wonderful hardware that lends well …
The Epiphone Wildkat is a fantastic guitar in the mid price range that’s great if you’re looking for a better guitar to upgrade from your cheap electric. Almost every guitar player starts out on a cheap guitar that they can afford. Some are lucky to be handed down a pro-level instrument by their dad or …
When you get to a certain stage in your guitar-playing journey, sooner or later you’ll realize that crappy guitars are stopping you from progressing rapidly. A decent guitar with excellent playability can help you bring out the best of that untapped potential you’ve got. An affordable Ibanez is just the right guitar for that and …
I’ve had amazing experiences with Epiphone guitars. Since I’ve got a limited budget to spend on guitars and gears, I find myself frequently drawn to affordable Epiphone guitars which not only look great but are also excellent quality-wise. The Double Cutway (DC) Pro is a similar budget Epiphone guitar that may have caught the eyes …
When I think of Squiers, I think of affordable instruments that even a beginner can enjoy. While owning a high-end instrument does have its perks, it can be hard for beginners to invest that much money on something that they don’t even know how to play yet. The Squier Affinity Tele earns a solid place …
The Ibanez RG421 is a budget Ibanez guitar that you’ll absolutely love if you like affordable guitars built with superb quality. Personally, I’m a big fan of Ibanez and Schecter guitars. While Schecter guitars tend to focus on research, and so tend to be a bit pricier, Ibanez tends to stick to the classics and …
The Fender American Ultra Telecaster is a stunning budget guitar with classy looks. Every player starts on either a Strat or a Tele and it’s no surprise that they tend to gravitate towards these models even after they become professionals. The Ultra Tele American guitar is certainly a good pick in the affordable price range. …
Looking for a decent Strat to upgrade from your first electric? The Fender American Ultra Strat electric guitar is the perfect instrument to get if you’re looking for a premium guitar that looks and plays great. Most players think of the Strat as a cheap instrument fit for beginners to learn basic chords but the …
Epiphone Dot is a great guitar for you if you’ve always loved the vintage look and feel reminiscent of the 50s era. It’s a fantastic choice for those of us who cannot afford the Gibson ES 335 and would much rather stick to one within their budget. There are a variety of budget options available …
The Gibson Les Paul Tribute is a wonderful instrument suited for the seasoned player looking to get a reliable gigging instrument. Personally, I do love Gibsons but hate the price, so it’s safe to say that I have limited playing experience on these guitars. The Tribute electric guitar is a nod to the traditional Les …
The Epiphone Flying V Prophecy electric guitar is a cool instrument ideal for metal. The classic design is inspired by Gibson and is meant to be an affordable Flying V for intermediate-advanced players. The Flying V shape is an iconic one that used to be synonymous with the rockstar identity back in the 50s. Even …
The Fender Acoustasonic Tele is a beautiful hybrid guitar meant for players who like experimenting with new sounds. I am a huge fan of hollow-body guitars as they not only look classy but have a retro sweet sound to them. The Acoustasonic Tele is not a traditional Tele in any sense, and a first glance …
The Squier Classic Vibe electric guitar is an awesome budget strat with 70s vibes. If you’re a clueless beginner just starting out on electric guitars, getting a Squier as your first strat is a time-honored tradition. It’s got excellent playability and the fact that buying it doesn’t break your bank is the perfect excuse to …
The ESP LTD EC 10 is an inexpensive guitar that not only looks cool but also plays great. Now I know what you might be thinking- it’s a cheap Chinese metal guitar that sounds like crap. To be honest, I used to think the same way too. In fact, it’s usually the case that cheap …
The Ibanez Artcore must be a piece of art with that name, eh? It sort of is! My experience with the Ibanez brand has always been a great one. I pick out one from a bunch of their incredible product line and fast forward a few years, I couldn’t be happier with the instrument. Ibanez …
Dean Vendetta XM is a pretty cool-looking guitar in the entry-level price range. The market for electric guitars has grown over the years, and frankly, the quality of entry-level instruments that beginners can afford has also improved by a lot. These days, you can get a decent ax for just a couple hundred bucks and …
When I took lessons many years ago, I used to grab up a Strat just there and try playing cleanly on it. At that point, all I could play was probably the pentatonic scale and few parts of The Man Who Sold The World by Nirvana. The song is mostly on an acoustic so I …
Have you ever played Gretsch? It’s like no other guitar in town. And not just in looks- Gretsch guitars are of amazing quality and have a superior tone and performance when playing live or just practicing. I was quite jealous of my friend who had a beautiful Gretsch White Falcon. The thing sounded amazing and …
The Starcaster caught my eye when I was shopping for a new electric guitar. It was my first time seeing one, and I have to say- the design is quite bold. Vintage guitars are usually pretty expensive and what you pay is mostly for the luxury of owning a vintage guitar. With the Squier Affinity …
The Fender Deluxe Nashville Telecaster electric guitar is a Mexican-made instrument that is quite different from usual Tele-style guitars. You would be surprised to know that this Tele only has single coils but these are noiseless ones that pack a vintage sound. The Fender Deluxe Nashville Tele looks like typical Tele in terms of design …
Schecter is known for making incredible shred machines. But in recent years, the brand has been focusing on reliable instruments that players can depend on- and without spending a lot of money. Me? I find the Fender Player series quite nice. They’re well-made, comfortable to play, and hold tune nicely. I was looking to see …
Who wants to be the center of attention? Anybody? Whether you wanted a Strat as it looks super cool, or just want to get good at it to impress a certain somebody, we’ve all been there. As a shy person unable to casually speak to strangers, guitars have helped me get rid of my anxieties. …
Who doesn’t like cool noisy guitars, right? Your neighbors! It’s always them. In the past few decades, electric guitars have rightfully earned their reputation as chick-magnets. So, whether you choose to get a stylish electric guitar to impress that blonde you saw at your friend’s party or just to take out your vendetta on the …
Fender Strats have been so iconic and popular that they have sneakily found their way into the hands of most of our Guitar Heroes. Fender has an excellent production of amazing guitars. Since Strats tend to be a bit on the expensive side, Fender got hold of Squier to produce cheaper guitars accessible to beginners. …
Metal is known as a genre that requires a tremendous amount of skill and consistent practice. Even more demanding is the need for a quality well-setup electric guitar that plays like a beast. Unfortunately for beginners, those tend to be more on the expensive side. Those who dare to learn metal are left to fend …
Powerful, banging, and sometimes hauntingly beautiful- electric guitars hold a special place in our hearts. They are wonderful instruments for players of all age groups. Epiphone SG is an affordable guitar that I’ve found to be quite amazing overall. Inspired by Gibson SG, Epiphone SG Special is an affordable electric guitar that packs the features …