Reddit mentions: The best solid body electric guitars

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1. Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar (Vintage Sunburst)

    Features:
  • Mahogany body
  • 700T Humbucker pickups
  • Rosewood fretboard
  • 24.75 Scale
Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar (Vintage Sunburst)
Specs:
ColorVintage Sunburst
Height7 Inches
Length45 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateAugust 2009
Weight2.20462262 Pounds
Width17 Inches
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3. Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar (Ebony)

    Features:
  • Mahogany body
  • 700T Humbucker pickups
  • Rosewood fretboard
  • 24.75 Scale
Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar (Ebony)
Specs:
ColorEbony
Height7 Inches
Length45 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateAugust 2009
Weight10 Pounds
Width17 Inches
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4. Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112J Electric Guitar; Old Violin Sunburst

Alder BodyMaple Bolt-On NeckRosewood FingerboardVintage Tremelo5 Position Switch
Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112J Electric Guitar; Old Violin Sunburst
Specs:
ColorOld Violin Sunburst
Height4.5 Inches
Length43 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2011
Weight11.25 Pounds
Width18 Inches
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9. Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC12 Electric Guitar; Black

Agathis BodyMaple Bolt-On NeckSonokeling FingerboardVintage Tremelo5 Position Switch
Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC12 Electric Guitar; Black
Specs:
ColorMetallic Blue
Height4.5 Inches
Length43 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2011
Weight11.1 Pounds
Width18 Inches
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10. Epiphone Les Paul-100, Heritage Cherryburst

The Les Paul 100 is cut to the same specs as Les' 1952 originalMahogany Body with Maple TopEpiphone 650R & 700T HumbuckersOkoume Neck
Epiphone Les Paul-100, Heritage Cherryburst
Specs:
ColorHeritage Cherryburst
Height7 Inches
Length45 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateSeptember 2009
Weight2.20462262 Pounds
Width17 Inches
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12. Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112J Electric Guitar; Black

    Features:
  • Alder Body
  • Maple Bolt-On Neck
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
  • Vintage Tremelo
  • 5 Position Switch
Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112J Electric Guitar; Black
Specs:
ColorBlack
Height4.5 Inches
Length43 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2011
Width18 Inches
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13. Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112V Electric Guitar; Old Violin Sunburst

    Features:
  • Solid Alder Body
  • Maple Bolt-On Neck
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
  • Vintage Tremelo with block saddles
  • 5 Position Switch with coil tap
Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112V Electric Guitar; Old Violin Sunburst
Specs:
ColorOld Violin Sunburst
Height4.134 Inches
Length47.835 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2011
Sizemedium
Weight13.228 Pounds
Width17.913 Inches
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14. Ibanez RG421 Electric Guitar Blackberry Sunburst

    Features:
  • Wizard III 3-piece Maple neck
  • Mahogany body
  • Rosewood fretboard w/White dot inlay
  • Jumbo frets
  • Fixed bridge
Ibanez RG421 Electric Guitar Blackberry Sunburst
Specs:
ColorBlackberry Sunburst
Height4 Inches
Length44.5 Inches
Number of items1
Weight10.95 Pounds
Width17.75 Inches
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17. Schecter C-1 Standard Electric Guitar - Black Cherry

Flamed Maple Top3-pc Maple NeckDuncan-Designed HB102b/HB101n PickupsTonePros TOM BridgeLimited Lifetime Guarantee
Schecter C-1 Standard Electric Guitar - Black Cherry
Specs:
ColorBlack Cherry
Height5 Inches
Length44 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2010
Width19 Inches
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19. Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112J Electric Guitar; Lake Blue

    Features:
  • Alder Body
  • Maple Bolt-On Neck
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
  • Vintage Tremelo
  • 5 Position Switch
Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112J Electric Guitar; Lake Blue
Specs:
ColorLake Blue
Height4.5 Inches
Length43 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2011
Weight11.25 Pounds
Width18 Inches
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u/D1rty0n3 · 1 pointr/Guitar

Ok, here is the review of this.
2012 Schecter C-1 FR in black cherry

I purchased it from Amazon.com. I could have gotten it for $50 cheaper, but with the fact that I got free shipping that sealed the deal.
Here is the link to the actual page I bought it from.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0019ICXIE/ref=oh_o03_s01_i00_details


As for the construction of the axe: Mahagony neck through body Rosewood fretboard with a 25.5" scale. So jumbo frets on it. The frets are inlaid with gothic crosses which are a really nice touch IMO. Abalone inlaid around the entire exterior.

Grover hardware in a beautiful smoked chrome finish.

Emg 81 for the bridge and emg 89 for the neck. Both double humbuckers with the ability to go into single coil mode. Amazingly enough it sounds ALOT like a strat like that. Blew my damn mind. The pick ups are also active and require a C battery that is super easy to access. You can play it in passive move, but it picks up alot of noise and the soundquality becomes subpar.

Floyd Rose 1000 series tremelo set up.

I picked up a SGR-1C case for it as well. Link is here.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001U5NYD4/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details

The case has a TON of storage in it. I've never had such a badass case on any of my guitars. I can fit all my hardware for the guitar, wires, a cry baby wah and a effects pedal in it, and the kicker is I STILL have room. The handle is amazingly well placed and balanced.


As for what I love about it... It is the fastest guitar I've played to date in that price range. Super fast, doesn't pick up every little mistake you make, and this guitar can hold a note FOREVER. Not to mention I tested it by doing 10 full out whammy dives in a row and hooked it up to a tuner afterwards to find out EVERY string was still in perfect tune. Very well balanced floyd rose on this. The fact that I can get a guitar that can sound like a strat or a jackson all in one package is amazing. For a intermediate or begginer this is the guitar to get if you play metal/rock/classical/blues.


As for what I would upgrade on it? Nothing man. It's a very well balanced and thought out guitar. If anything I'd buy another guitar, but that is way down the line and only to get a really nice soloist (american). Honestly though, I'll enjoy this for years before I even think about it which will let me save up alot for a nice tube for now.


Versatility is superb on this one gentleman and gals. Like I said, you can switch from humbucker to single coil mode. Admittedly you don't have 3 humbuckers so you can't get a "true" strat sound, but if you want one guitar that can do it all then this is the one.


If anyone has any questions, please feel free to let me know and I'll answer as I can. (Repost but edited to fit the /r/guitar regs)

u/Hunterlanier03 · 1 pointr/Guitar

a lot of those bands use guitars like Les Pauls and SGs with a HH pick up configuration. i personally would point you toward the epiphone Les Paul or SG. They are made from mahogany which will give you a darker sound for heaver stuff. http://amzn.com/B007AGR6KE this is an epiphone SG that would kick ass for your first guitar or a cheaper one here http://amzn.com/B0002D01IG that would work alright, on the les paul side here is a great one http://amzn.com/B0002CZURO
but for a cheaper one i would recommend this one http://amzn.com/B0002CZUV0 . however, the same guitar comes with a bundle with an amp and everything to get you started for 200$ here http://amzn.com/B00A6D50L0 . also because your going to be getting into guitars im going to point you to some places for you to learn how to to play and reliable places to buy stuff from

for lessons http://www.justinguitar.com/

for guitar tabs http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/

to learn how to read a tab http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/how_to_read_tabs.html?no_takeover

places to buy stuff

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/

http://www.zzounds.com/

http://amazon.com/ <it works but i would not use it as my primary for guitar stuff

also try to stay away from guitar center until you have a good knowledge base or they might just rip you off. Sam ash is a good store and any localy owned shop will probably do you good. if you live in the Atlanta GA area i highly recommend Ken Stanton Music but they only have 5 stores :(

oh yeah also your going to need to replace guitar strings when you do buy one (well you don't need to but i would do it) so here is a video on how to do that http://youtu.be/DrLKlJS1wEo . now your going to have to buy new strings at some point. The 2 brands i highly recommend is daddario and erine ball (i personally like daddario) a pack of string from them is like 5-6$. now strings come in different sizes for beginners i would recommend a set of 9s like these http://amzn.com/B0002H0A7E or these http://amzn.com/B0002M6CW6 . just follow the video on how to replace strings and you will be good.

you will need a tuner also. for a beginner i would get on that clips on the head stock like this one http://amzn.com/B005MR6IHK also with that you need to learn what notes to tune a guitar to E standard tuning is EADGBE (Eddie Ate Dynamite Good Bye Eddie) but with your music taste you are going to need to learn E flat and Drop D aswell. E flat is (Eb,Ab,Db,Gb,Bb,Eb) and drop D is just E standard with the 6th string tuned down to D (DADGBE). any way that should be enough to push you in the right direction for learning guitar. hope it works out for you. if you have questions you can just PM me or something.

u/somethingwitty11011 · 1 pointr/rocksmith

I play with an epiphone les paul and I love it, but that's not as cheap as you want. I've read several reviews saying this guitar is great for a beginner and have considered picking one up because of the low price and a tremolo bar.

Buy the cable on amazon. The dlc is a bit pricey but a lot of it is really good. There's also a growing custom library of downloadable dlc you can get here If you create a free account

The game can be a good learning tool, or it can be a game; it depends on how you use it. The best way to use the game to become a better player is to use the riff repeater function with the songs--a tool that allows you to practice parts of songs slowed down/at a lower difficulty. Unfortunately the game doesn't really steer you to this behavior, instead it is easy to just get into playing a song over and over again to achieve a higher score, but this type of playing will likely lead to bad habits. There's a few cool minigames that also will help you learn scales and chords. I feel like i'm being a bit negative on the game but it really is fun and you do get better at guitar. The game is quite engaging and you will likely play your guitar much more using rocksmith than just practicing on your own.

u/ThePretzul · 1 pointr/Guitar

It's most likely a 2004 LP-100 model. You can buy them new on Amazon for $280. $220 used isn't a good deal, since you can usually get those for cheaper at even a Guitar Center in used condition. On craigslist they're found (in my area, a college town which may have a larger number of them floating around) for about $125-175 depending on condition.

It's definitely a LP-100 (I had one that I recently sold, for only $150 in great condition, in the same finish), but I'm slightly less certain on the 2004. The 4 in the serial number would seem to indicate 2004, but Epiphone did some funky stuff with their serial numbers recently so it isn't a guarantee.

The pickups have been either changed, or pickup covers have been added. The LP-100 did not have chromed pickup covers on it from the factory, so those are an aftermarket addition made by the previous owner. They could warrant a higher price if better pickups were installed, but otherwise I'd say that the $150-175 range is definitely much more reasonable for the guitar depending on condition.

For the future to help avoid confusion, you should know two things about the Epiphone Les Paul Standard that will help you to distinguish it from some of their lower cost models:

  • It will have trapezoid inlays, rather than dots, on the fretboard

  • It will have binding around the edge of the guitar top, and along the side of the fretboard (binding is a piece of plastic, usually cream colored, running along the rim)

    That said, this wouldn't be a bad guitar. I had a lot of fun with mine while I was using it and had no issues. In all honestly I would say it was a more comfortable guitar to play standing up than my Gibson Les Paul Studio, simply because it weighs less and isn't as thick from back to top. I had my LP-100 set up and afterwords it played pretty nice too, and from what I was told it didn't have any major or glaring issues with the frets and neck while the luthier was adjusting it.
u/gdsmithtx · 2 pointsr/Guitar

You may want to wait for Black Friday deals if they will be available for you in Canada.

If it were someone I was buying a Strat-style for, and I was buying now, I'd spend a little more:

Guitar:

Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112J Electric Guitar; Old Violin Sunburst for $199 - Definitely better than the comparably priced Squiers - Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlVyMoR1ck0&ab_channel=Gear4music

OR

Yamaha Pacifica Series PAC112V Electric Guitar; Old Violin Sunburst for $299 - Upgraded construction, materials, hardware and electronics - Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5rwlPfMjs4&ab_channel=DawsonsMusic -

Discussion of differences between Pacifica models: http://www.guitaradventures.com/yamaha-pacifica-review

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Amplifier:

Fender Mustang LT-25 - Digital Amplifier for $150 - A good, simple, versatile practice amp with digital effects - Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Peuxg2To42A&ab_channel=DawsonsMusic

OR

Fender Champion 40 - Amplifier for $200 - A good, simple, versatile 1x12 40 watt practice amp with effects - Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KafkKR5L_Gs&ab_channel=PMTVUK

OR

Boss Katana 50 mkII - Amplifier for $230- An excellent, impressively versatile, great sounding 1x12 50 watt practice amp with an amazing array of Boss effects built in - Review/Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hGl1ZeGBQA&t=8s&ab_channel=JustinGuitar

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By the way, do yourself a favor and visit justinguitar.com, the website site of Justin Sandercoe the guy doing the Boss Katana review. He has literally hundreds and hundreds of absolutely free guitar lessons that range from complete beginner through advanced guitar subjects. Plus, he's one of the nicest, most accessible teachers you'll ever come across.

u/bogdaniuz · 2 pointsr/rocksmith

I'm currently playing on this yamaha. It's well built, got a think neck (easier to play, especially for beginners) and overall I don't have any complaints about it. I've been playing for 2 or 3 years now, I think, and I don't see the reason to replace it in nearest future, as I play mostly as a hobby. I've plugged it into the amp and it sounds nice from the amp as well, especially for its price.



It costs as much as your bundle, and I don't really like bundles. In my opinion, you don't need this stuff at the moment (like the amp) and when you get comfortable in Rocksmith, you can buy amp separately, the one which would be far better than the one in the bundle.

Also, you should consider to buy a used instrument. Musicians, usually, tend to take a good care of their instruments, so you might grab the guitar that costs 400-500 for 200. But if you want to buy new, I'd definitely recommend Yamaha that I've linked.

EDIT: I've also noticed that the guitar in your bundle is the Epi Special II. This was the first guitar that I've used (borrowed from a friend) and, for me, it was far more easier to play on the Yamaha, because it has strat-like neck, which is thinner.

u/SteelFeathr · 3 pointsr/Guitar

Hey guys, newbie here. After reading up on it I decided to get a used Yamaha Pacifica. However, I couldn't find any used 112J/112Vs in my local Guitar Center, only the entry level PAC012. I'm not too comfortable with buying used without trying the guitar hands-on, so my options right now are this:

  • ~$100. Used PAC012 at local Guitar Center (played it, think it's in good condition though I don't really know what to look for)
  • ~$200. New 112J from Amazon. I would get it from Guitar Center or the likes, but Amazon is the only seller I've found that sells the Old Violin Sunburst finish, which I like the most.
  • ~$300. New 112V, from anywhere.

    I'm a broke college student, so I'd like to get the best bang for my buck. Does the upgrade from PAC012 to 112J justify a $100 increase? Or the upgrade from 112J to 112V another $100? I think I'll be getting a Roland Microcube to go with it, and play it through my headphones with a 1/4" to 3.5mm adapter.

    Any help would be appreciated. Thanks :)
u/-filly- · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

1 wanted item you say? Definitely this guitar. I've wanted to learn to play for a while, and this is rated well as a starter guitar.


As for the thing I'd like if I won, I'd definitely take #2 (the black wallet).

This is super generous, and you are super awesome :D

u/WyngsTriumphant · 1 pointr/Guitar

I've got some experience with an acoustic, I'm looking to move up to electric now. No need to worry about amps, pedals, or anything like that. I have a plan. The main thing I need to worry about, obviously, is what guitar to get. I'm on a tight budget (up to $200, but you can try to convince me to $250). I'm only looking for a simple, entry-level guitar, nothing that requires the mother-of-all-amps or a studio to sound good (I'm a budget college kid :P)

The two I'm considering are the Yamaha Pacifica or the Les Paul Special-II (any other ideas for LPs?). I do want to be able to play a mix of both pop/funk and also classic rock/heavy rock, so I need something with a decent enough pickup set.

Looking at these two models in particular, I've found this:
[For the Yamaha.] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CC3Q74/sr=8-1/qid=1496817722/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1496817722&sr=8-1) No clue what those numbers and letters in the "Style" menu mean... help pls?

...and this, for the Special II Also a bundle option there. Like I said, don't need amps, but still, if my original plan doesn't work, tell me if that pack would be any good.

So yeah, that's more or less where I'm at. Ideas? Suggestions? Anything in particular I should look for? As I said, I have NO CLUE what many of these 112V or J or whatever tags are supposed to mean, so uh... given what I was looking for, maybe you all could help fill me in? As I said for anything on the instrument that depends on amps, pedals, etc., don't worry, that's covered.

EDIT: Formatting derps.

u/BionicSammich · 6 pointsr/guitars

Do you have a friend you could borrow an old guitar from for a few weeks? If you are sure you are going to keep it up, it would definitely be worth spending a decent chunk on a decent guitar.


If not, then this or this would be a much better starter kit. I bought a cheap starter kit and within two months bought one of these guitar. It was such an improvement. This exact kit wasn't an option for me, but I'd definitely have gone for it if I had the choice. The epiphone one would be more suited for harder rock and metal, where as the Squier would be better for softer rock and country. That said, you can get a massive variety of sounds out of each for any style, so no need to worry.


If you do want to spend more on a nicer guitar, there are so many more options out there, but they wont come with all the little bits like guitar pics, an amplifier, cable, stand etc. It could get pretty pricey, so if you're not sure, stick to the starter kits for a while until you think you want to upgrade to something nicer. Here is an example of some stuff I picked out for someone a while back that wanted to go for a lower-mid range guitar starting out. Price could vary a little bit though. depending on the guitar.

u/Themysteriousstrange · 1 pointr/rocksmith

I highly recommend Ibanez and epiphone. Jackson also has a good model at $200. Just make sure you don't get a Floyd rose. They're terrible for a beginner and a hassle for even experienced guitar players.

But if you can find one with a standard style bridge they're great for a beginner

You could go to a guitar store to get a feel for the different kinds of guitars, but I understand that's really hard to do as a beginner. It's hard to know how you like to play before you know how to play I guess is what I'm saying.

Also $150 can get you a perfectly fine beginner guitar. If you went up to $200 you'd have a lot more options, but $150 is doable.

This one would probably be good

https://www.amazon.com/Ibanez-GRX20ZBKN-Electric-Guitar-Black/dp/B000N2Q6WG/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1549471554&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=ibanez&dpPl=1&dpID=41p9paleFIL&ref=plSrch

But not anything with a bridge like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Ibanez-JEMJRWH-Signature-6-String-Electric/dp/B00SMYD40O/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1549471554&sr=8-8&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=ibanez&dpPl=1&dpID=419LVBSMfoL&ref=plSrch


u/MechaTrogdor · 1 pointr/Guitar

So don’t get the nylon string classical guitar. It is purpose built with its nylon strings and wide neck for classical music.

Acoustic-electrics are made to take acoustic sound and amplify it louder. An acoustic-electric still produces sound from its body like an acoustic guitar, so plugging it in won’t help make it quiet.

If you want to play acoustic, just get an acoustic. You can get a better guitar for less not spending extra on electronics you won’t use. You can play an acoustic guitar softly enough to not disturb neighbors, and if you want to play pop get a steel string guitar. Finger picking/strumming is great for pop music and can be played as softly as you like. This would be an example of a good starter Yamaha acoustic. There are some even cheaper ones too. Here’s an even more budget friendly starter pack

If you would prefer an electric guitar, they have solid bodies and produce noise though magnets called pick-ups rather than the shape of their hollow bodies via sound holes like acoustics and acoustic-electrics. An amp is required to project this sound from the pick-ups, and with a headphones you can direct all the sound to the headphones. You can technically play without an amp but it’s very quiet and doesn’t sound good. These are great starter guitars but you’ll need an amp and headphones.

You can also find cheap electric starter kits that come with amps from squire and epiphone.

Just to reiterate once more, an acoustic-electric seems like the worst choice for you because it’s sole purpose is to make the acoustic sound louder, which is the opposite of what you want. Get an acoustic or electric, but not an acoustic-electric imo.

u/tclayson · 2 pointsr/guitars

If you want something for around $100 then look at Squier (by Fender). Basically they're poor man's Fender. I've had a couple of them, and still have one and they're very good for cheap low-end guitars.

I wouldn't get the one in your question... I've never heard of that brand, and judging by the condition of their website, I don't hold much faith for their guitars.

Definitely go for a Squier.

http://www.amazon.com/Squier-Fender-BulletStrat-Trem-Daphne/dp/B001L8IICM/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1342989728&sr=8-4&keywords=squier

In a similar vein, if you can spare a few more $$$ then have a look at the Epiphone range. Epiphone are the Squier's of the Gibson world. The'yre usually a bit more expensive than Squier, but you get a bit more quality. I have an Epiphone dot guitar which is as good (if not better) than my Fender Strat, and cost less than half as much. Here's an example of a nice entry level Epiphone: http://www.amazon.com/Epiphone-Special-Electric-Vintage-Sunburst/dp/B0002CZUV0/ref=sr_1_121?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1342990146&sr=1-121&keywords=epiphone

Remember Amazon's probably not the best place to go for guitars. You will probably get some better deals elsewhere. Have a look around. I would definitely go for a well known make when it comes to budget guitars. If the name is not well known, and its cheap then its definitely not worth it. High quality less-well-known guitar makes are very expensive, so when you're looking at the low end of guitars go for something well known.

u/OnlyEternity · 1 pointr/Guitar

It's a Squier Affinity, specifically I bought this starter pack: https://www.amazon.com/Squier-Fender-Dreaming-Start-Playing/dp/B00GGY67I8.

I think it was a good starting guitar, although I probably should have just started with something with humbuckers based on what I wanted to play. But I wasn't sure at the time if I was going to stick with it and it seemed like a good looking guitar for the price.

Even though I have a much nicer guitar now I still play with this one sometimes. Mine was setup pretty well and I don't have any complaints really for the price!

u/petertree · 1 pointr/Guitar

thanks so much man this has been really helpful. I wish they'd have a disclaimer in YT tutorials instead of just saying "yeah tune down all your strings am an octave for this song!"


Looked up a soundhole humidifier, is it worth getting one for a cheap guitar I got for free ([it costs about 40 on Amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0049J4O0K/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1480955632&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=bag+nylon+string+guitar&dpPl=1&dpID=51X%2BKuY9AcL&ref=plSrch) , had steel strings and body damage on it when I got it, to give you an idea of its condition).

edit: shit I think it was meant to have steel strings just looked at its amazon page

Hopefully I get to replace it with a real guitar soon, I'm thinking of getting an electric, a [Yamaha Pacifica] (https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-Pacifica-PAC012-Electric-Metallic/dp/B0002GZWZ0) because it's entry level and versatile ($150, twin humbuckers plus single coil), and the two styles I'm interested in are blues and grunge. A lot of those songs take a ton of arranging to sound interesting and 'full' on acoustic without pedals etc [this guy is my favorite example] (https://youtu.be/rwpi6vkiAgA)


At the same time I want to replace the classical with a proper acoustic, so I'm fairly torn on what to do.

u/SaveLivesGetLaid · 1 pointr/Guitar

My suggestion would be to save up for double that amount if you can. That would put you in the range of some decent beginner guitars. To be honest, $50 is not going to get you a lot, even in the used market. But a $50 guitar is better than no guitar, so if that's your budget and that's your plan, then you should go for it.

Based on what you've said I'm deducing that you want to start on an electric? I would not recommend going "below" a Squier Affinity series Strat, which you may be able to find used for <$100, but keep in mind that you will have to budget for a practice amp as well.

The best thing to do might be to borrow your friend's guitar if he has an extra, or let you "try" his. This way you can get a feel for the instrument, and decide if that's really something you're interested in while you do your research.

u/darkfear95 · 2 pointsr/Guitar

I recently bought a new guitar off amazon, after playing one at a friends place and I really liked the sound, however I've got a question about a similar model. Why does this guitar seem to have something before the final place the strings go, while the guitar I bought doesn't?

If it's cosmetic, that's good. I bought the one guitar purely based off of the color. Any help?

u/joycamp · 1 pointr/Guitar

If you want that more les paul sound I would look at this one instead:
https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-Revstar-RS320-Stock-Yellow/dp/B01ASX1EXA

if you want to go cheaper but still a really quality guitar (this guitar can do a variety of sounds due to its pickup configuration):
https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-Pacifica-PAC112V-Electric-Sunburst/dp/B001HV67L2/ref=pd_sbs_267_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=0Y58MP09F2CSXHCSA8JM

Yamaha makes really, really great guitars. I have two. Happy to answer any questions.

u/_Lettuce_3 · 3 pointsr/weezer

For me personally I would say a Fender Squier SSS or HSS depending on your taste. You can usually find for ~150 , but get the one with the trembolo.

You could also choose a squier telecaster for about the same price, but thats up to your taste in music.

If you arent a huge Fender fan an Epiphone SG might be good, but i dont have any past expierences with it

My friend has this guitar and he says its great for starters at its price https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000N2Q6WG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1514488630&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=Ibanez%2BGRX20Z&th=1&psc=1

u/Jaeryth · 3 pointsr/rocksmith

Looks like a pretty good deal. I have the Epiphone SG for rocksmith and I'm pretty satisfied with it.

u/Renegadent · 2 pointsr/Guitar

Is this guitar suitable for a beginner or would I be better off going for a used one? It looks like it's at a great price and I've been hoping to get into learning for a while now. I was planning on perhaps using this with Rocksmith. Thoughts?

u/juice2142 · 1 pointr/Guitar

I didn't realize the HSS were a little bit up there in price. Lowest I see is 400 ish. Probably more than i intend to start. Have you played the Yamaha? I see the PAC112J is only $200. Seems good. I dont know if i need a humbucker or not to start.

My other consideration is probably a Squier Standard or maybe splurge up for the classic vibe or whatever. Thanks again for your help! You definitely have a lot of knowledge to share.

u/brianinswfla · 2 pointsr/Guitar

Exactly what I was going to say. I picked up one of these on closeout from Musician's Friend for $350. I love it much better than the Epiphone Les Paul Custom I was playing before.

u/slid3r · 2 pointsr/guitars

The headstock looks suspect, even for a Squier.

But who cares. Effing Squier man, friggin rite of passage, right? I mean I was I think 14 and rented the black Squier strat, white pickguard and little 15w amp from the music store in my home town.

For $200 with a practice amp, not the worst purchase you could make if you're trying to figure out if you want to play.

Though, I have to say, knowing what I know 30 years later, a $300 Ibanez electric or a $300 Yamaha APX accoustic is a better entry level, life-long-friend starter guitar.

Rock on, leprechaun! Can't wait to see what you do with it, maybe tag me in a comment in the post! :)

u/CyberPlatypus · 1 pointr/Guitar

Cheap (relatively speaking). I started playing about six months ago and got a Pacifica 112J with a Blackstar ID core 10.

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Honestly, I'm loving them. Once I start playing, I can barely even stop myself. And they sound really nice too, although that's probably just because I've never listened to any higher end stuff.

u/RoyVR · 2 pointsr/Guitar

I'm a beginner player and don't know too much about guitars but I bought a RG421 from amazon this summer as my first guitar, put some ernie ball 2251 strings on it (stock strings are .09s) and dropped the action and I couldn't be happier. It has exceeded my expectations as a beginner guitar and is very pleasent to play ( playing mostly metal currently). Looks, feels, and sounds great in person too.

u/akhroat · 1 pointr/pakistan

so i was initially eyeing this one. but after u mentioned an hss combo i found this one. hss guitar is $100 more but comes with 20 watt amp.
which one offer best value for the money?

u/Astaro · 5 pointsr/rocksmith

Sound via hdmi from the xbox is laggy.
TV's also process their pictures before displaying them (also laggy, unless the TV has a game mode, sometimes even then)

That tends to make things trickier than they need to be for a music game.

PC has a bit more flexibility too - you can always install the game on a newer PC, and bring any DLC you've bought with you.
you can move from the 360 to an xbox one, the DLC will follow your xbox lve account, but you may have to rebuy the base game.

If the TV has a VGA input, can't you just use a pc to drive it?

The bundle guitar
seems OK,
I bought the older PC bundle, which came with a Les Paul jr instead of a Les Paul special.

I've been playing for a little over a year now. I still don't have an amp, I don't need one, I just use my PC.

u/Scorp63 · 1 pointr/Guitar

If you want a GREAT electric on the cheaper side by Epiphone, they make this guitar which was actually suggested to me as a beginner. It's an amazing guitar, and I've been using it some for Rocksmith until my lessons for Acoustic begin in August.

u/Tjinsu · 2 pointsr/Guitar

Take a look at the Squier Mustang. They're very comfortable and light weight guitars and really easy to maintain as hundreds of them are around, really good beginner guitar. $150 and can probably find one for $100 or so used easily.

u/EricClaptoan · 2 pointsr/Guitar

Something along the lines of an Ibanez RG421. The infinity pickups are the best lower-end / stock model high output pickups out there. They clean up nicely when you roll off the volume a bit.

My $0.02, your mileage may vary.

u/JayIkalima · 4 pointsr/FL_Studio

Why not just buy a seven string and learn to play? You can get a decent 7 string off the internet for 200USD and run some nice free amp/cab sims in FL.

If you're like me, you'll never touch those top strings anyway and you'll just learn powercords

u/KeyBorgCowboy · 3 pointsr/rocksmith

I've been pretty happy with this Epiphone Les Paul Special II.

u/RRuruurrr · 1 pointr/CasualConversation

What are the requirements for a guitar? I know nothing about them but have been looking on amazon and at some local pawn shops. What are your thoughts on the difference between something like this and something like this?

u/B3nny_o · 3 pointsr/Guitar

Wow thank you for that mountain of information :D I will look into all of the stuff you mentioned and keep you updated
Edit: Right so I've done some more searching and I think I found some gear that I want
Guitar :https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0002D01IG
Amp:https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002S0NOUS
What else do I need and are these good choices?

u/Vinicelli · 2 pointsr/Guitar

Les Pauls are solid guitars don't get me wrong, but Squier has undergone a big quality upgrade in the last few years. Out of the two you just mentioned I'm a fan of SGs from what I've played and plan on getting one in the near future. You can get one for under 200$ with a little digging. This ones an Epiphone but you're paying for the name with Gibson as well. http://www.amazon.com/Epiphone-Special-Electric-Guitar-Cherry/dp/tags-on-product/B0002D01IG

u/neovulcan · 1 pointr/Guitar

Much obliged. I actually ordered an Epiphone LP Special II Les Paul just a few hours ago. Assuming I actually stick with guitar this time around, I figure I'll have enough experience to walk into a guitar shop a year from now and pick exactly the guitar I want.

Any recommendations on strings/tools? Should I plan to turn my neck in X months? I noticed from a review on this particular guitar that the strings are lighter. Should I invest in a set of heavier strings and truss/rod adjustment now? I've held other guitars years ago and in a very amateur appraisal remember liking lighter strings because I didn't have to press so hard to get a note. I don't remember much more so hopefully this won't make Rocksmith impossible to play.

u/Josh1billion · 8 pointsr/rocksmith

> There are bundles on Amazon for about $250 that include an Epiphone guitar and the PS4 edition.

Worth noting that you can save some money by buying the guitar and game separately. The game including the cable is currently $41 on Amazon, while the guitar is always about $130. And any electric guitar will work, so you can trade that out for any other guitar if you like.

u/SlowMobiusHS · 2 pointsr/Guitar

You can get a new Squier Bullet Mustang and a Boss Katana 50 for $370 plus tax. That's a pretty fine starter rig.

You can save a little on the amp and go with something smaller like a Blackstar ID Core, but the Katana is probably a better overall choice.

u/P-Shivers · 1 pointr/Guitar

I bought a beginner guitar package Fender Squier (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00X3F8TKW) and I'm thinking of upgrading to something nicer, perhaps this ESP LTC EC-1000 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VQAI0Q).

Good idea? Bad idea? Is it really better? In what way? Should I look at a different model? I play a variety of songs exclusively on Rocksmith.

u/DinoRiders · 6 pointsr/Guitar

Ibanez guitars are pretty good for metal, but also pretty versatile, and on rare occasions are seen used in some jazz bands. Can be around $200, if that's what you're willing to spend?
http://www.amazon.ca/Ibanez-GRX20ZBKN-Electric-Guitar-Black/dp/B000N2Q6WG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1417225785&sr=8-3&keywords=Ibanez

u/nyarlathotim · 1 pointr/7String

Jackson JS22 ($200) - http://www.amazon.com/Jackson-JS22-7-Dinky-Satin-7-string/dp/B00BSL5Z1E/

The tone is a little bright, but down the road if you decide you love 7-strings, you could upgrade the pickups.

Edit: Moar words.

u/HeAbides · 6 pointsr/Guitar

Found this one used, with a few others others down there. The Redline S1's seem to retail new for $500, where as the descibed S3's go for ~$720 new.

This looks to be in better condition, and has a nice flame top for $500.

u/clipmann · 1 pointr/Guitar

WOW, i got this, Godin redline, I personally love the redline 3, watch the whole video, Its around $700 here in canada, $700 on amazon. Or, you can keep it fucking real and go for a redline1 for around $600, the redline1 is a bit of a one trick pony, it does it well. Canadian rock maple and shit. .

u/ZagatoZee · 3 pointsr/rocksmith

http://www.amazon.com/Epiphone-Special-Electric-Guitar-Ebony/dp/B0002CZUUG/ref=sr_1_1

Not the best you'll ever hold - but damned good value for the money. Solid tail piece, this is handy for within Rocksmith as you change tunings quite often, those guitars hold their tuning quite well.

u/LightsOut5774 · 1 pointr/PS4

Rocksmith requires a real guitar. If you plan on buying it, i personally recommend this guitar. I bought that when I got the game last year and it has been serving me very well ever since :)

u/Radedo · 1 pointr/personalfinance

Sorry, [this](Epiphone Les Paul SPECIAL-II Electric Guitar, Vintage Sunburst https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002CZUV0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Qoqzzb2X8TKTH) is the link, but the deal has already expired. If it makes you feel any better though it stopped working not long after I placed the order (I tried telling my friend and he couldn't get the same discount).

u/kenjisan231 · 2 pointsr/Guitar

I played a Ibanez Art 100 for awhile and it held up quite nice. It a pretty balanced guitar, and its only $299.

If you don't mind shelling out your max budget, a Schecter C1 Standard would be and even better choice. Comes to $499, but I doubt you wanted to spend your max budget if possible. Its worth mentioning though for the quality to price ratio.

They aren't metal oriented guitars or strat like, but if you don't like them, I can try and find a few more options.



u/Mephiska · 1 pointr/rocksmith

You don't mention a budget, but really for a starter guitar I have absolutely no complaints about the Les Paul Special II. It's a fantastic starter guitar and you won't realize it's "really crappy" after. It's from a reputable company with a warranty, and the quality out of the box is way above the awful, cheap no-name brand I tried at first (and immediately returned).

Honestly if you're just starting I wouldn't drop a ton of money on an expensive guitar, especially brand new. The LP Special II is cheap enough that you don't feel like you wasted a ton of money if you want to move on to something better later on, and you may even want to keep it around.

I was so happy with the LP Special II that I picked up the Epiphany DR-100 Acoustic Dreadnought, and was again impressed with the quality for the price ($99).

u/Kmic14 · 4 pointsr/guitars

That's not bad, it typically retails new for around 200$. As long as you're satisfied and it feels good, that's what matters.

https://www.amazon.com/Fender-Stratocaster-Beginner-Electric-Amplifier/dp/B071F7WHTM

u/Ceasman · 2 pointsr/Guitar

you might get better value from:
Monoprice guitars, or
Squire Bullet, or
Guitar Fetish, or
Agile Guitars

u/leftelecaster · 1 pointr/Guitar
u/remembertosmilebot · 0 pointsr/Guitar

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u/ChickenTaco · 1 pointr/Guitar

I started on the equivalent of this and then about $100 line 6 amp: http://www.amazon.com/Epiphone-Special-Collection-Electric-Guitar/dp/B0002CZUUG

It's the only thing I have used in this price range so I can't speak to anything else but for a beginner I would recommend it.

I think an important thing here is to also pay for someone to set the guitar up (adjust the truss rod, action etc).

u/Rabonicus · 1 pointr/Guitar

Hello,

I'd recommend a LP style guitar, and a Marshall or valve amp (up to 30W) depending on what kind of audience you're playing to.

Guitar similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002CZUV0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1418668301&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SY200_QL40

And an amp similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005ODB36S/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1418668401&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX200_QL40

u/jimbonics · 2 pointsr/xboxone

My Rocksmith w/ cable showed up yesterday.

This shows up today.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002CZUUG

Should be a fun weekend!

u/slash178 · 3 pointsr/Guitar

The Squier Bullet is a universally recommended starter guitar.

People here will likely also recommend Rondo music guitars (not on Amazon).

Starter kits are a ripoff. Spend a little more and get a starter guitar and an amp.

u/joel8x · 3 pointsr/Guitar

This Squier Mustang gets pretty rave reviews for an inexpensive guitar.

u/Simone232 · 2 pointsr/Guitar

So something like this or this?

u/thepotatowedeserve · 2 pointsr/SBU

sure, its a fender squire bullet strat like mint green if you cant tell from pics, comes with amp, strap, tuner, picks, guitar bag and an instructional dvd. Used twice in its lifetime because im terrible at it. hows $140 for everything?
http://imgur.com/a/pRWhf

amazon link to just guitar: https://www.amazon.com/Squier-Fender-Bullet-Beginner-Electric/dp/B001L8NFZW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474668712&sr=8-1&keywords=fender+squire+bullet+strat

u/y2g · 1 pointr/Guitar

> get the Epiphone if you think having a les paul will make you more willing to play guitar

How's this for a decent Epiphone then? It's well under $200, but hey, it's an Epiphone.

u/notjosemanuel · 2 pointsr/Guitar

Yeah there's not much around me in terms of music related shops, I'll just pay for the shipping and get it from Amazon, I have my eyes on the Oscar, the sg and the les paul

u/Retroactive_Spider · 1 pointr/rocksmith

Just search for "Fender Squeir" on Amazon, you'll see what's up. Avoid the bundles (comes with a case and/or amp). You can always pick those up later. Here's the difference between what you see:

  • telecaster - has three pick-ups (the sensors under the strings) and a tremolo ("whammy") bar. The bar makes the strings audibly go up and down while you press it, but can also cause the guitar to go out of tune sooner. The area where the neck meets the body also has more room for your hand to fret the super-high notes.
  • stratocaster - has two pick-ups and no whammy bar.
u/FatBabyBrother · 2 pointsr/Guitar

You really need to go to a guitar store before you throw down $X for a guitar... ignore the color and the logo... I just sold my MIM Strat because it felt awfull (neck is to small for my hands) turns out I really like the wider Gibson/Epiphone style bodies.

Also, don't spend $300 for your first guitar.. maybe in a year (if you last a year) upgrade.

Here's an Epiphone for $149 (on sale, Its a $300 guitar)

http://www.amazon.com/Epiphone-Special-Electric-Vintage-Sunburst/dp/B0002CZUV0/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1451256946&sr=1-2&keywords=epiphone

I have one in Wine and its a solid guitar.. but you really have to put whatever you want to buy in your hands and feel it for yourself.

u/Ignore_User_Name · 2 pointsr/rocksmith

You could also take a look at this one, a bit more expensive but still under 150.

https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B0002CZUUG/ref=s9_dcacsd_dcoop_bw_c_x_3_w

For rocksmith something without a tremolo bar might be better so it's easier to change tunings. It's not that hard but why have the inconvenience when Rocksmith doesn't make use of it.

edit: half of the post kind of was not there..

u/BloodySteelMice · 1 pointr/letstradepedals

It's one of these

https://www.amazon.com/Epiphone-SPECIAL-II-Electric-Guitar-Ebony/dp/B0002CZUUG

It's in black like the link. It needs a bit of soldering work (something is loose in it so it has intermittent connection) and the knobs have been replaced to white. I can take actual pictures of it in a bit. I would want $120 shipped and insured (I wouldn't make much money off of this due to the cost to ship, but I would rather just get rid of it).

u/Bernak_Obanders · 1 pointr/Guitar

Just got this one it's coming in on Monday.

u/BeeSawd · 2 pointsr/Guitar

As the other guy said maybe go with a Strat style guitar, check these out: https://www.amazon.com/Squier-Fender-Bullet-Beginner-Electric/dp/B001L8NFZW

u/truthink · 1 pointr/rocksmith

Ya? So not mentioning those details kinda indicates some issues they're not sharing? I'm open to not buying it. Before finding it, I was set on buying this Epiphone Les Paul and getting a quality setup.


Epiphone Les Paul SPECIAL-II Electric Guitar, Ebony https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002CZUUG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_pg3qxbZ75DSQF

u/s0rete · 1 pointr/Guitar

Here is the link to the guitar: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001HV67L2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_uulDCb0R90Y2H

About the amp I can tell you that is really cool, in It's software It has a shit ton of pedals to modify the sound, for a bedroom player I'd really recomend It.

u/tapion91 · 2 pointsr/AskReddit

Impulse buying random shit on Amazon.

A couple weeks ago I bought a Deep Fryer, Electric Guitar and Rocksmith 2014, and Red Wing Iron Ranger boots.

EDIT: Added links. Also this

u/luesmas · 2 pointsr/brasil

1- Alguma guitarra da Yamaha, Epiphone ou Squier, eu acho que o melhor é testar as guitarras, mas já que você não sabe nada fica um pouco difícil então vai ter que ir por visual ou pedir pro vendedor tocar e escolher a com som mais agradável, mas se eu fosse você gastaria uns $500 e pegaria uma Epiphone G-310 ou um modelo da Ibanez.

2- Sim, baixe o Amplitube pirata ou mesmo o trial de alguns desses programas como Guitar Rig são praticamente eternos, só te limitam no numero de efeitos.

3-A saída da guitarra é cabo P10, pra entrar no PC é cabo P2, então ou você compra um P10/P10 e um adaptador P2 ou um cabo P10/P2(vai ter que comprar um adaptador se for tocar em amplificador físico posteriormente).

4- Strap caso queira tocar em pé, umas palhetas de guitarra, te diria um afinador mas hoje em dia da pra usar o celular ou mesmo os programas no pc, cordas novas e de qualidade, uma flanelinha e um case pra guardar, geralmente as lojas oferecem desconto se comprar esses kits.