Good Guitar for a beginner

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  altomic on 19/12/2016 - 16:51

  Electric or acoustic?

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    pifts on 19/12/2016 - 16:59

    Preferably acoustic but I wouldn't mind dabbling in electric if it was cheaper - I own a bad qual. acoustic already.

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  ChrisLevo on 19/12/2016 - 16:51

  +1

  Epiphone DR-100 is really popular for beginners, and I found it on sale:
  https://www.allansbillyhyde.com.au/prod/EA10VSCH1/Epiphone%C2%AE-DR-100-Dreadnought-Acoustic-Guitar-(Vintage-Sunburst).aspx

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  sparkles on 19/12/2016 - 16:56

  +1

  You could look at the Yamaha Gigmaker C40 pack. It's around your price range. It has the nylon strings which are easier on the fingers for learners. Make sure you buy a bag, even a basic one, as the finish can chip if not handled with care.

  I got this one, alas I have not been very dedicated and it's kind of gathering dust.

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  [Deactivated] on 19/12/2016 - 17:18

  +1

  Second hand. I have a electric guitar in immaculate condition that I bought years ago for about $1400, and I'd be lucky to get around $250 for it.

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    pifts on 19/12/2016 - 17:35

    Thanks I just realised second hand is the way to go a moment ago.

    I've found two around the same price if you could help recommend. They're both $140 and second-hand but as new, just not sure which is better quality as a model.

    http://gregbennettguitars.com/g-series-gom-100-s/

    http://usa.yamaha.com/products/musical-instruments/guitars-b…

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      mskeggs on 19/12/2016 - 20:58

      I bought my used Yamaha steel string 30 years ago and it is still going strong!