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A quick guide on choosing the right acoustic guitars for beginners

Selecting the right guitar can be very confusing, whether you're buying it for yourself or somebody else. There are a lot of sizes and styles to choose from, making it easy to get lost in the information. On the other hand, guitar study is one of the most rewarding hobbies, and you can easily steepen your learning curve at the start of your journey as long as you select the right instrument.

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Acoustic guitar Overview

Acoustic guitars are fretted musical instruments that generate sound by vibrating strings above a hollow chamber within their bodies. Although many acoustic guitars can also function as electric guitars, vibrations travel through the air and do not require electrical amplification.

Factors you should consider before choosing the right acoustic guitars for beginners

Assess your budget
Decide what you are willing to spend most before studying the differences between guitars of various price ranges. Then, start with what you can afford. Although it is recommended that for a good guitar you don't pay less than $300, if you're a starter, and are not sure whether this will be a long-term hobby it’s safe to buy a good quality, cheaper model.

Availability of Solid wood or laminate tops
A laminate top acoustic guitar might work for you if you are on a tight budget. However, the more expensive solid wood tops vibrate less than those made of plywood. Consequently, there will be less richness to the sound and a lower volume.

Design and Construction
Understanding how an acoustic guitar is designed and built will help you see and hear subtle differences that will inform your choice of an acoustic guitar.

Body
Acoustic guitars are made up of the top, also known as the Soundboard. Supporting the Soundboard is an internal bracing, which comprises the sides, the back, and an inner hollow chamber. Normally, the curves on the upper body will be called upper bouts and the curves on the lower body will be called lower bouts. A waist is an area found between them.
Instruments' shapes and sizes can affect both their sound and playability. Therefore, it is crucial to choose an acoustic guitar that fits your music style and physical needs.

Styles and Sound

Acoustic guitars share many elements of construction and design, but they sound and play differently. Each acoustic guitar shares those essential characteristics above. Still, now that you know how it's constructed and designed, it will be easier to consider which variables affect how it sounds and feel.

Comfort and resonance
Almost as many companies create acoustic guitar bodies as there are nuances to the style. When choosing a guitar, make sure that it will produce the sound you desire and that it will be comfortable for you to play standing up or sitting. The Soundboard refers to the top part of the guitar body. There is generally a connection between a giant soundboard and a deeper, louder sound. Traditionally, guitars with a large soundboard have a narrow waist for added comfort.

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