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Slipin Lizard
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Slipin Lizard
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01/12/2013 3:59 am
It might be too late, but that's a pretty high-end guitar, and pretty pricey. If money is no object, just go for it. But if it is, then shop wisely. The problem when you have a crappy "beginner" guitar is that a really expensive guitar just seems like a gift from the guitar gods that you can't live without. However, it might surprise you when you actually try a number of high end guitars side by side... a $1000 guitar might seem just as nice as a $2500 or even higher priced model. Use your ears, try to compare the feel and playability of each instrument before you blow all your money on something.

I do recommend that you avoid fancy-smanchy guitars that are expensive because they have extremely detailed artwork. For me, its all about the tone and playability. Some of the best players in the world play very plain or even beaten up guitars, and paying extra for pretty is just a waste of money unless that is really important to you. I actually think it adds more stress, because you'll eventually bang or bump the guitar, especially if you travel with it, and then you'll be in tears because you scratched your "baby".

Guitar shopping is a lot fun, good luck!