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phillip
i love the spanish style of guitar music and was wondering what type of guitar is the best because i would like to learn. thank you
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Understand the attraction of this kind of music representation for guitar.
And there is a difference between classical and flamenco guitar style of playing as well, but relative to the music they are intended to express. But saying, 'Spanish' is really saying 'modern' guitar in the historic sense that includes most all guitars made today.
Typically a classical/flamenco guitar is the smaller, lighter guitar that comes with nylon strings and have wider, thicker necks than the more common 'dreadnought', steel string guitars. (Those are the more popular folk/western style which are familiar to everyone.) Then, there are the gypsy/jazz guitars that have odd sound holes, wide bridges and mix of silk/steel combinations with large bodies for that particular expression of musical style.
Starting out with a classical guitar with nylon strings and its thicker neck is a good way to learn and really appreciate the development of playing and getting into finger style techniques and ability. A plus once this is conquered both physically, and of play style, that will enhance and blend with any other guitar to be played later on. Yet, the strings will be easier on the fingertips than steel when getting use to playing.
But when it comes to the music and the classical guitar, one then understands the style of music it historically represents as being Spanish in origin or of the classics. It can reflect the music of today's Mexican and Latin (South American) traditional and modern expression when recognized, studied and performed. It is also considered to be more romantic of all the acoustics. And we know why.
Some brands of classical guitars to look for, in moderate price ranges and good quality: Alvarez; Epiphone; Ibanez; Jasmine; Washburn and Yamaha. I do not recommend Fender for any acoustics. They are cheaply made and rare to find one that has good potential. You pay for the label.
Finding a unit with a 'select wood' top, as opposed to a solid wood top, means it will be a veneer laminate of the two kinds. Solid top guitars will best represent the acoustic, resonance and clarity of volume that a guitar is designed to perform when played. This will add maybe 25% to the cost of most any guitar. In the long term, it will prove out such value.
With classicals, the tops can come in either the spruce or the traditional cedar (even more expensive as a solid top). Different woods project slightly different tone qualities in all guitars and you will learn this as you play a variety of units.
Take someone with you who is already into guitar playing when going to a music store or guitar outlet. Do a little research and try out all the models that you can get your hands on to find out what will suit your needs for now.
Understand the attraction of this kind of music representation for guitar.
And there is a difference between classical and flamenco guitar style of playing as well, but relative to the music they are intended to express. But saying, 'Spanish' is really saying 'modern' guitar in the historic sense that includes most all guitars made today.
Typically a classical/flamenco guitar is the smaller, lighter guitar that comes with nylon strings and have wider, thicker necks than the more common 'dreadnought', steel string guitars. (Those are the more popular folk/western style which are familiar to everyone.) Then, there are the gypsy/jazz guitars that have odd sound holes, wide bridges and mix of silk/steel combinations with large bodies for that particular expression of musical style.
Starting out with a classical guitar with nylon strings and its thicker neck is a good way to learn and really appreciate the development of playing and getting into finger style techniques and ability. A plus once this is conquered both physically, and of play style, that will enhance and blend with any other guitar to be played later on. Yet, the strings will be easier on the fingertips than steel when getting use to playing.
But when it comes to the music and the classical guitar, one then understands the style of music it historically represents as being Spanish in origin or of the classics. It can reflect the music of today's Mexican and Latin (South American) traditional and modern expression when recognized, studied and performed. It is also considered to be more romantic of all the acoustics. And we know why.
Some brands of classical guitars to look for, in moderate price ranges and good quality: Alvarez; Epiphone; Ibanez; Jasmine; Washburn and Yamaha. I do not recommend Fender for any acoustics. They are cheaply made and rare to find one that has good potential. You pay for the label.
Finding a unit with a 'select wood' top, as opposed to a solid wood top, means it will be a veneer laminate of the two kinds. Solid top guitars will best represent the acoustic, resonance and clarity of volume that a guitar is designed to perform when played. This will add maybe 25% to the cost of most any guitar. In the long term, it will prove out such value.
With classicals, the tops can come in either the spruce or the traditional cedar (even more expensive as a solid top). Different woods project slightly different tone qualities in all guitars and you will learn this as you play a variety of units.
Take someone with you who is already into guitar playing when going to a music store or guitar outlet. Do a little research and try out all the models that you can get your hands on to find out what will suit your needs for now.
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