I absolutely know nothing about guitars. I wanted to buy it for a long time. I read most reviews here and finally decided to buy one. I ordered it on 09/01/2011 and the product arrived on 09/12/2011 (as mentioned). The packaging was satisfactory to me. I first checked for any damages and also missing items. But everything was good. Item wise review is as follows:
1. Tuner - The seller provided the electronic tuner with a set of batteries. I watched youtube on how to tune the guitar using an electronic tuner! I am an absolute beginner. Very easy to work with.
2. Dummies book - This book gives a good start. Pretty much covers all the basics. Although, one might need more advanced books for further improvement. Also, youtube has a lot of videos to help you improve.
3. Guitar and Pick - The quality of the sound is pretty decent. I have no particular complaints. I am practicing everyday (1 hour minimum) and it becomes more playable. I am happy about the guitar quality. Picks are really good. No complaints from my side.
4. CD - Works fine. Though, I am an international student, I cannot relate myself to the exercise songs. But I am sure that for practicing purpose this CD is very useful.
5. Bag - I don't think the quality of the bag should prevent you from buying the guitar. I can carry my guitar to any place I go. And that is what I want from the bag.
** It would have been great if they added an extra string set, in case, if these strings breaks.
Initially, it was very tough to use. The strings were tight and fretting was tough. It was really painful to play in the beginning. But one month of practice and I don't feel any pain now.
Overall, I am satisfied with this product. With a regular practice, I am able to play some songs without any trouble. I am personally having a great fun with this product. I would recommend this product to my friends. I hope this review helps you for your purchase.
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| Delivery | — | Get it May 9 - 13 | — | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 9 | — | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 9 |
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| Sold By | Laredo SuperStore LLC | Austin Bazaar | Austin Bazaar | Austin Bazaar | Austin Bazaar | Austin Bazaar |
| hand orientation | Right | Right | Left | Right | Left | Right |
| number of strings | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| fretboard material | Rosewood | Walnut Wood | Rosewood | Walnut Wood | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| back material | Linden | Nato Wood, Basswood | mahogany | mahogany | mahogany | mahogany |
| top material | Spruce | Basswood | Spruce | spruce | Spruce | Spruce |
| string material | Alloy Steel | Bronze | Fender Dura-Tone 880L Coated 80/20 (.012-.052 Gauges) | — | Phosphor Bronze | Fender® Dura-Tone® 880L Coated 80/20 (.012-.052 Gauges), PN 0730880303 |
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Perfect kit for beginners!
If you are wanting to learn to play the guitar, this is one of the best deals you will find on Amazon. This is an awesome starter kit at a great price! The guitar is high quality and sounds fantastic!Pros:- this kit is totally perfect for absolute beginners- it has everything you need to start playing- the case has a front pocket to store all the stuff it comes with- the book explains everything really clearly and has an accompanying CD which helps- the book is not really thick so it won't take that long to read through it- the digital tuner works great and makes tuning the guitar (which you have to do often) a breezeCons:- it doesn't come with a strap, but otherwise this kit is perfectIf you want to be able to stand and play, you will need to get a strap separately. Amazon has some affordable straps for around $6-12.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2018
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If you are wanting to learn to play the guitar, this is one of the best deals you will find on Amazon. This is an awesome starter kit at a great price! The guitar is high quality and sounds fantastic!
Pros:
- this kit is totally perfect for absolute beginners
- it has everything you need to start playing
- the case has a front pocket to store all the stuff it comes with
- the book explains everything really clearly and has an accompanying CD which helps
- the book is not really thick so it won't take that long to read through it
- the digital tuner works great and makes tuning the guitar (which you have to do often) a breeze
Cons:
- it doesn't come with a strap, but otherwise this kit is perfect
If you want to be able to stand and play, you will need to get a strap separately. Amazon has some affordable straps for around $6-12.
Pros:
- this kit is totally perfect for absolute beginners
- it has everything you need to start playing
- the case has a front pocket to store all the stuff it comes with
- the book explains everything really clearly and has an accompanying CD which helps
- the book is not really thick so it won't take that long to read through it
- the digital tuner works great and makes tuning the guitar (which you have to do often) a breeze
Cons:
- it doesn't come with a strap, but otherwise this kit is perfect
If you want to be able to stand and play, you will need to get a strap separately. Amazon has some affordable straps for around $6-12.
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