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Posted by Kerstin

So, I'm ready to fulfill a dream I’ve had for a while: learn to play guitar.

My first step is to picking out an instrument.

A musician friend told me the shape of an electric model might be ideal to learn on since its neck is narrower and therefore, easier to practice the basics.

Enter the Bambusa, a electric guitar crafted from bamboo, which not only sports a clean, beautiful look, but is eco-friendly as bamboo is one of the most renewable natural resources around.

The guitar’s price tag, available from First Act, makes my wallet feel good as well. It retails for $399.

I will keep you updated on the search. And please, anyone with ideas, feel free to send them to me.

Comments

[e]

I think a hollow body electric guitar might be a good chioce for you. They're finger friendly but you can play ampless for very quiet but audible enough practice, as well as plug them in for some serious rocking out. I played both acoustic and electric guitars when first learning and I much preferred the electric for most of my practice. I also recommend a few trips to local guitar stores to try out every guitar that appeals to you until you find the perfect fit. And don't get too hung up on brand, especially for a starter guitar.

[Carrie]

Yeah, I would recommend going to a music store with a private try-out area, and try at least an electric, a steel-stringed acoustic, and a nylon-stringed acoustic just to see what is the most satisfying to you.

I've been playing for about 15 years and my favorite guitar is a 3/4-scale nylon-string acoustic model designed for, I think, kids who are serious about learning classical guitar. I paid $90 for it. But it's perfect for me!

Good luck! You can do it!

[Naomi Piercey]

If your only concern is finding on with a smaller neck (very useful for small fingers...I would know) then I would recommend you try finding an acoustic. I have a Seagull and its tiny little neck is amazing for my little-girl fingers. Plus, acoustic is way easier to learn on than electric because all you need is the guitar, not cables and an amp. Plus, you get a more genuine sound the first go around. Have fun!

[Paul]

I think that guitar would be great at some point, but...I would recommend that you borrow a friend's guitar to try it out first. Or perhaps purchase a used one, just until you are sure you want to stick with it. I've seen several people buy pianos and guitars with the best of intentions and then quickly decide it's not for them. Good luck with your search and I hope you like playing!

[natalie]

What a beautiful guitar! Best of luck with the playing.