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Electric Guitars
If you’ve decided to buy an electric guitar, the most important thing is to figure out what kind of music you plan to play. Unlike acoustic guitars, the sound here depends almost entirely on the pickups, effects pedals, and the amplifier and cabinet—not the wood. Below, we’ve briefly outlined how to choose an electric guitar for different purposes and what factors generally determine the price.
For Beginners and Children
A quality electric guitar for beginners should be simple, with even frets and good intonation, so as not to discourage the desire to learn.
If the instrument is for a child, a standard adult model may not be suitable due to its weight and neck length. If you want to choose a small and lightweight guitar, pay attention to parameters such as scale length (measured in inches) and wood type. In most cases, electric guitars have a scale length of 25.5 inches; for beginners, children, and people with shorter fingers, a scale length of 24.75 inches or shorter will be much more comfortable to play. To choose a lightweight electric guitar, look for models made from basswood, alder, swamp ash, and poplar.
Popular brands and body styles at MuzTus
We curate our selection to suit various budgets and styles:
Cort — if you’re looking for a balance of price and quality. Cort electric guitars (or simply Cort guitars) are reliable instruments with good hardware at a reasonable price.
Yamaha — a Japanese classic. The Pacifica series, represented by the Yamaha electric guitar (or “Yamaha electric guitar” in our search), is considered a versatile instrument for beginners and first concerts.
Fender & Squier — the American legend Fender electric guitar and its more affordable Squier line (often searched for as “Fender electric guitar” on our site). This is a classic clean and distorted sound for blues, funk, and rock.
The SG shape—two-horned models (SG electric guitar)—for those who love classic hard rock.
Ibanez, Jackson, and Aria — instruments with slim necks for fast playing and heavy styles. Whether it’s an Ibanez electric guitar, an American Jackson electric guitar, or a Japanese Aria electric guitar, they all work great with high-gain overdrive.
Technical differences: frets, pickups, tremolo, and number of strings
Before buying, pay attention to the hardware and construction:
Frets: A standard 22-fret electric guitar will suit most styles. If you plan to play complex, modern solo parts in genres like progressive metal or math rock, it’s better to look for a 24-fret electric guitar.
Pickup type: This is the key factor that shapes the character of the sound. There are quite a few pickup combinations, but the most important thing is to distinguish between these two types:
Single Coils — produce a clean, bright, and transparent sound. Ideal for blues, funk, indie, and light rock.
Humbuckers — have two coils that suppress background noise and produce a dense, powerful sound. This is an excellent choice for overdriven playing in heavy rock and metal.
Tremolo: A basic electric guitar with a tremolo allows you to slightly sway the sound using a special lever. For vibrato and sharp drops, you’ll need an electric guitar with a Floyd Rose or another type of tremolo.
Lowered tunings: Modern metal often requires a 7-string or 8-string electric guitar, which produce a tight bass on the lower strings and allow you to play even higher notes.
Body design: There are also headless electric guitars. They lack the traditional headstock, and the tuning pegs are moved to the bridge. This makes the instrument lighter and more compact, which is convenient for transport.
New or used guitar?
People often buy used electric guitars because their prices are usually lower than those of classical or acoustic guitars. But saving money always comes with a certain risk when it comes to musical instruments. An electric guitar is a technically complex instrument with a truss rod in the neck, frets that wear down over time, and potentiometers that start to rattle. When buying a used guitar from a private seller, there is a high risk of encountering hidden defects, the repair of which by a luthier will cost more than the guitar itself. When you buy a new guitar from our store, you receive an official warranty, leveled frets, new strings, and the confidence that the instrument will serve you for many years and bring you a lot of joy.
Where to buy an electric guitar in Irpin and Ukraine?
The MuzTus music store is located in Irpin at 9th Line, 17A, where you’re always welcome to stop by, hold the instruments in your hands, and hear them played live. If you’re in another city in Ukraine, you can easily place an order through our website. We inspect every guitar before shipping and pack it securely ourselves to ensure it arrives at your doorstep undamaged. Order your electric guitar from MuzTus and rock the world with high-quality sound!
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