Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to upgrade to a more advanced instrument, choosing the right guitar can make a huge difference in your learning experience. At GLSMI, we guide students from the very beginning of their musical journey, and one of the most common questions we get is:
“Which guitar should I buy?”
Here’s a simple guide to help you choose the right guitar based on your skill level.
Start with a: Classical Guitar
Nylon strings = softer on the fingers
Wider neck = helps with proper finger placement
Great for learning fingerstyle and chords
Ideal size:
Age 5–8: 1/2 size
Age 9–12: 3/4 size
Teens & Adults: Full size
Recommended Brands: Pluto, Yamaha C40, Kadence Astro
✅ Best for: Easy finger movement, school students, and first-time learners
Move to an Acoustic Guitar
Steel strings = brighter sound but tougher on fingers initially
Slimmer neck = better for rhythm and strumming
Ideal for singing + playing, pop, folk, and Bollywood music
Recommended Models: Yamaha F280, Fender SA-105, Cort AD810
✅ Best for: Those comfortable with basic chords, starting to sing and perform
Consider an: Electric Guitar
Easy to press strings
Needs an amp to play, more suitable for stage performance and advanced technique
Wide range of tones (rock, blues, metal, etc.)
Recommended Models: Squier Stratocaster, Ibanez GRX, Cort X Series
✅ Best for: Stage-ready students, advanced learners, rock/blues lovers
Check guitar size: Make sure it fits the player’s body.
Test it in a shop if possible. Or bring a teacher (like us!) along for guidance.
Budget wisely: A good beginner guitar can cost ₹4,000–₹8,000. Avoid toy-like models.
Don’t forget accessories: Buy a tuner, bag, extra strings, and picks.
We help every student at GLSMI test different guitars during orientation, so they’re confident and comfortable before buying. Our faculty also guide parents and learners on budget-friendly, good-quality options.
Join our Guitar Certificate Courses – from Preparatory to Grade 8, or even Diploma level. No matter your age or background, there’s a course for you!
📞 Call us at: +91 70024 45162
📧 Email: bhupennath56@gmail.com
📍 Address: West Jyoti Nagar, Piyoli Phukan Path, Bamuni Maidan, Guwahati – 781021
