How to Choose the Right Guitar for Your Skill Level

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.

🎼 1. For Absolute Beginners (Age 5 to Adult)

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

🎸 2. For Intermediate Players (After 6–12 Months of Learning)

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

🔌 3. For Aspiring Performers or Rock Enthusiasts

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

🛠️ Additional Tips Before Buying

• 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.

💡 GLSMI Pro Tip:

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.

🎓 Ready to Start Learning Guitar?

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