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Cheap Electric Guitars

Cheap Electric Guitars

Author: Peter Suhm

So you want a cheap electric guitar, right? Oh, but it needs to be top-of-the-line quality, too. Well, never fear! Cheap electric guitars are everywhere! Sure, if you want a really expensive electric guitar, you can find those too, but there are so many really good, affordable ones that it is definitely worth your time and hard-earned cash to shop around for a deal that will make you sing. It is important to get the facts and get educated so you can make the absolute best choice. Here are some tips and strategies for finding that perfect cheap electric guitar: Read the rest of this entry »

Left Handed Electric Guitars

Left-handed Electric Guitars

Author: Peter Suhm

What is a left-handed electric guitar? Can’t you just flip a regular electric guitar over, string it backwards, and call it a left-handed guitar? Read the rest of this entry »

The Right Electric Guitar

5 Tips For Choosing The Right Electric Guitar

Author: Al Wielder

Purchasing an electric guitar is very exciting and fun. The process can be made more efficient by following several basic guidelines and using several tips provided below.

Are you new to guitars and ready to make your first electric guitar purchase? Are you a seasoned player who owns several guitars and you find yourself adding to your guitar collection? No matter which category you find yourself in, getting the most from your instrument purchase is very important. It is also important to understand the types of electric guitars available.

The choices include:

1. Solid Body Electric Guitars
2. Hollow Body Electric Guitars
3. Semi Hollow Body Electric Guitars
4. Acoustic/Electric Guitars
5. Pedal Steel Guitars
6. Hawaiian Style Lap Guitars

Guitars, and particularly electric guitars are not created equal. There are many brands of electric guitars to choose from. Making the right choice when purchasing a guitar will depend on some basic factors, including:

1. Your particular situation

2. The specific application when using the guitar.

For example, if you are a beginner, there is little reason to consider investing several thousands of dollars into a pro level guitar such as a custom Les Paul or a Paul Reed Smith. Another example regarding a specific application would be if you are a traveling musician. Traveling guitarists may want to consider a slightly less expensive guitar to take on the road while saving their finest instrument for a studio environment. Regardless of your situation or the application, the bottom line is there are several factors to consider. Understanding your position as a potential guitar buyer will help you make the right decision and ensure that you make an informed purchase.

Here are 5 tips to help you in choosing the right electric guitar.

Tip 1. Evaluate your level of committment to the instrument and the art of music.

Before you choose your electric guitar be sure you understand the level of committment that you are prepared to invest into the instrument. Electric guitars can be expensive and understanding the level of dedication you plan to invest in the instrument should play a vital role in choosing your guitar.

Tip 2. Identify your particular application for the instrument.

If you are a beginner and just learning to play the instrument, your application will be quite different from an intermediate or advanced guitarist who is adding to their collection. Determine your particular situation and application for the guitar you will purchase. Consider whether or not you will be keeping the instrument at home or frequently traveling with it. For example, if you plan to keep the instrument at home for recreational use, you may want to consider including a less expensive case for the guitar. Road cases can be costly and will not be neccesary if you do not travel with the guitar.

Tip 3. Identify your budget and include patience regarding your guitar purchase.

Many aspiring guitarists have wandered into the local music store only to be overwhelmed by the vast choices and different price ranges of guitars. As with any purchase, pre-planning and understanding your budget is critical. Prices for electric guitars range from a few hunderd dollars to tens of thousands of dollars. If you are serious about playing the guitar, selecting your instrument will be one of the most important decisions you make. Be sure to take ample time during this stage of the process. Patience is more than a virtue when selecting your guitar.

Tip 4. Consult a professional to get tips on guitar quality and performance.

It is a good idea to take the time to visit several musical instrument dealers in your area. Retail
guitar shops will be more than happy to help you understand what to look for when buying an electric guitar. Get several opinions if you are new to guitars. Most guitar outlets will have seasoned players on staff who will be happy to impart their experience and wisdom. Ask questions. Find out what you need to consider when selecting an electric guitar. Getting several opinions in this area will shed light on the overall picture and will be very beneficial information when it comes time to buy.

Tip 5. Include additional items and training resources to help you get started playing the guitar.

Once you have made the right guitar purchase, be sure to have additional items on hand that will be vital to the process of learning. You will need an extra set of guitar strings, some extra picks, a tuner and a stand for your guitar. It is also very important to purchase some beginner books that include chord charts, guitar tab and chord progression exercises.

Learning to play the electric guitar is fun and exciting. There are few things in life that will provide the relaxation and feeling of accomplishment you can experience by becoming proficient with guitar chords, guitar tabs and guitar chord progressions. Applying the knowledge you gain from the right learning resources to your favorite style of music is very rewarding. Carefully select your electric guitar. Be sure to practice to develop skill, musical knowledge and basic music theory concepts. Apply what you learn on a daily basis and you will be amazed at the progress you will make with your new electric guitar.

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About the Author
Al Wielder is a host and instructor at Riff TV. Contact Al Wielder at Riff TV.com, your source for guitar tab, guitar lessons and free video guitar training.

Some Cheap Electric Guitars

Cheap Electric Guitars… The Models On-line Buyers Are Purchasing The Most???

My “Top Picks” – The Best Electric Guitars

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Been busy checking out the latest deals for Electric Guitars at the On-line Mega Stores. Here is a list of some of my favorite finds. I do my best to be sure that these electric guitars have a 5 star rating and carry good reviews. One thing for sure, these are not cheaply built guitars.

(These are cheap guitars that folks are talking about and buying)

Squier Mini Strat Electric Guitar Torino Red Squier Mini Strat Electric Guitar Torino Red…$99.99

Good things do come in small packages! The Squier Mini is a is ideal as a travel guitar for players of all ages or perfect for younger students requiring a smaller instrument.


Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar Black 889406816329 Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar…$169.00 – $179.00

One of the most popular Epiphone models, the Epiphone Special-II electric guitar gives you all the essential elements of a Les Paul such as powerful 700T/650R humbuckers combined with a stop-bar tailpiece and tune-o-matic bridge for killer tone and great sustain. All at a price that anyone can afford.


Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Special Butterscotch Blonde

Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Special Butterscotch Blonde…$179.99

The SquierAffinity Tele Special is a limited run Telecaster with a maple fingerboard and the world famous Fender Butterscotch Blonde finish. This Tele captures a classic sought-after look at an outstanding value.


Dean VX Electric Guitar Braziliaburst Dean VX Electric Guitar Braziliaburst…$219.00

An extreme classic with a familiar feel. The basswood V-design body, Dean V headstock, and dual zebra humbuckers give it seriously heavy metal credentials.


Squier Jagmaster Electric Guitar 3-Tone Sunburst Rosewood  Fretboard Squier Jagmaster Electric Guitar 3-Tone Sunburst Rosewood Fretboard…$279.99

The new Jagmaster is an upgraded and redesigned Squier offering tons of tone and vibe. Its chock full of hip details like the vintage tinted neck, parchment and tortoise pickguards, and pearloid dots that make this axe stand out from the crowd.


Dean Boca 12-String Electric Guitar Transparent Cherry Burst Dean Boca 12-String Electric Guitar Transparent Cherry Burst…$299.00

A quality twelve-string for an amazingly low price!


ESP LTD Standard MH103QM Electric Guitar ESP LTD Standard MH103QM Electric Guitar…$349.00 (SOLD OUT – due in mid Jan.)

ESP LTD Standard MH103QM Electric Guitar; Excellent Playability with a Quilt Maple Top! Just a great all around package. Excellent ratings.


Schecter Guitar Research C-1 Plus Electric Guitar Black Cherry Schecter Guitar Research C-1 Plus Electric Guitar Black Cherry…$399.00

Flamed maple on mahogany beauty appointed with chrome hardware, Grover machines, a maple set neck with fast rosewood fretboard and 24 jumbo frets, vector inlays, a TonePros® bridge, and creme body and neck bindings. Two Duncan Designed humbuckers ensure plenty of tonal punch.


ESP LTD FX-260 Spalted Maple Natural Satin ESP LTD FX-260 Spalted Maple Natural Satin…$419.00

ESP LTD FX-260 Spalted Maple Natural Satin


B.C. Rich Kerry King Warlock with Kahler Black With Red B.C. Rich Kerry King Warlock with Kahler Black With Red…$499.99

This mid-level Kerry King Wartribe, is ready to gig! A Kahler Tremolo and B.C. Rich B.D.S.M pickups highlight this nicely equipped bolt on Warlock.


I have a bunch more Cheap Electric Guitars when ya scroll further down the page. Starting with the lowest price to the highest, not exceeding $500.

If you are interested in Cheap Acoustic Guitars or Cheap Bass Guitars click on em to see my “hand picked” choices. You’re sure to find some Quality Cheap Guitars a long the way. I hope I can be of service to you as you seek to Buy Cheap Guitars.

If it’s accessories your looking for, try this out…

Discounted Accessories


So how the heck do you decide what electric guitar is right for you? It would be easy if you had $1000 to spend. But most of us are not in that camp. Especially if we are just starting out. The most important thing to remember is you want to own a electric guitar that will keep you wanting to practice. As you know, little practice and we go nowhere. You don’t want to spend money on something that is just going to end up in a garage sale

Just to say, you can buy cheap electric guitars and at the same time, get one that will be fulfilling to play. That is why I started this website. I wanted to make a site where musicians can come to and see all their options in one place.

I have taken the time to survey many opinions and reviews in search of putting a list together of quality electric guitars that won’t “break the bank” and that will keep you practicing. So enjoy looking around below.

More “Highly Rated” Cheap Electric Guitars

Note: (Many of these deals” sold out” during Christmas and are on back order, due in mid to late Jan.)

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Dean Playmate Evo J 3/4 Size Electric Guitar Classic Black…$99.99

Dean Playmate Evo J 3/4 Size Electric Guitar Classic Black

Dean Evo XM Electric Guitar…$119.95

Dean Evo XM Electric Guitar

Squier Bullet Electric Guitar with Tremolo…$119.99

Squier Bullet Electric Guitar with Tremolo

Ibanez GRGM21M Gio Mikro Electric Guitar…$129.95

Ibanez GRGM21M Gio Mikro Electric Guitar

Daisy Rock Debutante Star Short Scale Electric Guitar Cosmic Purple…$149.00

Daisy Rock Debutante Star Short Scale Electric Guitar Cosmic  Purple

Ibanez GRX20Z Electric Guitar Red…$149.99 (SOLD OUT – till 1/23)

Ibanez GRX20Z Electric Guitar Red

Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst…$169.99(SOLD OUT – til 1/30)

Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst

Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Special Electric Guitar Butterscotch Blonde…$179.99

Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Special Electric Guitar  Butterscotch Blonde

Squier Affinity Stratocaster Electric Guitar…$179.99

Squier Affinity Stratocaster Electric Guitar

Dean Custom Zone Electric Guitar Fluorescent Pink…$199.00

Dean Custom Zone Electric Guitar Fluorescent Pink

Epiphone LP-100 Electric Guitar Factory Restock…$199.00

Epiphone LP-100 Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst

Fender SE Special Strat with Squier SP-10 Amp Value Pack Black…$199.99

Fender SE Special Strat with Squier SP-10 Amp Value Pack Black

Ibanez GSA60 Electric Guitar Jewel Blue…$199.99

Ibanez GSA60 Electric Guitar Jewel Blue

Dean MLX Electric Guitar Trans Brazilia Burst…$219.00(BLACK -  IN STOCK)

Dean MLX Electric Guitar Trans Brazilia Burst

Dean Z-X Electric Guitar Black…$219.00

Dean Z-X Electric Guitar Black

Dean VX Electric Guitar Braziliaburst…$219.99

Dean VX Electric Guitar Braziliaburst

Peavey Predator Plus EXP Guitar Topaz Blue…$219.99

Peavey Predator Plus EXP Guitar Topaz Blue

Squier Black and Chrome Special Edition Strat Black Mirror Rosewood Fretboard…$229.99

Squier Black and Chrome Special Edition Strat Black Mirror  Rosewood Fretboard

Dean Vendetta 1 Electric Guitar Gloss Natural…$239.00

Dean Vendetta 1 Electric Guitar Gloss Natural

Dean Z Electric Guitar w/ Matching Headstock Metallic White…$249.00(SOLD OUT – click photo to see similar models)

Dean Z Electric Guitar w/ Matching Headstock Metallic White

ESP EC-50 Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst Black Hardware…$249.00

ESP EC-50 Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst Black Hardware

B.C. Rich Warbeast Electric Guitar Black…$249.99

B.C. Rich Warbeast Electric Guitar Black

Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar and All Access Amp Pack Standard…$269.00

Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar and All Access Amp  Pack Standard

ESP LTD H-101 Flame Maple Electric Guitar Amber Sunburst…$279.00(SOLD OUT – till mid Jan)

ESP LTD H-101 Flame Maple Electric Guitar Amber Sunburst

Squier Obey HSS Stratocaster Electric Guitar Collage…$279.99

Squier Obey HSS Stratocaster Electric Guitar Collage

Ibanez RG2EX1 Electric Guitar…$299.99

Ibanez RG2EX1 Electric Guitar Black

Schecter Guitar Research 006 Deluxe Electric Guitar Vampyre Red Satin…$299.00

Schecter Guitar Research 006 Deluxe Electric Guitar Vampyre Red  Satin

B.C. Rich Revenge Warlock…$299.99

B.C. Rich Revenge Warlock Onyx

Squier Vintage Modified Telecaster Thinline Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Shoreline Gold…$299.99

Squier Vintage Modified Telecaster Thinline Semi-Hollow Electric  Guitar Shoreline Gold

Schecter-Guitar-Research-006-Deluxe-Electric-Guitar…$299.00

Schecter Guitar Research 006 Deluxe Electric Guitar Vampyre Red  Satin

Epiphone Vintage G-400 Electric Guitar Worn Cherry…$299.99

Epiphone Vintage G-400 Electric Guitar Worn Cherry

Epiphone LP-100 Electric Guitar Heritage Cherry Sunburst…$299.99

Epiphone LP-100 Electric Guitar Heritage Cherry Sunburst

Peavey JF-1 Hollowbody Guitar Sunburst…$299.99

Peavey JF-1 Hollowbody Guitar Sunburst

B.C. Rich TWBSTO Trace Warbeast Electric Guitar Onyx Black…$299.99

B.C. Rich TWBSTO Trace Warbeast Electric Guitar Onyx Black

Dean Dime-o-Flage Snow Camo Electric Guitar Standard…$299.99

Dean Dime-o-Flage Snow Camo Electric Guitar Standard

Laguna LE200Q Electric Guitar Trans Black…$299.99

Laguna LE200Q Electric Guitar Trans Black

Epiphone LP-100 Electric Guitar and All Access Amp Pack Standard…$399.00

Epiphone LP-100 Electric Guitar and All Access Amp Pack Standard

Electric Acoustic Guitar

To Jam or Strum: Electric Guitars Vs Acoustic Guitars

Author: Jonathan Heusman

When first learning to play guitar, one of the biggest decisions that people face is whether they want to start learning with an electric guitar or an acoustic guitar. Both have distinct characteristics and sounds, and favor certain styles and genres of music over the other. So how should one go about making this choice between electric and acoustic? For some it might be obvious, but for others, there are some major factors that should be considered that we will explore. Let’s start with electric guitars. Read the rest of this entry »