I am 24 yrs (5 ft 8") and starting to learn guitar by taking tutorials from youtube. Can anyone tell me if this one is good for a start?
1380055
i have this guitar.its not bad. i learned basic, open chord guitar from youtube also. been playing over a year now. its a good starter guitar. just make sure any guitar u get has a good, straight neck and u'll be good to go. try to get bright d'adarrio strings on it for great sound.they are sturdy/long lasting strings too. a great beginner song to learn is 'down by the water.' by the decemberists. and 'sweet pea' by amos lee.
1380056
Sure. If you want something easy to play but you're not certain you'll stay with it, this is a very playable guitar for a ridiculously low investment. However, if you already play another instrument and/or have any tone sensitivity, or want something you can play more seriously later on; spend some extra $ for a better "starter" guitar. 5'-8" is irrelevant. This guitar has the same shape and dimensions as a classical guitar. There are many other options to a dreadnought, if size is a concern.
1380057
I think it'll be perfect for you! I'm a few inches smaller but the guitar fits me well enough, and I've had no problems with it! Great value for the price.
435946
Are you and adult? If so get a mini Taylor. I'm 5'11" average build and this guitar is small. It's my son's. I have a mini Taylor and regular , I only play mini
1637342
Hi, I can only tell you my experience with the S6 Original, I absolutely love it! I'm a beginner too, female, in my forties. I'm 5'7" and medium build, I would say I have average sized hands. This guitar sounds so amazing, it has such a rich beautiful tone, I never felt like it was too wide or big to comfortably play. Hope this helps.
943996
Its a great guitar but the action is a bit high. Barre chords could be difficult for her depending on her hand strength. If she's dead set on playing acoustic guitar, bring her to a music store and have her test out some steel string acoustics and nylon string classicals. That will give you a better idea of what will make her most happy with a first guitar.
1019550
No this is the worst guitar I have ever played on. It won't stay in tune. Investing a little bit more money in a better one will be worth your while!
1949434
Yes its great! Only downside I can think of was that it was a bit heavy due to it being some kind of layered all laminate. I ended up getting a baby taylor instead of this. I preferred the sound and feel of that guitar better but its up to you!
1067943
I would probably start a 10 yr old on a smaller size esp a beginner. This however would be a good next guitar for someone who may go from beginner to novice and then a little older/bigger
1152947
It would be perfect for any beginner.However you will learn so quick u will have to upgrade eventually.
836461
The guitar is beautiful and built well. It is a good guitar for a beginner. I bought it for my wife, she is just learning to play. Put better strings on it. Well worth it.
874739
this guitar is bulky for me and i'm 5'5 and weigh 125 pounds. so for an 8 yr. old, its gonna be big. big n bulky. but for an adult its good/not full size, but close to full size. i would get an 8yr.old the 'amigo' guitar. the Am30 or Am15 model. it's better n much easier to handle n learn on.
2067176
the guitar is an excellent beginner guitar! many left handed persons learn to play same as anyone else, like playing piano. Yes, this guitar is fine ...forget about the left handedness and just play.
1925303
This would be an excellent "beginner" guitar. The action is low and even, it plays very well. It's easy to stay in tune and stays in tune extremely well. The electronics work good, and it sounds very nice plugged in or unplugged. It's no Gibson, PRS, or Martin to be sure, but for the price you'll get a _lot_ of enjoyment out of learning to play on this guitar.
767582
Well, the medium tension is 7lbs so i think its best for beginning guitar players. I too began playing guitar and I find the medium tension perfect.
44256
For a beginner yes, I believe it is for it has the correct weight and after learning a few chords it plays very well. I just like it for just being able to pick it up and play. When you improve graduate to the next.
1523204
I bought this guitar for my nephew who is 7. It is a wonderful size for him. also, it is a student's guitar but beautiful and excellently made using steel strings. It has everything needed, carry case, pitch tuner, and pick. It's also great value for price. Hope this helps.
1344625
It is good for any age. It has a smaller body that a regular size guitar, but it has good tone, and well worth the price for it and the accessories.
1168084
Yes to both questions, though I'm an absolute beginner and so far haven't progressed very far. I bought it to join in a reunion with friends, two of which play guitar, one of them very well. Both said that the Yamaha is a fine guitar.