The best electric guitars. What are the best brands of guitars The best guitar companies

Any guitarist should have at least some knowledge of the guitar market and generally be aware of those that have become the most popular guitars in the world.

As we know, an electric guitar is a solid-body guitar with a pickup and a number of features that distinguish it from, for example, an acoustic guitar. These features include strings, a unique look, a bridge, a tremolo system... The long history of musical art in the manufacture of guitars dates back to the distant past. During this time, the electric guitar passed big way evolution. More than once, the idea of \u200b\u200bthe classical guitar sound has completely changed. Every year, the giants of the global music business in the field of guitars modernized their instruments, introduced new technologies into production, experimented with the shape and sound of the guitar. There are several modern models of guitars that have become revolutionary and have won the hearts of millions of musicians around the world.

1. Ibanez Jam

The conversation will focus, first of all, on the nominal model Steven Siro Vai who is known as Steve Vai. He is also known as the guitarist of Frank Zappa, a member of such musical groups, as Whitesnake and Alcatrazz, as well as a solo singer and virtuoso guitarist. Steve collaborated with Ibanez to create the Jem series guitar. And indeed Jem is a revolutionary electric guitar. For the most part, it has become the ideal guitar sound of a solo artist.

Very complex guitar solos were invented by musician Steve Vai while playing it. Its dense, sharp and lingering sound, rich in overtones, is really impressive! The unusual design of the guitar became revolutionary. White as snow, she combined elegance and sophistication. Gold inlays and a rich mother-of-pearl pickguard paired with a painted fretboard.

2Jackson Randy Rhoads

This guitar was released thanks to the collaboration between Jackson guitars and guitarist Randy Rhoads, who is known as a member of Quite Riot and a collaboration with Ozzy Osbourne. The guitar can be thought of as a more "aggressive" version of the Gibson Flying V by Jackson.

The shape of its body seems to speak for itself: "This guitar is not for the Blues and not for the Country." Its shape clearly makes it clear that the guitar is made for heavy music. So it is, because its sound meets all the requirements of extreme styles of rock and metal. This electric guitar influenced the culture of heavy music. It is played by guitarists from such famous bands as Metallica, Anthrax, Children of Bodom, System of a down and others.

3 Gibson Robotic Tuning Guitars

A guitar that is able to make the perfect tuning, or change the tuning in a few seconds - fantasy or reality? Not so long ago, in 2007, the American company Gibson was able to create a guitar that has no analogues in the world! The Gibson robot guitar is the first guitar that can self-tune and rebuild in seconds. A processor and tuner system has been added to the standard equipment of the Les paul and SG guitars, which perceives the sounds of the guitar as notes. The signal was fed to the head of the neck, where self-tuning was performed using mechanically working tuning pegs. The guitar also had a striking, catchy design that was unusual for a Gibson.

In 2013, almost identical guitars began to be produced with a similar system called Min Etune. Auto-tuning was provided with classic old models of the company and new series guitars Signature T.

4 Fender Mustang

Which electric guitar manufacturer do you associate the name of the legendary musician Kurt Cobain with? And rightly so, with the famous company Fender Guitars! The release of these guitars began in 1964. Today, these rare guitars can be seen with the slogan Kurt Cobain Guitar in the name, which means that after Cobain's death, guitars began to be produced as his signature series.

A slightly nondescript design and original shape only give this guitar a special vintage and charm. The two single-coil pickups produce an awesome clean tone and a "dirty", "hooligan" overdrive sound that's great for punk, surf rock and grunge.

5 Gibson Les Paul Supreme

For many years, Gibson has continued to surprise its customers with new guitar changes. The 2013 "supreme" model combines a classic shape with a new performance. The company, when creating this guitar, set as its goal to make the richest guitar in terms of inlays and other small decorations of appearance with the legendary Gibson sound already familiar to us all. The guitar in its appearance surpasses even the elite Custom shop series, while maintaining the sound in the best traditions of les paul.

The look of this tool is awesome. Gold and mother-of-pearl inlays, unusual fretboard decoration, selective wood pattern, visible from under a high-quality lacquered body, headstock decoration... The sound of the guitar is also excellent. Owners of the instrument characterize it as more hoarse and calm than the standard series. Note that the SG Supreme series is also produced.

30.09.2017

With each coming year, guitar manufacturers try to surprise us with their new models: sometimes they succeed, but most often they don’t, and the top list of “classics” in sales remains unchanged.

2017 was no exception, the Yamaha C-40 remains the best guitar in terms of price / quality ratio.

The C-40 has been at the top of the list for several years now among the most popular classical guitars- it is inexpensive, but it has incredible build quality and materials for its price. Yamaha sometimes experiments with different types of wood used in production, for example, the prefix “II” may appear in the name of a guitar (it is this modification that is supplied to our market in recent times). This means that the body of the guitar is made of meranti wood, which is ideal for our climate.

Stepping on the heels, following Yamaha for many years, the Hohner HC-06 has firmly settled in second place. The model is fundamentally different from the C-40, which tends more towards the "Spanish" ideal and is most similar to the old guitars from the Strunal factory. We remember them very well from the times of the USSR - this is a massive guitar with a heavy and as wide as possible thick neck, generously covered with several layers of varnish.

Barcelona CG11 - a guitar that has become an ideal option for trying out as a musician, and which occupies third place on our list. It is inexpensive, while the build quality is very good, the instrument will not cause rejection in the playing and will not allow you to be disappointed in the music.

Frets will not cut fingers, and the system will constantly crawl away "to its mink". All of the above will allow you to understand whether you like playing the guitar at all or not, and if you like it, prepare for the transition to a more expensive instrument.

We decided to give the fourth place of honor to the Admira A5 model. The guitars are made in Spain by Enrique Keller S.A. From very good materials, the types of wood from which the guitars are made are selected in such a way that the sound of the instrument is as balanced as possible. The Admira A5 has crystal clear highs and enveloping velvety bottoms, and is not a budget model, but trust me, for the money, this is a great option.

The fifth place in our TOP-5 is reserved for a musical instrument “for slaughter”, the so-called “bonfire” guitar - a “classic” that you don’t mind taking with you on a hike, in the country or on any other trip. The Vision Classic ONE is a classical guitar that is perfect for the task at hand, inexpensive, light and most importantly, strong. At the same time, the instrument has a good quality, not only men, but also girls can play it, since it is tactilely soft enough.

In conclusion, I want to say why our TOP-5 turned out exactly like that, and there are no expensive models in it. It's simple - prestigious guitars are bought in much smaller volumes than those that we have given in this article. Yes, and the description of the sound of expensive instruments will be extremely subjective, and sales and positive customer reviews speak about the quality and popularity of the models given in a short review.

Play good music, play it on good instruments, and our Fonofaktura store will help you with this.

Updated: 11/15/2018 10:58:30 AM

Judge: Vladislav Samoshkin

*Overview of the best in the opinion of the editors of the site. About selection criteria. This material is subjective, is not an advertisement and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Looking to buy your first acoustic guitar? Get ready to face tough choices. In any music store you will find dozens of different guitars. How do you know which one is right for you? This article will answer this question. We will talk about the main features of the choice, and also give short descriptions those guitars that are now considered the best. The rating will focus not only on professional models, which are very expensive, but also on guitars for beginners.

How to choose an acoustic guitar?

When choosing a guitar, even musicians who have been doing their favorite thing for many years experience certain difficulties. The fact is that each guitar is individual, it should be evaluated not by its characteristics, but by its sound. Therefore, it does not hurt to go to a real store where you can touch the guitar and play it. Ideally, your choice of acoustic guitar should consist of the following steps:

Determination of the budget- an important step that will affect how good a guitar you buy. It is better to decide on its approximate price in advance, otherwise you risk starting to want to buy an increasingly expensive acoustic guitar with each salary. By the way, it is not necessary to learn to play a cheap musical instrument. Therefore, if you have a lot of money, then take one of the most expensive guitars - it will serve for many years.
Select country of origin and brand- try not to look in the direction of domestic guitars, our factories can intelligently make only classical guitars, and even then with certain reservations. Ideal musical instruments are created by Japanese and American companies. In particular, you will definitely be pleased with an acoustic guitar from Yamaha or Ibanez. German, Czech and Korean guitars also sound great.
The choice of material of manufacture- any guitar is made of wood. Importantly, the top of the deck and sidewalls can be created from different materials. This is not to say that some kind of wood will be better or worse - guitars created from them sound differently. For example, spruce gives a booming, clear and sharp sound. The sides and back are available in mahogany, maple, and rosewood, all of which offer different sounds too. It will only be appreciated when the guitar is in your hands.
Build Quality Check- The final stage. Ideally, you need to check the guitar before buying. Evaluate the thickness of the case - it must be decent, otherwise musical instrument will frighten with its fragility. Remember to pick up the guitar like a gun, using the body as a stock. Thus, you can look at the plane of the neck, making sure that it is even. By the way, if the neck is glued to the body, then estimate the distance between the fret and the string - it should be no more than 4-5 mm.

In fact, choosing an acoustic guitar has many other subtleties. But our article is designed for beginners, and all of the above will be enough for them. Experienced musicians will immediately move on to the second part of the material, which contains information about best guitars ah, having a fairly high price tag.

Which guitar is better: classical or acoustic?

A poignant question. Many people regularly ask them. Wouldn't it be better to buy a classical guitar instead of an acoustic one? How do they differ in general? Well, let's figure it out.

The classical guitar is similar in design to the Spanish one. That is why she is regularly called "Spanish". It has a wide neck with nylon strings. Also, such a guitar has a narrower body, and therefore the sound produced is more muffled.

Acoustic guitar has steel strings, its sound is more ringing and rich. The neck of such a guitar is longer and narrower, and it also has a more convenient truss rod. The body of an acoustic guitar is slightly larger.

You must have already realized that it is impossible to say that one type of guitar is better than another. Many professional musicians make their choice in favor of an acoustic guitar. But this does not mean that there is not a single person who more likes the sound of a classical guitar. And in terms of its design, the classic version may seem more convenient to someone (especially short people). Also, it is on the "classic" that it is easiest to play by busting.

Rating of the best acoustic guitars

Nomination	place	Name of product	price
Best Inexpensive Acoustic Guitars	1		8 990 ₽
	2		12 990 ₽
	3		9 100 ₽
	4		6 350 ₽
	5		4 190 ₽
The Best Acoustic Guitars in the Mid-Range	1		32 150 ₽
	2		32 990 ₽
	3		19 800 ₽
The best professional acoustic guitars	1		236 000 ₽
	2		104 300 ₽
Best Classical Acoustic Guitars	1		31 072 ₽
	2		9 950 ₽
	3		10 700 ₽
Best Western Acoustic Guitars	1		48 000 ₽
	2		21 200 ₽
Best Electric Acoustic Guitars	1		52 900 ₽
	2		39 282 ₽
	3		42 890 ₽
	4		20 600 ₽

Best Inexpensive Acoustic Guitars

Great entry level tool. For only 10 thousand rubles. you get an acoustic guitar from a well-known Japanese manufacturer. The top deck of this instrument is made of spruce - the cheapest and easiest wood to work with. As the manufacturer assures, the guitar has a decent sound, it manages to convey even the most subtle shades of mood. It is impossible not to note the memorable design - the instrument cannot be called ordinary or ordinary.

The Japanese tried to slightly reduce the depth of the case and shorten the length of the scale. It had almost no effect on the sound quality, and it became more convenient to play. They created the back and sides from meranti. The fretboard is made of rosewood. It is almost impossible to find fault with the quality of performance.

We wouldn't be an Expertology online magazine if we didn't warn about the shortcomings. Despite the fact that the instrument is included in our rating, get ready for the fact that the sound of the guitar is very specific. High frequencies are too pronounced here, while low frequencies are almost inaudible. If you have a good ear for music, then you need to look for a more balanced model. The reviews also mention the high height of the lower threshold - this is treated by adjusting the anchor, but not completely.

Advantages

Low cost;
Quality manufacturing;
Nice looking design;
Comfortable use;
Widespread in Russian stores.

Flaws

The saddle is recommended to be filed a little;
The sound goes into the upper frequencies.

Another acoustic guitar belonging to the Western type. It differs from the variant discussed above in the top deck, sides and back deck, which have a KOA HPL pattern. In fact, all this is high pressure laminate. This method of applying a pattern is easy and cheap, but it is unlikely that its ideal safety is guaranteed for many years.

The average cost of this model in Russian stores is 13 thousand rubles. Not bad, especially considering that the tool comes with a case. Some online retailers will also provide you with spare strings, a pick, and a strap. But let's get back to the guitar itself. Its fretboard and tailpiece are made using ebony technology. The pegs are cast - they are made of black steel. The neck was made from mahogany. If we talk about the sound, then it will hardly surprise you. The Chinese have not yet learned how to create ideal musical instruments, so one copy can be very balanced in terms of sound, and the other can go into high or low frequencies. And not all copies have high-quality production. That is why buying such an acoustic guitar in an online store should be done with extreme caution.

Advantages

Fine design;
Low cost;
The sound should suit every beginner;
Comes with a case, and most often with other gifts;
The guitar is not affected by changes in humidity and temperature.

Flaws

Ideal appearance not for many years;
The sound of different guitars can vary greatly.

As the name suggests, this guitar is 3/4 in size. It is also easy to see that the instrument belongs to the classic six-string type. The guitar comes without a pickup, like most of the other models reviewed in our rating.

Despite the low cost, the sound of this instrument turned out to be balanced. There are no complaints about the saturation of the sound either. In terms of its design, the guitar is almost nothing surprising. The buyer is waiting for the traditional top deck, made of spruce. Agatis was used for the manufacture of the sides and the lower deck. All this resulted in pleasant overtones. Some specimens still have more pronounced high frequencies than low ones. It should also be noted that even a child can use such a guitar - thanks to the reduced size, it will not seem too large to him.

The resonator hole of this model has an original finish. The design of the entire upper deck as a whole should also please - especially its black edging. However, the guitar cannot be called memorable. Even the mahogany neck is really nothing special. Yes, it has a rosewood overlay. But what modern acoustic guitars can't boast of this? In a word, this is a typical musical instrument that is sold in our country for very little money (although it cannot be called very cheap). It is ideal for those who buy a guitar for the first time. All that remains is to get a good instrumental microphone, after which it will be possible to write your first songs!

Advantages

Reduced size;
Traditional spring system;
Includes case;
Sufficiently high-quality assembly;
Pleasant appearance;
Low price.

Flaws

The design is not memorable;
Low frequencies are not very pronounced.

There is no desire to purchase an acoustic guitar in the usual light colors? In this case, we recommend taking a look at the MARTINEZ FAW-702 B. This musical instrument made it to our rating not only due to its deep black body, but also due to its very low cost. Spend 6 thousand rubles on the purchase of a guitar. even many students can. They are completely satisfied with both design and workmanship.

This six-string guitar offers 20 frets. Its top deck is made, as you might guess, from spruce. Agatis was used for the production of the sides and back. The instrument also included a neck made of mahogany. It is complemented by a rosewood fingerboard, on which the strings and all markings are clearly visible. The threshold is made of rosewood.

The guitar is made in China. But this can be said about almost all entry-level models. No Czechs and Americans will sell their creations for very little money. However, even a Chinese guitar can sound pretty good. It also seems that such a tool will serve for a very long time. However, if you want to make money with your music, then soon you will notice some imbalance in sound and a certain ceiling, which the guitar has no way to break through. In this case, it is recommended to replace the MARTINEZ FAW-702 B with some more professional model.

Advantages

Black body color;
There are variations with other colors of the deck;
Very low cost;
Reliable neck;
Available in many music stores.

Flaws

Perfectly balanced cannot be called;
Poor kit.

The most budget acoustic guitar in our rating. Like the rest of the instruments discussed above, it belongs to the Western type. This model differs from some competitors in that it provides 21 frets. Also, not every guitar can boast a bottom deck made of basswood. However, you must understand that this is not an advantage or a disadvantage. This is just a feature of the product, which should not be treated with prejudice.

Russian stores sell Colombo LF-3800CT SB for only 4 thousand rubles. And it must be the most beautiful guitar in this price segment. Its top is a striped sunburst color. Whether the ideal appearance will last for a long time is a question that has not yet been answered. But it is unlikely that such a guitar is bought for life.

The shell with the bottom deck is also made of linden. It also features a mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard. The guitar weighs about 2 kg, and it is made, of course, in China.

Advantages

Straight neck on the 21st fret;
Quality assembly;
Very low price;
Effective design;
Good sound.

Flaws

Far from the best strings in the kit;
Some copies are defective.

The Best Acoustic Guitars in the Mid-Range

If you want to buy a guitar for a sufficiently long period of use, you will have to part with several tens of thousands of rubles. In particular, the CRAFTER D-7 / N is an excellent choice - a musical instrument for which they ask for 30-32 thousand rubles. This guitar comes in a gray case. The guitar itself has the color of natural wood. The relatively high cost of the instrument is evidenced by the fact that its top deck is made of solid cedar. Also in the manufacture of this model was used mahogany. It is thanks to the latter that the guitar is able to boast of a viscous and viscous sound, which at the same time seems enveloping.

The product has a narrow neck, and therefore it is not recommended to play such a guitar with your fingers - a mediator should be used instead. The mount here is made in the form of a traditional "dovetail". In this regard, the CRAFTER D-7/N is almost indistinguishable from other Western-shaped guitars. The neck features an Indian rosewood fretboard that can last as long as you like. Finishing the conversation about the appearance, one cannot fail to mention the curly iridescent overlay placed on the body of the guitar.

This musical instrument is made in South Korea. The quality of performance is beyond praise. This can be said not only after an external examination, but also when weighing - the guitar turned out to be quite heavy.

Advantages

Comes with branded case;
Excellent sound;
There are chrome pegs;
A matte finish is used;
Fine appearance;
Good strings included.

Flaws

Some people may find this design boring.

Another guitar in our rating, the purchase of which will take you about 30 thousand rubles. It's made in China. But the quality of performance here is noticeably higher than that of the Chinese guitars discussed in the first part of this article. The nut of this instrument is made of bone. The top deck is made from solid mahogany. The shell and bottom deck are made of it. Such material allowed the creators to achieve an even sound - the guitar does not go into either the lower or higher frequencies. The neck made from the same mahogany also contributes to the melodic sound.

The product comes with brass strings. Their adjustment is carried out using cast chrome pegs, placed symmetrically to each other. There is also a 645 mm scale here. Nut width is 42.9mm. Frets, as expected, are instructed by dots.

In a word, this is a universal six-string guitar. It is suitable for both training and regular music lessons. Perhaps only professionals who never look in the direction of Chinese guitars will not like it.

Advantages

The case is covered with a transparent varnish;
Cast pegs;
Bone sills;
Good sound;
Pretty good strings included.

Flaws

Supplied without case;
Not all specimens are durable.

Already a less expensive guitar, its cost in Russian stores is about 20 thousand rubles. It was created for lovers of musical instruments painted black. Due to savings, the manufacturer had to use an array of spruce - it is from it that the top deck is made. As for the sides and back, they are made of mahogany.

The body of this guitar is shaped like a dreadnought. This is not the "western" that the cheaper musical instruments belong to. And this means that the sound here is different. The fretboard has 20 frets, and its profile has rounded edges. The manufacturer claims that his creation is ideal for any style of play - from hard to pleasant busting. The musician is waiting for a balanced tone with a large number of medium frequencies.

Of course, the FENDER CD-60S BLK is not perfect. You can find fault with the thresholds made of plastic. However, with such a price tag, it is clear that the best materials will not be used to create an instrument.

Advantages

Chrome-plated pegs;
Comfortable neck shape;
Not very high cost;
Balanced sound;
Elegant appearance;
Good strings included.

Flaws

The sills were made of plastic;
Spruce top deck will not suit everyone;
Supplied without case.

The best professional acoustic guitars

This is a completely different level. This guitar is an electric acoustic guitar. Therefore, it has a pickup, which greatly simplifies the recording of music - no need to look for a high-quality microphone. Outwardly, this musical instrument almost does not stand out. If you look at it from afar, it seems that the musician is holding an ordinary acoustic guitar, which is sold for several tens of thousands of rubles. Only if you look at the instrument up close, all the differences become visible. But even after that, you do not believe that such a guitar is sold for 230 thousand rubles.

This model features a mahogany neck with a satin finish. Bone nut and rosewood fretboard are also used here. As for the soundboard, it is made of rosewood, while the front part was created from solid Sitka spruce. A nice look is complemented by a maple rosette inlay. It is impossible not to mention the chrome-plated fittings, brightly sparkling in the lights of the concert hall.

The guitar features a 651mm scale and IBANEZ T-bar pickups, complete with an IBANEZ Custom preamp. In general, this is a wonderful musical instrument in an elegant case. In this modern model high-quality materials and top-end electronics are combined. Please note that the top deck has a glossy finish - the guitar must be handled with care, otherwise it will gradually become scratched. However, let's not scare you - only sharp objects can break through the varnish.

Advantages

Perfect workmanship;
There is a preamp;
The guitar is complemented by a piezo pickup;
Bone sills;
Chrome-plated pegs;
Fine appearance;
Relatively light weight.

Flaws

Very high cost.

Another electro-acoustic guitar in our rating, but at a significantly lower price. For about 150 thousand rubles. the musician will receive a wonderful instrument, the top deck of which is made of the same Sitka spruce. Also, the buyer is waiting for the side and bottom deck made of mahogany. The neck is made from the same type of wood. Its fretboard is made of rosewood - in this regard, the guitar almost does not differ from less expensive counterparts. And why change anything? Rosewood is a durable material, which is why guitar makers love it.

The neck offers 20 frets inlaid with dots. The width of the nut installed here is 44.5 mm. A professional musician will immediately notice the presence of a vintage X-shaped spring system. If you look closely, you can see some of its improvements compared to the 90s. And the guitar sounds noticeably better than those instruments that were used several decades ago.

To transmit music to acoustics, an LR Baggs VTC pickup is used here. Other features of the guitar include manual processing bridge and its impregnation with special oil. The fingerboard is also impregnated with it, which further increases the duration of its service life. The manufacturer also claims that the new composition of the oil improves the natural vibration of wood. In a word, it is extremely difficult to find fault with this modern equivalent of the famous Gibson flat-top guitar with rounded shoulders.

Advantages

Used vintage spring system;
Fingerboard edges are rounded;
Excellent pickup;
The guitar is impregnated with special oil;
Perfect glossy finish
Great sound.

Flaws

No preamp;
Not everyone will like the price.

Best Classical Acoustic Guitars

Excellent classical guitar, sold for 35-37 thousand rubles. The quality of workmanship is evidenced by the fact that the tool is delivered to stores from Spain. The manufacturer claims that his creations are created exclusively by hand, and therefore they have an excellent sound. You can't argue about the sound - the melody emitted by a six-string guitar should suit every buyer. But how a company achieves such circulations with manual production is a question.

The fretboard of this guitar has 19 frets. This detail is made of mahogany wood, the overlay is rosewood. Mahogany was also used to create the lower deck. The upper one is made of selected solid cedar. The material of the pegs is not specified, but they have a golden coating - this immediately catches the eye.

It seems that the classical guitar included in our rating is perfect for both beginner musicians and people who consider themselves masters of this art form. It must be one of the most inexpensive tools among those that have manual processing and a long service life.

Advantages

Not the highest cost;
Classic gilded tuning pegs;
Good sound;
The guitar turned out to be durable;
Made in Spain.

Flaws

Simple design.

Are you going to spend several tens of thousands of rubles on a classical guitar? Well, this does not mean that the purchase of such a musical instrument will have to be abandoned. You can purchase CORT AC250 NAT. This is a very good guitar, which has 19 frets. Its cost in Russia does not exceed 14 thousand rubles. Of course, for that kind of money you will get an instrument that looks almost indistinguishable from hundreds of other guitars in this price segment. But much more important is the fact that this model sounds good - it's hard to find fault with both the volume and the saturation of the melody. Basically, thanks for the good sound you need a tight grip of the parts of the guitar - it is due to it that the resonance of the body increases. Believe me, not all classical guitars in this price segment are assembled so well.

Like almost all modern musical instruments of this kind, the product is varnished. However, in this case, the amount of varnish is minimized. This allowed both to protect the guitar and not affect the beauty of the sound.

Like other inexpensive guitars, the CORT AC250 NAT features a spruce top. Well, mahogany was used for the manufacture of the shell and bottom deck. The neck is made from it. The neck connection is made in the form of a dovetail. The rosewood fretboard is also not forgotten, on which the already mentioned 19 frets are inlaid. The width of the nut is 52 mm. At the end of the neck are classic chrome-plated tuners with brown petals.

Perhaps, this guitar got into our rating for a reason. For relatively little money, it offers a deep and resonant sound. At the same time, the tool turned out to be quite durable, which is extremely atypical for this price segment. It remains to add that it is equipped with DAddario EXP46N strings.

Advantages

Modern methods of varnishing were used;
Minimum weight;
Good quality materials;
Not very high cost;
Classic chrome pegs.

Flaws

Poor equipment;
Simple design.

Another very inexpensive classical guitar in our rating. And this is one of the cheapest guitars among those whose top is made of cedar. The instrument was made, as you might guess, in China. However, there are no special complaints about the build quality. All parts are tightly fitted to each other, and therefore the sound turned out to be quite balanced.

The product received a beautiful four-layer edging. However, the design cannot be called unique - in fact, the guitar does not stand out among other similar instruments, if we talk only about the budget segment. As for the materials for the manufacture of the shell and bottom deck, the manufacturer used the usual mahogany. The neck was also created from it, using a rosewood fingerboard. The neck here, by the way, is glued. On it are nylon strings, which can be played in all invented ways. The instrument also included standard chrome pegs.

Other than that, it's hard to say anything special about this guitar. We only add that it has a glossy finish.

Advantages

Low cost;
Good strings included
Top deck made of solid red cedar;
Good build quality;
Quality pegs.

Flaws

Not all instances are perfect;
It is unlikely that the tool is durable.

Best Western Acoustic Guitars

IBANEZ PF17-LG DREADNOUGHT

Great acoustic guitar for a reasonable price. However, is it for sale? At the time of writing the rating, all copies are sold out. Whether a new batch is expected to arrive, no one knows. However, we could not tell about this model. This is a very nice folk guitar, which is the crowning achievement of the PF series, which includes affordable musical instruments. The product has a cedar top, thanks to which the sound is soft and warm. For the manufacture of the remaining parts of the body, mahogany was used, which is already a tradition. The manufacturer claims that his guitar turned out to be reliable and durable, in the reviews no one argues with this statement. It is also impossible not to notice that the instrument is ideal for both beginners and experienced musicians. Although it is clear that this is still not the ultimate dream.

Made from the same mahogany, the neck has 20 frets inlaid in the form of dots. It also includes a rosewood fingerboard. The bone tailpiece should also please. As for the hardware, it has a nickel-plated finish.

The IBANEZ PF17-LG DREADNOUGHT is the rare case when a guitar exists in two versions. For 15 thousand rubles. you get an ordinary "acoustics" without a pickup and everything else. But if you're willing to pay a lot more, you'll get its electro-acoustic version, complete with an electronic tuner and low battery indicator.

Advantages

The set includes quality strings;
The price cannot be called high;
The top deck is made of cedar;
A bone tailpiece is used;
Durable construction.

Flaws

There is no cover included.

A slightly more expensive acoustic guitar. In Russian online stores, they ask for almost 30 thousand rubles for it. At the same time, a spruce top deck is used here, which will not appeal to everyone. However, high-quality wood is used here, so the sound is smooth and balanced. An ideal assembly also positively affects the sound quality - all parts of the case fit perfectly to each other, there are no gaps in sight. However, it should be noted that the guitar lacks some sonority - spruce makes the sound somewhat muffled. The sides and back are made from mahogany. As for the bridge and neck, they are made of Indian rosewood. Sufficiently expensive guitars regularly receive chrome hardware. Crafter MD-40/N is no exception to the rule.

This model is made in South Korea. Like other guitars from Crafter, the product comes with a signature gray case. And some online stores offer additional strings, a plectrum and other gifts as a gift.

Our rating could not do without electro acoustic guitars. Including without such unusual creations as the YAMAHA SLG200S TBS. This model is distinguished by its monstrous shape. The deck area is kept to a minimum here. We can say that the musician will hold in his hands only one very long neck, made of mahogany and having a rosewood fretboard. The bridge is also made of rosewood.

The guitar comes in a branded case. Also included are two batteries and stereo headphones. The body of the musical instrument itself is painted in the color "tobacco sunburst". The guitar turned out to be collapsible - the upper section of the frame can be detached. This means that you can take it with you somewhere to rehearsal without much difficulty.

As for the sound, there are no complaints about the YAMAHA SLG200S in this regard. The Japanese have collaborated with many recording artists to create SRT Powered technology. Its essence lies in the modulation of sound based on the timbres of the acoustic guitar YAMAHA upper class. All sounds were recorded with a perfect microphone in a professional studio. At the same time, an electro-acoustic guitar can even recreate a natural sustain. In a word, with such an instrument, a musician with a good ear can even feel the soundboard resonance, its tonality and a specific “acoustic” atmosphere.

It should also be noted that the guitar allows you to mix the signal of the piezo pickup and the sound of SRT Powered, due to which completely unique tones are born. Someone else will be pleased that the instrument does not need to be connected to the microphone input - the deck installed here already knows how to reproduce sound. At the same time, it does not sound loud, thanks to which you can learn parts even at night, when it is undesirable to make noise. The manufacturer claims that his creation is about 90% quieter than a standard acoustic guitar.

As mentioned above, you can connect headphones to this model to listen to music in its entirety. There is also a high-precision chromatic tuner. The guitar can work not only on batteries, but also on AC power.

Advantages

A large number of controls;
Easy switching to electric guitar mode;
It is possible to connect headphones;
Built-in excellent tuner;
Low game volume;
Made from quality materials;
Easy transportation in disassembled form;
Comes with original case;
Battery and mains operation is possible;
Great sound.

Flaws

Not everyone will like the price.

This guitar has a more classic look. To be precise, it has a dreadnought design. It is distinguished from other analogues by a rather large cutout on the side of the neck, as if someone had bitten off part of the body. The top deck is made of solid spruce. The side, neck and back were made from mahogany. The neck, of course, has an Indian rosewood fretboard. It has 20 frets inlaid with white dots. D'Addario EJ-26 strings hold chrome pegs. All this goodness comes with a warmed cover.

The electro-acoustic status of the guitar is evidenced by the presence of the C4T tone block. It consists of several regulators. There's even a 4-band equalizer that allows you to fine-tune the sound of the instrument as precisely as possible. The manufacturer also introduced a phase change button, which should suppress feedback.

Otherwise, this is a typical electro-acoustic guitar. She will not offer you anything unusual. A professional will definitely want more. Well, what did you expect from a technically complex tool that sells for 40 thousand rubles? However, he still could not miss our rating, because this is the best choice for a novice musician.

Advantages

Interesting vintage design;
Comes with branded case;
Chrome-plated pegs;
The guitar is made from quality materials.

Flaws

Not the most advanced electronic component.

Another electro-acoustic guitar, the cost of which in Russia varies from 38 to 45 thousand rubles. Its solid mahogany top has resulted in a design that may not suit every musician. All other parts of the guitar are made of mahogany here. On the neck, of course, there is a rosewood fretboard. On the body of the instrument, you can see a cutout - this is a signature feature of most electro-acoustic guitars.

This model is made in China. Oddly enough, this does not speak about the quality of its manufacture. The buyer is waiting for a solid assembly, where all the details fit perfectly to each other. At the same time, high-quality material was chosen not only to create the case - the manufacturer added cast chrome-plated tuning pegs here. Also, the guitar can boast that the saddle and the nut are made of bone. As for the electronics, Fishman Isys + is used here with a tuner and a two-band equalizer.

This is one of the cheapest electric acoustic guitars. At least among those that are worth paying attention to. It is also the only guitar in our rating, painted in black and blue. The top of the instrument is made of spruce and has a glossy lacquered finish. The rest of the body was crafted from mahogany wood, thanks to which the lower frequencies turned out to be warmer. The guitar should also please with a pleasant sustain.

At the end of the neck there are die-cast chrome pegs that nicely complement the look. Also included is an IBANEZ Under Saddle pickup. There is also an IBANEZ AEQ-2T preamp with a built-in tuner. Such electronics should suit any novice musician. Only professionals will note not very rich customization options. It remains to be added that in its form the guitar belongs to the cutaway dreadnought.

Advantages

Low cost;
High-quality sound pickup;
Good build quality;
Cast chrome pegs;
Cute design;
Light weight.

Flaws

Spruce top will not suit everyone.
Not the richest opportunities;

Conclusion

In this collection, we tried to consider absolutely all the best acoustic guitars. What can I say, it even included classic models, which, in theory, should have been described in a separate material. It remains to be hoped that the article helped you, that with its help you will buy yourself the perfect musical instrument that will serve you for many years.

Perhaps the Japanese company Yamaha is the most popular manufacturer of musical instruments. Flutes, guitars, drums and more can be found in any music store. Guitars with this one are usually quite high quality due to the fact that the manufacturer uses good wood, and besides, the material is selected by hand. Add to this truly Japanese scrupulousness - and you will understand that this firm won the love and respect of musicians by no means by chance.

Good fame is enjoyed not only by the guitars of this company, but also by wind instruments.

"Ibanez"

Guitars with this brand are also found in stores quite often. This is an old company with a solid reputation. True, Ibanez electric instruments are in somewhat greater demand than acoustic ones, bass guitars are especially popular, but this manufacturer also produces good acoustics. If you are just starting to learn how to play, you will not find a better instrument.

Ibanez guitars are made from mahogany and often have rosewood fretboards. So the guitar not only sounds great, but also looks great.

Gibson

Gibson is an internationally recognized guitar brand. The company produces instruments for true professionals, and it is Gibson guitars that are most in demand among the stars. These instruments have a particularly rich sound. In addition, judging by the reviews of the musicians, it is very convenient to play them.

"Epiphon"

Epiphon guitars also enjoy a good reputation. The company itself is a subsidiary of the famous Gibson Corporation. Acoustics with the Epiphon brand are no worse than the instruments produced by the parent company, but are much cheaper. These guitars are made from quality materials, they are extremely comfortable and sound great. This company is good too.

Squire

Squire guitars are also very suitable. The body is particularly strong, but at the same time the guitar sounds good. The products of this company are positioned in the world market of musical instruments as intended for beginners. This guitar is just perfect for a student of a music school. Besides, it is inexpensive.

Other firms

In stores you can also find guitars from other manufacturers - Japanese, Korean, Canadian. Recently, Czech and German guitars, once beloved by Soviet musicians, have become less popular. They are produced in smaller quantities, but the quality is not inferior to the best world brands. So if you see Cremona in a store (often a commission), do not pass by, this is a guaranteed good tool. And, of course, there is always the possibility of ordering a guitar from a master with an appropriate reputation. And not always a custom-made guitar will cost more than the one in the store.

If you decide to learn how to play guitar rock, then your swim in the world of music, one way or another, will begin with the purchase of an acoustic or electric guitar. Now there are quite a few different manufacturers, types and lines of guitars for each of them. Even, sometimes, the eyes run wide. I will touch on the subject of choosing a guitar in future articles, but for now let's look at top ten guitars in the world, in the sound of which you can be more than sure. After all, it is not enough to know a couple of simple chords, learn the pentatonic boxes, be able to play the barre, or own several options for replacing the F chord, you also need to have a good, reliable instrument. A guitar that not only sounds great, but also suits the style of music you choose.

Among the best of the best you will find not only electric guitars, but also acoustic guitars. Since rock artists sometimes give unplugged (acoustic) concerts using all sorts of guitars, in our guitar top will meet and instruments for classical music and jazz. So, welcome to the world of legendary guitars, to the world of the best ever created by man. Luckily for us, these guitars can still be found in music stores in our cities. They are known all over the world because they have become cult, like their producers.

Top 10: The Best Guitars in the World

1. Archtops D "Angelico

Archtops D "Angelico

A guitar luthier named John D'Angelico is the creator of some of the finest jazz guitars in the history of music. The instruments are called archtops. This word comes from a combination of English nouns arch (arc) and top (upper deck). A very accurate name for guitars that don't have flat tops like classical guitars (see below) but curved tops like a violin. Another element that these instruments have in common with violins is the f-shaped resonators. Therefore, if you see an enlarged six-string violin with frets on the fingerboard in the nearest music store, you should know that this is one of the archtops, possibly d'Angelico.
D "Angelico are high-level cans that are still being produced and are mainly used in jazz. Although many famous bluesmen and rockers also like to use these wonderful instruments.

These archtops feature a rich and warm sound, elegant finishes and a careful choice of materials.

Years of release of D "Angelico archtops: from 1932 to 1964, from 2011 to the present day.

Many guitarists like to play not only jazz and blues, but also are fond of flamenco and adore classical music. For them, Ramirez classical guitars were created, which most musicians consider the best of their kind. These guitars are named after their creator José Ramirez. They have been produced since the middle of the 19th century and significantly influenced the further production of classical guitars. It was Ramirez who replaced the gut strings with nylon strings, which are now used in classical guitars and give us a rich sound.

Nowadays Ramirez guitars also delight us with great workmanship and deep sound. The price for them is not cheap, but the guitars are worth it. According to the Spanish tradition, the name of Jose Ramirez was carried by several guitar masters - his heirs. He is also considered the founder of the Madrid School of Guitar Making.

Ramirez Classical Guitar Years: mid-nineteenth century to the present day.

Duo Rodrigo y Gabriela - Orion (Metallica cover)

This wonderful guitar has been in production since 1963. It was thanks to her that we could hear the sonorous and deep sound of such famous bands like the Beatles and the Byrds. These are full body 12 string electric guitars. The ringing sound of the guitars of the early Beatles and Byrds is the hallmark of the Rickenbacker 360-12. You will not confuse the sound of these guitars with any other guitars. The full-bodied design made the sound warm and not as "electric". Since the 1980s, these guitars have again been in demand by a new generation of musicians due to their unique sound.

Rickenbacker 360-12 model years: since 1963.

4. Martin D-28

Since 1931, Martin has been making acoustic and dreadnought guitars. The Martin D-28 is one of those guitars. Its distinctive feature is a booming bass tone and a large body. Thanks to this, compositions performed on the Martin D-28 become recognizable from the first notes. As a result, acoustic guitars with metal strings began to be made with this design.

Years of production Martin D-28: since 1931.

Perhaps you remember a country virtuoso like Chet Atkins? (Chet Atkins). So, Gretsch 6120 is exactly his favorite musical instrument. However, this guitar was used by many rock and country fans in the 50s and 60s due to its bright sound and full-body construction. Produced since 1954.

Years of production Gretsch 6120: since 1954.

This is Gibson's first solid body electric guitar. It is considered one of the symbols of rock music and one of the most popular guitars in the world. Developed in early 1950 by Ted McCarthy and guitarist Les Paul. It has a rich base sound that makes it an excellent instrument for playing hard rock and heavy metal. The body of the Gibson Les Paul is made with a single cutout. The importance and popularity of this guitar is confirmed by the fact that the Les Paul 1959 Standard today costs no less than $75,000.

Gibson Les Paul Years: since 1952.

This is a famous acoustic guitar with a strong sound and attractive appearance. The Gibson J-200, thanks to steel strings and a large body, has become actively used by country guitarists. The year of birth of this guitar is 1937. The finish of the guitar is also at the highest level: rosewood with a bright pattern, inlaid bridges with a shape that looks a bit like a mustache. Thanks to these characteristics, the Gibson J-200 has become one of the most popular acoustic guitars in the world, and rightfully entered into top ten guitars in the world.

This is a semi-body guitar. Developed since 1958. Its sound is reminiscent of large archtops and solid body guitars. This is exactly what the developers wanted to achieve when they released the Gibson ES-335. And they did it. The guitar has a distinctive acoustic tone that can be played in both jazz and rock 'n' roll. This guitar was admired by English guitarist Andy Summers.

Gibson ES-335 release years: since 1958.

The world famous solid body electric guitar with two pickups. Spectacular construction and remarkable sound set a new direction in the production of electric guitars. It was introduced in the fall of 1949 and was the first guitar of its kind to be produced in large numbers. Telecaster guitars have become popular among country guitarists. The construction of the guitar consists of an alder or ash body, a maple neck and standard electronics, which remains a classic to this day.

Fender Telecaster Model Years: since 1954.

And closes our top 10 guitars Fender Stratocaster. The guitar was designed by Leo Fender, George Fullerton and Frendy Tavares in 1954. It is still being produced, which proves its popularity. Her distinctive features: original sound, small size compared to jazz archtops and streamlined contours. This is what made it the best electric guitar in the world, and every self-respecting music store should have a couple of Fender Stratocaster guitars in their assortment.

Fender Stratocaster Model Years: since 1954.

This is what the top ten looks like best guitars in the world.

Note

Based review list top 10 guitars from Mark Philips (Music Director of Charry Lane Music) and John Chappel (Chief Editor of Guitar magazine).

I hope that the information turned out to be useful for you and you have chosen your desired guitar among them. And more rock and roll!