Budget electric guitar suggestion?

tranceFusion · #1 01-06-2009, 10:09 PM

I've started learning on an acoustic guitar and I'm looking to pick up a used electric to get me started for a couple hundred bucks.. any recommendation on brands/models to check out that are a good value?

Thanks..

Kyon` · #2 01-06-2009, 10:38 PM

Most of the SX's I've tried were very good, a lot of the newer Squiers I've heard good things about. I have a squier standard strat and it's killer. I personally have found I don't really enjoy Gibson's or Gibson's neck profile so I didn't enjoy Epiphones so much.

Stanley Design · #3 01-06-2009, 11:21 PM

www.rondomusic.com, the SX's are great just picked up one a week ago. Tons of great reviews.

NickInMesa · #4 01-07-2009, 01:14 AM

The Yamaha Pacifica is dirt cheap. I picked one up on CL for $50 with a 15W.

santucci218 · #5 01-07-2009, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by NickInMesa

The Yamaha Pacifica is dirt cheap. I picked one up on CL for $50 with a 15W.

Of all the starter packs we sell at the store, the Pacifica is hands down the best.

tranceFusion · #6 01-07-2009, 08:00 AM

so basically the same as basses.. squier VM/CV, SX, etc?

Any recommendation for a les paul copy? I like the tone of them, though I haven't actually played one to see how it feels.

Phalex · #7 01-07-2009, 08:07 AM

Check out Jay Turser for a LP copy. I had a guitar player that had one several years back, and not only did he love to play it, but I loved him to play it!

**baba** · #8 01-07-2009, 08:55 AM

You can get a used Mexican Fender Strat for $200-$250. No better option in that price range IMO. (unless you're a tele guy

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4bpauly · #9 01-07-2009, 08:57 AM

buy used - get a squier tele

Nedmundo · #10 01-07-2009, 09:11 AM

Yeah, it's similar to basses: used MIM Fender; new Squier; Yamaha; and don't forget Peavey. I've been impressed with some of their guitars lately. Also watch for Godin, who make some really sweet axes for reasonable prices. For a decent Les Paul copy, Dean is probably the least expensive that's impressed me. I generally haven't liked the less expensive Epiphones, though some of the higher end Epis are good.

If you're into the dual-humbucker tone, watch for an MIM HH Strat. They made these a few years ago, and they're great. I have a 2001 Am. Ser. version, and it's an incredibly useful, versatile guitar.

tranceFusion · #11 01-07-2009, 09:50 AM

I don't like the sound of strats playing rhythm for some reason.. sounds too twangy/quacky.. I didn't realize they made a double humbuckered one though. I don't think I know what a tele sounds like.

My acoustic is a Godin.. thing is amazing. For as many basses as I have gone through chasing tone, I picked this thing up and just loved the tone instantly.

GrooveWarrior · #12 01-07-2009, 09:54 AM

If you get the right Peavey Predator model, they are great Strat copies. I have a black one.

Here's one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Peavey-Predator-...3A1%7C294%3A50

**baba** · #13 01-07-2009, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by tranceFusion

I don't like the sound of strats playing rhythm for some reason.. sounds too twangy/quacky..

Try flipping the 5 way switch up towards you for rhythm. Much more low end and less twang.

**peabody** · #14 01-07-2009, 10:22 AM

I've got an Epiphone AlleyKat that I really like...and my guitar players like it too. It's a semi-hollowbody, but the sound is versatile enough that you can use it for rock, jazz, country..whatever. You can usually pick one up used on evil bay for around $300. One of the things I like is since it's a semi-hollowbody, I can play it without an amp and and still hear it.....they're cool looking too.

Here's one of my guitar players playing mine...

GrooveWarrior · #15 01-07-2009, 10:51 AM

The AlleyKat is a great guitar. That mini-humbucker in the neck really sounds great!!!

**baba** · #16 01-07-2009, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by tranceFusion

I don't think I know what a tele sounds like.

No one can show you better than Roy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9z4hEjbA5Dc

tranceFusion · #17 01-07-2009, 11:53 AM

I guess I need a small practice combo amp too.. any suggestions?

How are the Peavey HP's?

santucci218 · #18 01-07-2009, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by tranceFusion

I guess I need a small practice combo amp too.. any suggestions?

How are the Peavey HP's?

Line 6 Spider III 15watt

Seriously, nothing will give you as many options for the price...$99.99

etechstan · #19 01-07-2009, 05:21 PM

Hit some local pawn shops, you'll be surprised at what you find.

etechstan · #20 01-07-2009, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by tranceFusion

so basically the same as basses.. squier VM/CV, SX, etc?

Any recommendation for a les paul copy? I like the tone of them, though I haven't actually played one to see how it feels.

I wouldn't trade my Epi LP for nothing except a Gibson LP Gold Top