A Comparison Of Two Leading Acoustic Guitar Brands

From beginners to professionals, it is important when looking for a new guitar to know what brands will offer the best in quality, range and sound production. Buyers should be aware of what body shape will best suit their needs, which materials provide the best quality, and which guitars offer good sound in a visually appealing guitar.

Different settings will dictate what body shape is most suitable. For solo performances, a dreadnought acoustic guitar with steel strings can provide a big sound with a more bass tone. Many artists prefer this body shape to that of the classic nylon-stringed guitar.

Smaller instruments, such as the nylon-stringed classic acoustic and the steel-stringed artist body shape are ideal for beginners. They offer a good sound whilst being easier to hold. They are also used by artists who perform with a band, as they produce a more treble sound that carries better over the noise of other instruments, and causes less feedback.

One of the best instruments you can buy is the Alvarez acoustic guitar. This manufacturer, based in St Louis, Missouri, is renowned for producing excellent quality instruments for all levels of ability. They have a far-reaching history for attention to tradition, quality and detail. Many guitarists prefer the tone produced by an Alvarez. The guitars are usually produced in China, but some higher-end instruments are actually hand-crafted by Kazou Yairi in Gifu, Japan.

One of the most popular series produced by Alvarez is their Regent series. Though these instruments are the entry level standard recommended for beginners, they are given the same attention as the higher level instruments. They maintain superior value to entry level guitars produced by other manufacturers, offering optimum tone and tuning stability.

The Masterworks series is at the other end of the scale, offering the absolute best in performance and careful attention to the appearance of the instrument. The discerning artist will pay a little extra to benefit from the superior quality and tone of these guitars.

Takamine is another highly distinguished guitar manufacturer. Since they began operation in the early 1960′s, they have maintained a high level of innovation, including being the first to manufacture acoustic/electric guitars. What started as a small family business has grown into one of the world’s biggest producers of quality guitars. The Takamine acoustic guitar is usually modelled to resemble Martin guitars, though without the accompanying price tag.

In comparing these two brands, it is important to keep in mind that there is no one acoustic guitar that will suit all players. Different players will prefer different tones and body shapes. Takamine produces a very wide range of guitars for all budgets and skill levels, but many dislike the bright, clean tone that these instruments produce. The Alvarez is popular for its rich, mellow tone.