Top products from r/guitars
We found 38 product mentions on r/guitars. We ranked the 249 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. VOX AP2AC amPlug 2 AC30 Guitar/Bass Headphone Amplifier
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 4
Power supply: AAA batteries x 2 (Best with Polaroid AAA batteries)Connections: headphone out, aux inDimensions: W x D x H) 3.39 x 3.15 x 1.22" 86 x 80 x 31mm)
2. The Guitar Player Repair Guide
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
Author: Dan ErlewineSeries: BookPublisher: Backbeat BooksMedium: Softcover with DVD8" x 11"
3. Fender 6 String Solid-Body Electric Guitar, Right Handed, Arctic White (0310202580)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
Slim and comfortable “C”-shaped neck profileLoaded with dual Squier single-coil Tele pickups with 3-way switching for genre-defying sonic variety6-saddle Tele bridge for fine intonation adjustmentSealed die-cast tuning machines for smooth, accurate tuningSatin neck finish; Upgraded HPA 40mm driv...
4. D'Addario EJ11 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
D'Addario's most popular acoustic gauge, ideal balance of tone and playabilityExtra-bright tone mixed with deep and projecting bottom endString Gauges; Plain steel .012, .016, Nickel Wound .024, .032, .042, .053Corrosion resistant packaging for fresh strings, always!Made in the U.S.A. for the highes...
5. Squier by Fender Stratocaster Short Scale Beginner Electric Guitar Pack with Squier Frontman 10G Amplifier - Black Finish
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Pack Includes Squier Guitar, 10 Watt Guitar amplifier, picks, Cable, and strapEngineered to capture the Essential recipe that makes Fender specialStop Dreaming and start playing with this all inclusive beginner Guitar Guitar bundleDesigned and backed by Fender one of the most trusted names in musica...
6. Orange Amplifiers Crush PiX Series CR35LDX 35W 1x10 Guitar Combo Amp Orange
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Controls: 3-band EQ, switchable overdrive (with optional footswitch), master volumeDigital Effects, including reverb, delay, chorus and tremeloAux input for MP3 playerHeadphone outLine out
7. Squier by Fender Affinity Stratocaster Beginner Electric Guitar Pack with Fender FM 10G Amplifier, Clip-On Tuner, Cable, Strap, Picks, and gig bag - Black
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Chord with comfort and bend strings with ease from this Strat's ‘C’ shaped satin finished neck, 21 medium jumbo frets and modern 9.5 fingerboard radiusExplore Jazz to Punk Rock sounds from the Strat's 3 single coils pickups, two tone controls, master volume and the 5 way pick up selector switchE...
8. Kmise Zebra Faced Humbucker Double Coil Pickups For Electric Guitar Pickup (Black & Cream)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Tested is fine.Complete With Neck & Bridge SurroundsThese are excellent value LP alternative humbuckersFully wax potted and sealed.DC Resistance: NECK:8K BRIDGE:9.5KPickup Pole Spacing: 50 mm / 52mm
9. Fender Mustang II V2 40-Watt 1x12-Inch Combo Electric Guitar Amplifier
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
With a turn of a knob, choose from clean to mean tones from the 17 various amp models that will accommodate almost any genre of music.Shape the on-board amp models ‘on the fly’ or dig deep and edit them with your computer using the included Fender FUSE software to further alter the included effe...
11. Epiphone DR-100 Acoustic Guitar (Ebony)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Classic go-to Dreadnought ShapeSelect Spruce topMahogany BodyPremium Machine HeadsSlimTaper Neck Profile
12. Epiphone DR-100 Acoustic Guitar (Natural)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Classic go-to Dreadnought ShapeSelect Spruce topMahogany BodyPremium Machine HeadsSlimTaper Neck Profile
13. Rock and Roll Straturday - Electric Guitar Zip Hoodie
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Everyday is Straturday for Guitarists! A must for Vintage Guitar Lovers that makes a bold statement at your next gig. Country Picker, Metal Shredder, Blues Man, whatever your jam, this electric Guitar print looks awesome on stage or woodshedding.Gift this funny guitar product to any guitar lover tha...
14. Hosa GPM-103 3.5 mm TRS to 1/4" TRS Adaptor
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
This adaptor is designed to adapt a mini stereo phone plug to a stereo phone jackIt is ideal for use as a headphone adaptorConnectors): 3.5 mm TRS to 1/4 in TRS
15. Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones with CCAW Voice Coil
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Connectivity Technology: WiredNeodymium magnets and 40mm drivers for powerful, detailed soundOver-ear design provides comfort and outstanding reduction of external noises10-foot oxygen free copper cord ends in 3.5mm plug; 1/4-inch adapter includedCopper-clad aluminum voice coil wire for improved pow...
16. Koss Porta Pro On Ear Headphones with Case, Black / Silver
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Designed for deep bass performanceComfortable, secure fit with adjustable headband and multi-pivoting earplatesTwo adjustable temporal-comfort zone pads shift the pressure and perfectly balance the ear plates on your earCollapsible for maximum portability, includes carrying caseConnector Type: 1 x H...
17. The Official Vintage Guitar Magazine Price Guide 2018
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
18. History of Japanese Electric Guitars
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
History Of Japanese Electric GuitarsMany guitar players, famous and not so famous began playing on Japanese electric guitars, yet the history of the people and factories that produced these instruments has remained largely ignoredFor the first time in this illustrated history, author Frank Meyers wi...
Being in the Industrial Arts, you have a leg-up on most people. There isn't any reason that someone like you should be at all discouraged from moving your skills over to guitar repair--unless you desire to make a big pile of money.
In any case, there are so many free/cheap resources available these days, combine those with cheap used guitars on the market that can be purchased cheap--especially if there's something wrong with them, which is what you want.
The books of Dan Erlewine, specifically "Guitar Player's Guide to Guitar Repair", and "How to Make Your Guitar Play Great" are both very good. Erlewine is a consultant with the guitar tools and supply house Steward-Mac, and they produce many good videos on various topics (some which you can find on YouTube).
https://www.stewmac.com/
The book "The Player's Guide to Guitar Maintenance" is not super in-depth, but I do like it because of its well done illustrations and photos:
https://www.amazon.com/Players-Guide-Guitar-Maintenance/dp/0879305495
Any of the books or videos of John Carruthers are recommended (some of his videos are on YouTube). The YouTube channel for Crimson Guitars is a wealth of info:
https://www.youtube.com/user/CrimsonCustomGuitars
My favorite book on guitar electronics is a bit dated--you're not going to find the latest pickups mentioned--but it's a great primer on the subject, and you can read it free in your browswer (Craig Anderton's: "Guitar Electronics for Musicians")
https://www.scribd.com/doc/2154081/Craig-Anderton-Guitar-Electronics-for-Musicians
Also, many of the pickup makers have resources on their sites can be informative. And reading forums that are for specific makes of guitars--like the Rickenbacker forum, or the G&L forum--can often contain input from employees of those companies, so you can read what experts on the guitars have to say.
I'm not good with paint and finishes, so I'll let someone else cover that.
I recommend listening to "The Luthierist" podcast, if for no other reason than it can be encouraging to hear other's struggles in the industry:
https://theluthierist.podbean.com/
I recommend the various YouTube videos of Phillp McKnight for general guitar information:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEzJtFWNg7d7TZW7K9JyXmw
I could go on for quite a while because there are some many resources--in a way, one of your biggest challenges is to find the nuggets of wisdom among the vast ocean of opinions.
http://www.amazon.com/Guitar-Player-Repair-Guide-3rd/dp/0879309210
That is a really good source of useful information. It goes as far in-depth as you wish to go. There is information that is useful to every level of guitarist and luthier as well. Clearly explains the basics every guitar owner should know. Using this book, I set up my LTD with FR Special on it in drop C the very first time I did it. Really simple procedure and my guitar stays in tune very very well. Divebombs go back up right in tune every time.
I suggest trying different strings, different tunings, and different setups (varying string height etc) to find what you like and what feels good. Take it to a pro if you don't want to go to that much trouble, although it is pretty easy if you have any DIY skills. Try to let them know what you plan to mostly play on it.. different styles will favor a certain setup. That book tells how guitarists including Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King and several more have their guitars setup.
I agree with this. A Fender Squier Strat, (even the affinity) is a GREAT first guitar with the understanding that you are going to spend 9 months to a year learning what it is to play guitar. Then you will have a better idea of what you want and you can trade up.
Squier is like a rite of passage for many guitar players. Plus, if you decide it's not for you, you're not out more than a couple hundred bucks.
You can get very cheap package guitar and amp deals for beginners.
Example:
Squier by Fender Affinity Stratocaster Beginner Electric Guitar Pack with Fender FM 10G Amplifier, Clip-On Tuner, Cable, Strap, Picks, and gig bag - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008F4UQVQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_9DNtzb0CYQDBF
I wouldn't recommend buying a used guitar as your first, especially if its not a brand thats very common. Its going to be very difficult to determine if that guitar is actually any good, since you don't really have the experience to know what to look out for. I've never heard of that brand of guitar myself.
I definitely think its worth it for a beginner to get a decent guitar. I'd recommend this. Its a well known and trustable brand, and you shouldn't have to upgrade to anything better in a rush until you feel like you want to. Unfortunately, it doesn't come with any picks, tuner or strap though.
Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDRV6-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00001WRSJ These headphones ROCK! I use them with recording, mixing, performance.
Now the amp part is where it gets tricky. I would recommend getting him a Marshall MG15CFX (I had an older version of that, it's what I learned on.) With headphones they sound pretty good! It also has an aux input for mp3/cd players, as well as a foot controller you can buy so he can turn on the distortion/fx without pressing the buttons on the amp.
http://www.amazon.com/Marshall-MG15CFX-Series-15-Watt-Guitar/dp/B005ODB4QW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413217495&sr=8-1&keywords=MG15CFX
Here's the optional footswitch:
http://www.amazon.com/Marshall-PEDL-90008-MG15FX-MG101FX-Footswitch/dp/B0028LDR68/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1413217507&sr=8-2&keywords=MG15CFX
I remember seeing these back in the early/mid- 90's, I think. The name was memorable because spelling America with a "K" has long been way to denote American fascism, something I don't think the Korean makers of this guitar knew. (I'm pretty sure it is Korean-made.)
Nothing valuable--just another Korean copy guitar of fair quality. If it plays well, then that's what matters. But if it were mine, I'd cover up that brand name.
EDIT:
I wonder if Tonio K's album title had anything to do with the guitar name:
https://www.amazon.com/Amerika-Tonio-K/dp/B000002015
Good album, but I prefer his "Life in the Food Chain". Harder to fit on a headstock, though.
I bought one of these Vox Amplug AC30 units. It's actually pretty nice, and effective at keeping the noise down.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NAUHX1G/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1463535705&sr=1&keywords=vox+amplug
$150 is insanely high for a setup , as much as people love to hate the place take it to either guitarcenter or samash for a setup it shouldnt cost more then $60 with new strings included and it shouldnt take more then 30 minutes for the tech to do the work and if you can watch the tech when he is working if its ok with them and ask questions . Make sure its setup the way you like and so its comfortable for you to play . But any acoustic and even electric guitars will need a setup after sitting for a while acoustics more then electrics .
Or depending how handy you are check out this book http://www.amazon.com/The-Guitar-Player-Repair-Guide/dp/0879309210/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1410144697&sr=8-2&keywords=guitar+setup+guide and do it yourself with the steps in the book / dvd
That's not bad, it typically retails new for around 200$. As long as you're satisfied and it feels good, that's what matters.
https://www.amazon.com/Fender-Stratocaster-Beginner-Electric-Amplifier/dp/B071F7WHTM
You can get Behringer pedals for 25 bucks — less money than it’d cost you to source the parts yourself. Mooer, Caline, and Donner pedals are priced similarly.
You can get a generic loaded, prewired Strat pickguard for 17 bucks or a set of generic humbuckers for 14 bucks on Amazon.
There is a shitload of gear to fit any budget. You want handmade in the first world by the original designer? Pony up. You want inexpensive factory stuff that’ll get you in the ballpark? There ya go.
Is this the right guitar to start with (Les Paul Special-II LTD)? or may be this one Squier by Fender Affinity Stratocaster Beginner Electric Guitar.
Can you recommend something online, so at least I have an idea by reading the specs? Thanks.
Yes the Vintage Guitar Price Guide. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1884883370/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1527203272&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=vintage+guitar+price+guide&dpPl=1&dpID=51W%2Bow0lNKL&ref=plSrch. I picked one up and it’s quite useful. It’s helped me identify guitars and their production years for people on here.
What’s the guitar? I can look it up.
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Orange crush amp isn't bad for $. Has effects and tuner. The cleans sound awesome without any effects and has headphone jack.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DV9HJJC/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1427407733&sr=8-1&keywords=orange+crush+amp&dpPl=1&dpID=51%2BRnvtKwsL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SY200_QL40
This is the classic book on fingerstyle blues for beginners:
https://www.amazon.com/Beginning-Fingerstyle-Blues-Guitar-Books/dp/0825625564/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480794244&sr=8-1&keywords=fingerstyle+blues
It helped me a ton when I was starting. Great technical advice too
I don't know of a big list o' designs, but this book is a good place to start. Most Japanese guitars from the '60s were sold under multiple brands or by multiple distributors.
Just for anyone else interested. Not bad at 4.5 star rating.
https://www.amazon.com/AP2AC-amPlug-Guitar-Headphone-Amplifier/dp/B00NAUHX1G/
Go to your local library or bookstore and read the section pertaining to this process in Erlewine's The Guitar Player Repair Guide. If you realize you're in over your head, shop around for a better estimate or fork out the $225. You could buy a somewhat playable new or used guitar for that amount though.
When I started out after getting fed up with the shitty amp that came as a combo with my first guitar I got a Fender Mustang 2. Its a great little amp for the price and you can program different sounds and amp profiles into it. It can also hook up to a computer and you can download custom amp profiles that other people have created.
Yeah, headphones are not going to work with that amp. If cost is no worry, you could buy him an amp or amp modeler with a headphone out and some nice headphones such as Sennheisers, Grados, AKGs, etc.
If you want to go cheap, you could buy a Vox amPlug 2 and some portable headphones such as the Koss Porta Pros. https://www.amazon.com/AP2AC-amPlug-Guitar-Headphone-Amplifier/dp/B06W5232QZ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=amPlug%2B2&qid=1570088242&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-1&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Koss-Porta-Headphones-Black-Silver/dp/B00001P4ZH/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3767NJXNW9Z9Y&keywords=koss+headphones&qid=1570088293&sprefix=koss+he%2Cmi%2C215&sr=8-4
https://www.amazon.com/AP2AC-amPlug-AC30-Guitar-Headphone/dp/B00NAUHX1G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480983646&sr=8-1&keywords=ac30+headphone+amp
I have this. It works well. Nothing beats a proper amp though.
I would look at the Fender Mustang 1 or Mustang 2 in that price range.
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These pickups
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If his practice amp has a headphone jack, maybe this is all you need.
https://www.amazon.com/Hosa-GPM-103-3-5-inch-Adaptor/dp/B000068O3T/
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Its a chinese squier basically. I bought this one : http://www.amazon.com/Squier-Fender-Affinity-Telecaster-Arctic/dp/B0002F76QY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1427065265&sr=8-4&keywords=white+tele