Acoustic guitars are a popular choice as a beginner instrument for children usually because people perceive them to be easier to play and cheaper than electric guitars. Although an acoustic is generally less expensive than an electric (you don’t need to get an amp or a cable), it’s also a bit more difficult for children
We’ve updated the guide for 2020! A couple of guitars that were becoming harder to find have been removed. We also added a couple of newer guitars that are great for kids, most notably the Fender Squier Affinity Telecaster (review coming soon). We also recently added the Loog Pro to this list, which is a
SUMMARY: Loog is a New York-based guitar company that designs three-string guitars for kids as young as 3 years old, that help to make learning the guitar easy and fun. This model is one of the new and improved Loog guitars that was introduced in 2017. It is recommended for ages 8 and older. This
SUMMARY The Loog Mini is a guitar for children ages 3 and up. It’s a very small (about the size of a ukulele) acoustic guitar. It has only three strings, a very thin neck, and a lightweight body. The Loog Mini comes with physical flashcards and a free app that you can use to learn
Updated November 2, 2017: We’ve gone over this article to make sure it’s still up-to-date and relevant (which it is!) If you’re looking at this guitar, you might also want to read about another new, similar guitar from Epiphone, the SL1. The Les Paul Junior is an excellent full-sized beginner guitar for kids ages 11+.
If you know me, I’m always on the lookout for a good 3/4 size guitar that kids will love. A few people have asked me about the Hola! HG-36SB Junior Acoustic Guitar and whether this is a good model for kids. I haven’t tried this guitar myself, but the reviews for the guitar are overwhelmingly
One of my favorite ways to get kids interested in guitars is to start them on a ukulele. Ukuleles are perfect for kids because they are small and they only have four strings, so they are much easier to play than a guitar. They are also much cheaper, they come in all sorts of fun
It is essential for all kids to have access to instruments if it is something that they are interested in. Unfortunately, musical instruments and lessons can be costly and out of reach for a lot of families. You may have looked into buying your child a guitar and found a lot of people recommending guitars
You don’t need to get too fancy when you are buying accessories for a first guitar. Accessories that would be a good idea are a tuner, extra strings, a gig bag, a strap, and a guitar stand. If you are buying an electric guitar, you will also need to buy an amp. A couple of
Whether you are looking for an electric or nylon-string guitar for your toddler, we have come up with a list of some of the most popular options. Since toddlers are generally aged around 1 to 3, what you want to look for in a guitar for that age is a bit different than what you
