Whether you're buying your first guitar or want to find a higher-end instrument that fits you, the choices can be daunting. Most occasional buyers are influenced by low price and what a music store wants or needs to sell. The whole process becomes a haze made up of what you're being told and shown, along with what you've heard over the years. Sadly, many times the instrument you end up buying isn't satisfying, and ends up in the annual yard sale instead of in your hands making music.

I've been there myself. And one thing I always wished for was someone who was interested in helping me find what I wanted, rather than trying to convince me of what I should want. So I got this crazy idea - surely there are others who would benefit from someone else's untangling of the mysteries of finding a quality guitar. While there are brands I prefer, like anyone, the real trick is to separate that bias from knowing a quality instrument. In that way, I can help you find the instrument that speaks to you - that excites you.

The ninety-dollar Super Store Special is almost always a waste of money except as a living room design accessory. But how much should you spend on an instrument you might not want in six months? And which is the brand that works best for you? We begin by looking at budget and realistic price goals.

But the real goal is to help you choose a guitar that meets your needs perfectly, for a very reasonable consultation price. I can go with you to shop and help you find your way through the morass of in-store advice that may or may not be in your best interest. I can even look nationally for you, calling dealers and finding great prices on the guitars you desire.

I'm not offering this service as a way to make a lot of money, but because I enjoy the hunt for worthy instruments. I'd be honored to help you find the guitar of your dreams.

(If you're curious about the guitars I've chosen for myself, you can click here.)

    
 "The Master's hand can transform a cheap, poorly made instrument into a thing of musical wonder. Nonetheless, I notice that the Master doesn't gig regularly using a cheap, poorly made instrument."

                                                                ~ Ungston Branderhootz		 
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