If your child wants to learn to play the guitar, it is suggested that you get him one that will be comfortable for his hands. A child will surely find it difficult to start learning to play on the standard fretboard and a big body. There are many guitar brands who have come up with junior models, intended to be played by children. These guitars come smaller in size as compared to their larger counterparts. A very good example of an acoustic for children is the 'Baby Taylor'.

This model from Taylor Guitars is just ¾ the size of a normal acoustic one, and is meant to be played by kids more than seven years old. This kids' guitar is available for around $300. However, inexpensive alternatives of the best guitars for kids can also be available in your local musical instrument stores. There are even electric guitar packs for children interested in guitar playing. Let us get to know more about the best beginner electric guitars.

Those who are well versed in playing the acoustic guitar can now shift to playing the electric guitar. Unless you are a professional musician, you should not consider guitars from the expert category. Generally, electric guitars range from a price of $100 or so and can go up to a couple of thousands.

You can go in for local brands that are reputed to produce good quality electric guitars, or can rely on brands like Epiphone, Squire, Yamaha, or ESP. All these companies produce good sounding guitars for beginners and intermediate guitarists. From Yamaha, you can choose the GigMaker Electric pack which contains a 15-watt Yamaha guitar amplifier, a case, a chromatic tuner, belt, string set, and plectrums. You may have to pay about $260 for this package. Those from the ESP Standard Series are also the best bets for beginners. Read on for the best beginner bass guitars.

When it comes to bass guitars for beginners, Yamaha and Ibanez are the top brands. Companies like Epiphone and Squier also have good bass guitar for novices. The Ibanez GSR200 is believed to a suitable choice for those who want an expensive looking bass guitar at a decent price. With a light weight and a thin neck, beginners can easily learn to play on this $200 bass guitar. Another alternative to this is the Squier Jazz bass which is a cheaper version of the popular Fender Jazz bass. The price of the Squier Jazz bass is somewhere around $300. Other choices in this class are the Epiphone Les Paul Special and Yamaha RBX374.