[Andy S]

Miral_D,

Well, since you are just starting, I think going out & trying one would be somewhat frustrating if not pointless. You may not recognize something wrong with the setup or the feel. Do you have a friend that plays? If so, you may want to go with them to a local shop that sells guitars and have him/her assist you.

The rest of the info and advice is all very good. Just getting that first purchase made is the confusing part.

The model you refer to , as Allthumbs mentioned, can be a good starter guitar. But, if not set up or built right, can be a discouragement. That's why it would be nice to have someone with some knowledge assist you.

If you know of no one, go to a reputable music store and have them show as well as explain the differences. A good sales person can convince a novice into an expensive item you don't really need at first.

Have the sales person show you the difference in , say, the tones. He/she would need to plug the guitar into an amp, set the tone & volume settings, play something on the less expensive model, then immediately plug in the more expensive model, making no adjustments to ANYTHING. You listen for the sound and determine if there is a remarkable difference.

Even though you don't currently play, hold the guitars. Have the sales person show you how to form a chord. Put your hand around the neck, is one more comfortable than the other? How does it feel sitting on your lap? Get a strap and see how it feels against your body standing up. Where does your arm rest on the body of the guitar as you would play it sitting or standing. (I've seen two younger folk quit playing because the body of the guitar was "cutting into" their arm as it came across the body. Silly, but hey!)

If it is a more expensive model, does it come with a case? Or, a Gig Bag? If a Gigbag, make sure it's well padded.

Ask for freebies!! If it doesn't come as a starter pack, ask for an tuner!! They can be inexpensive but still good. A Strap! Maybe a guitar stand! Those are little things that can make playing a bit more enjoyable.

Well, those are just some ideas for you to look at when you go to make the purchase.

best of luck on your search!