[dundee]

I just stumbled across this great site. Kudos to all you helpful, friendly and patient folks who make this a special place. I'm still finding my way around here. This is my first venture into such a forum. So, if I make mistakes, I'm a Newbie.
I'm a Boomer who got started late. Can't play much yet, but the progress is steady and every little improvement motivates me to practice more.
I have a question about guitar ergonomics. I am 5"7" and about 145lbs. Most guitars are just too big for me. Is that a complaint others have when they are new at playing? It won't stop me playing, but I'm always looking for a more comfortable axe. Thanks all.

[Clancy]

Hi dundee.

Don't worry if you make mistakes, we're a forgiving bunch (initially anyway)

You're not alone with the guitar size issue, it has been brought up a few times here already and there are smaller guitars you can buy (both electric and acoustics) with either shorter necks or smaller bodies or both.

Here's a thread discussing small electric guitars.

If you are after an smaller acoustic, there are also many of those available.

Anyway, welcome to the forum. Nice to have you here.

Clancy

[allthumbs]

For acoustics, you might want to look at parlour guitars, they have smaller bodies than the average guitars. Keep in mind that Angus Young of AC/DC is 5 ft nothing and plays a full size SG. He has had to adapt his playing a bit. For instance, when he does vibratos he shakes his whole body, not just his hand to help reinforce the moves.