How much does an electric guitar cost and do you need an amplifier?

Answer 1

Electric Guitars can cost any thing from £50 to thousands of pounds.

Yes you do need an amp

It is recommended that you physically go into a shop and look at guitars rather than order one over the net.

Things to look out for:

Guitars that are in your price range

You feel comfortable playing it

The strings aren't too high off the fretboard (The actionisn't too high)

It sounds pleasing when ran through an amp that is also within your price range

The notes play clearly at every point on the fretboard

You will probably want an overdrive setting on the amp

Play the guitar loud, if it doesn't sound good loud then it's not worth the money, also if the shop owner is uncomfortable with you thrashing the guitar then they know nothing about guitars and you should politely take your money elsewhere

You like its finish (paint job)

It comes with a connection lead, if not you will need to buy one

Build quality is satisfactory

Whammy bars, Floyd roses, Chaos Pads and other pretty add ons are not essential, it is better to buy a cheap basic guitar with a good build quality and sound than a cheap guitar with all the bells and whistles but a rubbish sound

RecommendedSchecter Diamond Series Solo-6 Custom (Roughly £350)

Ashland by Crafter (Acoustic)

Not Recommended

Fender Frontman 15R (Amp) (Roughly £80)

RememberNo two guitars will sound the same (even the same brand and make) and the same guitar will sound different for when played by different Guitarists, so don't take anyone's word for it or just watch the shop owner play guitars. Always have a go and find one you like the feel and sound of.