Learn old guitar.

Currently on the guitar market, in addition to newly produced models, old guitars are very interested by everyone.

If you are in need of finding a real quality guitar that is not too expensive to stick with for a long time, an old guitar is a worthy choice.

The Origin of the Old Guitar.

Currently on the market there are 3 common types of used guitars:

- Old Japanese Guitar - Produced and imported from Japan.

Old Japanese guitars are often quite old, produced by famous Japanese artists or by famous brands such as: Yamaha, Suzuki, Morris, Takamine...

Most old Japanese guitars are acoustic guitars (Classic and Acoustic).

- Old American Guitar - Produced and imported from the US.

Used American guitars are often very expensive and very limited in quantity. Most older American guitars are electric guitars.

- Guitar is distributed genuine in Vietnam market but used.

Used guitars distributed in Vietnam and used are usually of lower quality, cheaper and easier to buy than used Japanese guitars and used American guitars.

Used guitars are imported to Vietnam by buying auctions in Japanese and American markets or imported from companies specializing in collecting second-hand goods. This stock is purchased from people who have no need to use it or from guitar players who want to upgrade to a new guitar.

Advantages of old guitars.

The first advantage to mention is that the wood to make the guitar is mostly precious wood.

Old guitars imported to Vietnam are usually high-end, valuable guitars. Popular guitars are rarely imported because of poor quality.

The high-end guitars are made of wood such as spruce, cedar, Indian or Brazilian rosewood... The artisans also use many other wood materials such as: Rose Sac wood, Trac wood. South American (Cocobolo), Mix (zebrawood) or others for backs and sides.

These guitars often give great sound because before making the guitar, the wood has been carefully selected and treated, so the longer you use it, the better the sound will be, not affected much by weather or temperature. suitable for the hot and humid climate of Vietnam.

Because these guitars have been used before, the guitar has "broken", giving a very good sound. The sound has depth in the bass strings and reverberation in the treble strings.

The next advantage is the reasonable price. Old guitars are used, so the price is much more accessible.

In addition, old guitars can be made by famous artists such as: Sakazo Nakade, Rokutaro Nakade, Matsuoka, Masaru Kohno, Matsaki Sakurai... Custom made in the style of a famous artist or manufactured. to celebrate an important event. Therefore, the instrument, in addition to its intended use, also has a great collectible meaning.

Cons of old guitars.

The downside of the old guitar can be mentioned that is the appearance. Most guitars don't look as good as new and may have minor defects and scratches.

The next downside is the warranty. Because most are used guitars, most no longer have genuine warranties, this is the responsibility of the seller. If the seller is not reputable, the warranty will be very difficult if an unexpected error occurs.

Experience buying used guitars.

If you want to find an old guitar that is truly satisfactory in both looks and sound, then you will have to invest time, effort and money to choose the perfect guitar.

Because it is an old guitar, imported by traders, the warranty is responsible for the seller. Therefore, you should buy at big, reputable stores with clear addresses.