Buying an acoustic guitar. . .?

Question:I have been playing my brothers electric guitar for about a year now, but I really want an acoustic guitar because I like "acousticifying" my favorite rock songs. I have no idea how to buy an acoustic guitar, what some good brands are, or even if I should get a acoustic or an acoustic/electric guitar! The highest price my parents are willing to pay is probably around $300. I am probably going to get a used one because you can get a lot nicer used guitar for $300 than you can get a new one.

So any help with buying an acoustic guitar will be appreciated!

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I have been playing my brothers electric guitar for about a year now, but I really want an acoustic guitar because I like "acousticifying" my favorite rock songs. I have no idea how to buy an acoustic guitar, what some good brands are, or even if I should get a acoustic or an acoustic/electric guitar! The highest price my parents are willing to pay is probably around $300. I am probably going to get a used one because you can get a lot nicer used guitar for $300 than you can get a new one.

So any help with buying an acoustic guitar will be appreciated!

dont get a used one unless you are sure u wont get ripped off... be sure to look for worn frets and a warped neck etc if u do buy used....and be wary of pawn shops that will grossly overcharge u

but for 300 u can get a nice new yamaha or epiphone from guitarcenter (acoustic or acoustic/electric)...spend another 15 bucks on some elixir polyweb strings and your guitar will sound great

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Alvarez!

ANd you can get a nice one in the $200 - $300 range! New, and good quality.

I have played Alvarez guitars for over 20 years and am well satisfied.

I use Ovation electro-acoustics for performing, but I don't know what they cost in the States. The Ovation Applause budget range are good. Otherwise, my wife uses a Tanglewood, and that is good too. Other friends use Takamine. Hope this helps.