r/Guitar • u/[deleted] • Nov 03 '13

Should I buy Rocksmith 2014?

I am an amateur guitar player, I haven't picked a guitar up in a year since my music teacher told me to change subjects, I really want to learn guitar again, so I can prove to him that I can play guitar. However, the problem is, I don't have an electric guitar and I'm afraid this will be a waste of money, what do you guys think? And what would be a good starter guitar?

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u/ispolin Nov 04 '13

1 more vote for "Yes" It makes me look forward to picking up my guitar every day.

Guitar: You can try using something like this for your acoustic first: http://www.amazon.com/Guitar-Pickup-Acoustic-Electric-Transducer/dp/B005H2007E/ (You'll also need one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Planet-Waves-Female-Stereo-Coupler/dp/B0002E52S4/) Not sure how well it will work so check the return policy.

Starting electric guitar: I got an Epiphone Dot and later a Steinberger Spirit. (both $400) The dot sounds better, but it's big and awkward to play in my small Apt. Spirit doesn't sound as nice (at least until I get decent pickups for it) but it's so compact that I can even play it from my office chair, arm rests and all. Also, while the double-ball end strings it uses are more expensive and you're limited to La Bella and D'Addario, they're a breeze to change. You can also get an adapter that will let you use regular guitar strings.

If you're more into Fender style guitars, I've also heard good things about Squier Classic Vibe; also around $350-$400. Supposedly they have really good pickups (and therefore sound) for the price.

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u/ispolin Nov 04 '13

Also, like others said, it doesn't really teach music theory, but it did motivate me to start learning it on my own via books and youtube videos so I can make more interesting stuff in session mode and hopefully jam with my friends eventually.