First Guitar
Everything published on Viyolens under First Guitar — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Sigma Guitars for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A tangled brand history, but a simple first purchase. Here's everything a beginner actually needs to know about Sigma Guitars.
Pink Guitars Acoustic for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Pink acoustic guitars are affordable and beginner-friendly. This guide walks you through the physical adjustment, common frustrations, and a realistic timeline for progress over your first three month...
Gibson Sj 200 Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Big, beautiful and a little daunting — here's a gentle, honest look at starting out on a Gibson SJ-200 as your first proper guitar.
Yamaha Pacifica 112v for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need the fanciest first guitar, just one that won't hold you back. Here's why this one keeps turning up on beginner recommendation lists.
Evh Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Straight answer first: it can work as a first guitar, but it's not the obvious choice. Here's the honest version before you spend anything.
Prs Semi Hollow Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
PRS semi-hollow guitars are warm, responsive, and beginner-friendly. This guide walks you through your first month, explains the feedback issue, and shows you why semi-hollow guitars are excellent for...
Ibanez Guitars for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Don't be afraid of Ibanez guitars as a beginner. They're playable, affordable and built for comfortable learning. Here's how to choose your first one.
Guitar Faith for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Five unfamiliar planet names and a wall of tonewoods. Here's the gentle, honest starting point for total beginners.
Cordoba Nylon String Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Cordoba nylon string guitars welcome beginners with warm tone, gentle strings, and quality craftsmanship. Start acoustic guitar the right way.
Cort Guitar Company for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting out and eyeing a Cort? Here's the plain-spoken version of what actually matters for a first guitar, and what you can safely ignore.
Guitar Neck for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need to memorise scale lengths to start playing. Here's the beginner-friendly version.
Ibanez Electric Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
If you're learning guitar for the first time, an Ibanez can be exactly what you need. A guide to beginner-friendly Ibanez models, setup advice, and how to stay motivated whilst learning.
Takamine Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The pickup, the preamp, the notch filter: a calm, beginner-friendly guide to your first acoustic-electric, one piece at a time.
Recording King Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Recording King guitars make perfect beginner instruments—affordable, playable, and they sound better as you improve. Discover setup essentials and common pitfalls to avoid.
White Gibson Sg Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You've seen the white Gibson SG in the hands of iconic players—it looks cool, sounds powerful, and feels like a serious musician's guitar. If you're considering a white Gibson SG as your first electri...
Gibson Lp Custom for Beginners: A Complete Guide
It's not the usual first-guitar advice, but if the look is what's pulling you toward playing, here's how to go in with your eyes open.
Seagull Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
If you're considering a Seagull acoustic guitar as your first instrument, you've already identified one of the smartest choices available for beginners. This guide walks you through what makes Seagull...
Fender Player Stratocaster for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The Fender Player Stratocaster is an excellent beginner electric guitar. Understand the design and how to start playing iconic rock and blues.
Epiphone Les Paul for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Worried an Epiphone Les Paul is too much guitar to start on? Here's honest, encouraging advice on the right version and what to learn first.
Fret King Electric Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to choosing and playing your first Fret King electric guitar, covering setup, expectations, and common mistakes.
Tanglewood for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A patient, encouraging walk-through of Tanglewood guitars for anyone buying their very first instrument.
Taylor Guitars for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need to understand bracing patterns or tonewood grading to make a sensible first choice. Here's the beginner-friendly version, stripped right back.
Baritone Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Can beginners learn on a baritone guitar? Yes—with patience and realistic expectations. Here's what you need to know about getting started.
Taylor 12 String Guitars for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Taylor 12-string guitars produce gorgeous shimmering tone, but are they beginner-friendly? This guide explains physical challenges, whether you should start on one, and honest recommendations.
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Epiphone Les Paul
Classic single-cut electrics with thick tone, long sustain and strong appeal for rock, blues and lead players.
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Fender
Fender guitars and related instruments trusted for classic design, tone and versatility.
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Fender Jazzmaster
Fender Jazzmaster guitars for expressive tone, offset comfort and versatile playing.
Ibanez Guitars
A wide-ranging guitar brand known for playable, modern instruments across beginner, intermediate and professional levels...
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Left Handed Guitar
Mirror-image instruments designed for left-handed players across acoustic, electric, bass and specialist styles.
Yamaha Acoustic Guitar
Yamaha acoustic guitar models are known for reliable build quality, balanced tone and excellent value.
Yamaha Pacifica
The Yamaha Pacifica is a versatile electric guitar range known for comfort, value and flexible tones.
Yamaha Revstar
The Yamaha Revstar is a distinctive modern electric guitar with strong style, comfort and versatile tone.
