Left-handed Guitar Buying Guide

Many left-handed guitarists use the wrong instrument for them, they use a right-handed guitar and flip it so the strings are the opposite way round so they can play with their dominant hand, you can get your tunes re-engineered so that you can play that guitar comfortably. However, it would save costs and time if you were to purchase a left-handed guitar which is built with you in mind, the strings are the right way round, you can play comfortably and confidently as all the components are in the right place.

Although there are fewer guitars available on the market for left-handed guitarists, this does not mean that there are none. Many of the left-handed guitars available are almost identical to the right-handed ones available, just altered to suit the guitarist’s personal requirements.

Let’s take a look at some of the options available for left-handed guitars:

Squier Classic Vibe Stratocaster

The Squier classic vibe strat is the perfect guitar for any musical genre, it has modern playability which makes it a versatile guitar. The tone of the guitar is thick due to the single-coil pickups that have a force and a knockout bridge pickup. The tone of the guitar has impressive sustain, and with staggered pole pieces, the string to string balance is improved. Great sound, vintage looks, unbeatable value-Classic Vibe!

Yamaha APX700II

Yamaha APX guitars are well constructed and well-designed guitars that look and sound great both hooked up to an amp or not, they are designed with a focus on playability. The thin bodies and cutaways of an APX guitar provide comfort for the player and easy access to the upper frets, APX700 guitars are equipped with a System 64 preamp for live use with a handy tuner and improved ergonomics so you are not caught out when performing.

Spector Bass Legend 4

The Spector Bass guitars are not built for a beginner, therefore if you are looking to just add a fantastic new guitar to your collection then this could be the perfect new addition for you. The Spector Legend 4 is a luxurious bass guitar, the price tag, however, is reasonable for what the guitar has to offer. Firstly, the design of the guitar is very impressive, high-quality maple is used and you can choose from three unique finishes – Black Cherry, Natural or Trans Purple.  And, secondly, the guitar has brilliant tone and quality that you can always rely on, it is flexible within its own range and always provides high-quality performance.

Fender Standard Stratocaster

Let’s end with a favourite, for guitarists who appreciate great style, classic design, and an affordable price tag. The standard strat produces a rich, versatile tone which you can no doubt benefit from whether you are starting out or gigging. Many musicians in all genres of music have relied on the Fender Stratocaster as the playability is so smooth, the perfect addition to any guitarist.

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