Archtop Guitar Buyers Guide – Rockstar Music Supply

So you’re getting good at Jazz and you need an Archtop Guitar? However, before we dive into the buying tips don’t feel that you have to be tied to an archtop. There are MANY legendary jazz players that have not complied to the “archtop electric guitar standard“.

Guitars are very personal to begin with. Above all buy something that you like. Not just something that your favorite player or the latest and greatest plays. It has to feel good to you! Also, don’t get caught up in the name of the guitar. I personally play a custom made guitar from a builder only a handful of people have heard of. BUT, I love the guitar. It’s MY guitar.

However, to contradict what I just said, consider your plans for the guitar. If you plan on selling the guitar in the next few years or if you plan on keeping it for a while. There are certain name brands and models that can be good investments. They consistently hold their value and for the most part gain value consistently each year.

Lastly, be sure not to overlook used guitars. Not only does the wood sound better with age but it’s like buying a used car. The guy who drove it off the lot lost a lot of value in those first few minutes.

There aren’t a lot of dealers out there catering to the archtop market. At Rockstar Music Supply you can find a huge selection of new and used archtop electric and archtop acoustic guitars. We’ve created a section just for you. There you’ll find brands like The Loar, Gibson, Epiphone, Ibanez and many more.

Keep in mind that above all this is YOUR archtop guitar. Find the one that you think looks good, feels good and sounds good. THAT is the right archtop guitar for you!

Learn more about archtop guitars. Stop by Jordan Layne Bourland’s site where you can find out all about archtop acoustic guitars and what it can do for you.

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