I am the most unmusical person on the planet, but my girlfriend wants to learn to play the guitar, so I might get her one for christmas.

I have no idea what’s a decent guitar, what price range to look for etc.

Anyone got any (informed) advice?

electric or acoustic?

http://www.dv247.com/guitars/beginners-guitars/

http://www.guitarampkeyboard.com/

anything by someone such as yamaha should be fine.

There was a thread on this subject last week, I believe.
[edit] found it: http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/where-can-i-buy-a-cheap-decent-acoustic-guitar#post-1950307
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Thanks, I’m always a bit lazy with the search button

just make sure you buy a right-hander if she’s right handed, and vice versa. Jimi Hendrix could carry off the upside down guitar, but I doubt if anyone else can 😉

You’re welcome 8~)

Personally I’d recommend anyone starting out goes for a nylon strung “Classical” style guitar, which can generally be picked up fairly cheaply. Although the neck is wider than a steel strung acoustic or electric, it’s a lot easier on the fingers for beginners. I’ve known a lot of people who’ve started playing but soon quit as steel strings can be harsh on the fingers.

Thanks Albino, I’ll bear that in mind

I would have to disagree with Albino. Unless they particularly want to play classical guitar, I would avoid nylon string guitars. They might be softer on the fingers, but cheap ones are a nightmare to keep in tune and are considerably harder to play due to the wider neck.