I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, right now, in fact. I’m no stratocaster guy. I’ve definitely had other solid body guitars that I enjoyed playing, but in recent years I am definitely into hollow bodies, or semi-hollow bodies. A chambered body is nice.

I haven’t played too many Fender acoustic guitars, but they certainly have their redeeming qualities. I suppose, as with any mega brand, you have to pay for quality. I mean, nowadays you can buy Gibbies and Fenders in places like Target and Walmart, so… yeah, you have to watch out.

Start with simple guidelines, like if it comes in a shiny box with a clear plastic see-through window, you should probably pass it by.