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WHAT SIZE GUITAR IS BEST FOR MY CHILD?

Using the Age to Guitar Size Chart


The following chart will help you choose the right sized guitar for your child. It
is important to note that guitar size is only one part of making it easy for your
child to play. An un-adjusted guitar will not be easy to play, even if it is the
right size. Here at FirstGuitar.com, each guitar is inspected, properly adjusted
and set up so that the strings are easy to press down and the notes ring
clearly.

Ages 4-6
Acoustic 30″ 1/4 Size IN STOCK
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Ages 6 -9
Acoustic 34″ 1/2 Size IN STOCK
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Classical 34″ 1/2 Size IN STOCK SHOP GUITARS

Electric Mini Electric Guitar N/A

Bass Mini Bass Guitar N/A

Ages 9 – 12
Acoustic 36″ 3/4 Size IN STOCK
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Classical 36″ 3/4 Size IN STOCK SHOP GUITARS

Electric Full Size Electric Guitar IN STOCK SHOP GUITARS

Bass Short Scale Bass N/A

Ages 12 – Adult
Acoustic 40″ Concert Size IN STOCK
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Acoustic 41″ Dreadnought IN STOCK SHOP GUITARS

Classical 40″ Concert Size IN STOCK SHOP GUITARS


Electric Full Size Electric Guitar IN STOCK SHOP GUITARS

Bass Full Size Bass Guitar IN STOCK SHOP GUITARS

Why the right size may vary from child to child:


 If your child is small to average in height for his/her age, consider
staying within the age group as listed on the chart.
 If your child is on the cusp of two groups, use his/her relative size to
determine which age group to stay in. For example, if your nine-year-old
is small for his/her age, choose from the 6-9 year group.
 If your child is above average in height, consider moving to the next age
group, particularly if your child is on the cusp. In this case, your tall nine-
year-old would do well with a guitar from the 9-12 year group.
What if my child wants to play a larger guitar?
Highly motivated children may overcome a slight size obstacle. Highly
motivated children may desire a larger guitar because they view it as being
more mature and feel a strong identity with it. These children will most likely
be able to overcome a slight size obstacle.

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