Guitar Buying Guides | Buying the Right Guitar in Australia

Buying a guitar can feel overwhelming — especially with so many options available online and in-store. This Guitar Buying Guides hub is designed to help you choose the right guitar for your needs, whether you’re a beginner, buying a gift, or upgrading your current instrument.

At X Guitars Australia, we focus on playability, value, and suitability, not hype or brand pressure. These guides break down everything you need to know before buying a guitar in Australia.


🎸 What You’ll Find in Our Guitar Buying Guides

Beginner Guitar Guides

If you’re just starting out, these guides help you avoid common mistakes and overspending.

  • Choosing your first guitar

  • Acoustic vs electric vs classical

  • How much you should spend as a beginner

  • What actually matters for learning comfortably


Guitar Comparisons

Clear, honest comparisons to help you decide what suits your playing style.

  • Strat vs Tele vs Les Paul

  • Cheap vs expensive guitars

  • Solid top vs laminated guitars

  • Playability vs brand name


Acoustic Guitar Buying Advice

Understand what affects tone, comfort, and long-term enjoyment.

  • Tonewoods explained

  • Body sizes and shapes

  • String types and feel

  • What matters for home and apartment players


Electric Guitar Buying Advice

Everything you need to know before buying an electric guitar.

  • Sound and pickup differences

  • Neck feel and playability

  • What affects “heavy” or clean tones

  • Choosing without trying in-store


Buying Guitars Online in Australia

Modern guitar buying is online — these guides explain how to do it safely.

  • What to look for in an online guitar store

  • Returns and exchanges

  • Delivery and setup expectations

  • Buying guitars online with confidence


🇦🇺 Built for Australian Guitar Buyers

Our guides are written for Australian conditions, including:

  • Climate and humidity considerations

  • Local pricing expectations

  • Beginner budgets in Australia

  • Buying guitars online with Australian consumer protections


📚 Popular Guitar Buying Guides

Explore our most helpful guides below:

  • Beginner Acoustic Guitar Buying Guide (Australia)

  • How Much Should You Spend on Your First Guitar?

  • Strat vs Tele vs Les Paul: Which Is Right for You?

  • Cheap vs Expensive Acoustic Guitars: Is It Worth Paying More?

  • Solid Top vs Laminated Acoustic Guitars Explained

  • Why Playability Matters More Than Brand Name

(New guides added regularly)


🎯 Why Learn Before You Buy?

A well-chosen guitar:

  • Is easier to play

  • Sounds better for your style

  • Helps you progress faster

  • Saves money long-term

That’s why we focus on education first, then guitars.


👉 Ready to Browse Guitars?

Once you’ve read our guides, explore our range of guitars available for fast delivery across Australia.

Browse Acoustic Guitars 
Browse Electric Guitars