Esteban Review: Classical Guitar

History:

Purchase: I bought this guitar from the HSN (or QVC). I paid $109 which included the guitar, pick, 2 sets of strings, a gig-bag, an instruction video, a guitar strap, and the shipping costs.

What I Like About This Esteban Classical Guitar: This was my first guitar, and it was perfect for a true beginner. The guitar stays in-tune and sounded good for my "new" ears. The action has been fine for me, and I recently lowered it.

What I Do NOT Like About The Esteban Classical Guitar: I have no complaints about my Esteban. Although, since I have grown in my playing abilities beyond this guitar the sound is now thin and hollow. The fretboard is probably painted plywood because the finish on the second fret of the hi E string is now bare wood. I have very short finger nails, but I still managed to wear off the finish on the fret. So, be aware. This guitar is cheaply made, but not so cheap that it is a poor example a guitar. For a true beginner the strings are fine, but others will want to replace the strings ASAP.

Esteban Classical Guitar Quality Rating: Overall, the quality is fine for a sub-$100 guitar. I have banged it on stuff and nicked it, and she has ticken the abuse. I am fairly easy on the guitar, but i've still managed to bump it into things without any real damage.

Review Summary: Since I have not played any other cheapo guitars it is hard to make a comparison. But, I am very glad that I bought this guitar. Were it not for this guitar I would not be playing. I have graduated to better guitars, but I owe Esteban credit for getting me started.

Rating of this Esteban product: 4

This Esteban Classical Guitar Classical Guitars Review Submitted By: Adam

Review Date: 2005-02-04