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[C.Linton]

Yes indeed, a setup is highly recommended too, especially for a beginner. As a beginner, a poorly setup guitar can be frustrating and make learning more of a chore.

[rapplebee]

That is a great guitar for a beginner. All I have had to do with mine is change the strings and a very minor tweak to the setup. It stays in tune very well and the intonation is spot on.

[Tanmannnnnnnnnn1]

That is a great guitar for a beginner. All I have had to do with mine is change the strings and a very minor tweak to the setup. It stays in tune very well and the intonation is spot on.

What's the purpose for changing the strings? Sorry total newbie here haha.


And so I've decided to get the one I posted earlier in the thread but I'm debating between the color? Which do you think looks nicer, Vintage Starburst or Ebony (Black)?

http://zub-music.com/wp-content/uplo...GT-coulors.jpg

[imfuraisoth]

The string will start to corrode with time since it is metal. You can make them last longer by cleaning them after you play each time but eventually, you will need to replace the strings. Also gives you a good opportunity to clean your guitar when changing strings.

[Tanmannnnnnnnnn1]

Awesome, I placed the order for the Epiphone Les Paul Special II (EBONY), can't wait , but also a bit scared since I have never played before...

[C.Linton]

What's the purpose for ch the strings?anging Sorry total newbie here haha.


And so I've decided to get the one I posted earlier in the thread but I'm debating between the color? Which do you think looks nicer, Vintage Starburst or Ebony (Black)?

http://zub-music.com/wp-content/uplo...GT-coulors.jpg

Because the older your strings, the more they get tarnished from buildup of the oils and acidic sweat from your finger making them sound duller and more likely to break from structural fatigue. the constant pulling and stretch9ing from just playing them doesn't help either. Depending on how much you play, you should change them out often, once a month at least.

[C.Linton]

Awesome, I placed the order for the Epiphone Les Paul Special II (EBONY), can't wait , but also a bit scared since I have never played before...

You should be OK. Epiphones are decent guitars for the price.

[brian-du]

Awesome, I placed the order for the Epiphone Les Paul Special II (EBONY), can't wait , but also a bit scared since I have never played before...

I wish i had friends like yours that would buy me a guitar!!!
Your fingers are going to be sore for the first week or so, but it will go away.
The only thing you need to be afraid of now, is GAS - Guitar acquisition syndrome - once you have a guitar, one is never enough

[Arenow]

Congrats on your choice, you've opted for a very nice beginner guitar. Put a name to it (or her), find a nice spot on your room for it to rest, find some time on your schedule to share with it. It looks like you fell in love with it at first sight - that's good, it will make the rough times easier. When you deal with that F chord or the bendings leave a mark on your ringfinger, keep remembering how much you love that guitar.

Remember, practice makes perfect. And keep us updated with how you're doing!