Review topics: ["quality","size","strings","guitar","gift","value","sound","looks","accessories","box","craftsmanship","instrument","fit","play","feels","kids","set","lessons"].
Reviews
wonderful for beginner!
"purchased for a 6 year olds bday. was perfect for him"
— Jarrod S. (5/5)
I hope someone checks the replacement
"I sent this to my daughter for my granddaughter's birthday present and although the shipping box was intact the manufacturer's box was open and the guitar was completely broke! Horrible, disappointing and embarrassing See picture"
— Christen D. (2/5)
Great value!
"We bought for our kid. She loves it. Great value!"
— Kayla C. (5/5)
Beginner's Guitar for the Next Country Star
"This junior string guitar seems to be the ideal size for the beginner player who starts out when they are just a kid. My neighbor's kid just started trying to learn and he wants to be a country and western singer so when his birthday popped up, I got this for him. It comes with a case, strings, picks, strap, spare strings, a cleaning cloth, and a gift card. Two months of free online lessons with Fret Zealot. This particular one came with nylon strings but you can get steel strings as well. He told me it was so easy for him to use and his hands are still growing of course but for now, they are just slightly too small for it, and that concerned me but he said that just helps him learn how to adjust and as he gets older and larger, the fact that he practiced with smaller hands now makes it easier for him to adjust as he grows into his size and adjusts. He is a happy kid. The only thing I need now is for his parents to soundproof their garage and his bedroom lol."
— TAMMY M. (5/5)
Perfect gift
"Perfect size for my 7 and 8 years kids. The sound quality is excellent."
— Edward W. (5/5)
Great Starter Guitar for Beginners!
"I picked this up for my niece, who wanted to start learning guitar, and it turned out to be a fantastic choice. The 30-inch size is just right for kids or beginners who aren't quite ready for a full-sized instrument. It's lightweight, easy to hold, and comfortable to play, which makes a big difference when learning the basics. The guitar itself has a classic look with a smooth finish, and the craftsmanship is solid for a beginner instrument. The nylon strings are much gentler on the fingers than steel, so there's no frustration from sore fingertips early on. It even stays in tune surprisingly well after a bit of adjustment. The kit comes with everything needed to start playing—extra strings, picks, a cleaning cloth, and a gig bag for storage. It's nice not having to buy accessories separately, especially for a first-time player. For anyone looking for an affordable, beginner-friendly guitar, this one delivers. It's not a high-end instrument, but for learning, practicing, and getting comfortable with playing, it's a great buy."
— Staci P. (5/5)
Pyle guitar set is a good value!
"I recently purchased the Pyle 30"" Beginner Acoustic Guitar Kit for my 10-year-old, and I'm so impressed with the value it offers, especially for those just starting their guitar journey. This set truly has everything you need to get started, and I couldn't have asked for a better introduction to learning guitar. First off, the 30"" size is perfect for younger players. It's lightweight, easy to handle, and not overwhelming like some full-size guitars can be. The scale length of 19. 7"" is just right for smaller hands, making it comfortable for my child to play. Even as an adult beginner, I find it quite manageable and fun to practice on. The craftsmanship of this guitar really stands out for the price. It's clear that Pyle paid attention to the details—the linden wood body feels solid and durable, while the birch headstock and dyed maple fretboard add to its attractive finish."
— Jay L. (5/5)
Poor quality control, intonation and fret buzz issues
"Had a similar issue as another reviewer where the neck looked like it was already separating from the body when it arrived. Originally I thought it was just the edge of some adhesive that I was seeing which I guess should have been alarming enough, but now I think maybe it was a crack in the finish all along. I should have returned it when I had the chance. The high E string has some fret buzz at the second fret. Intonation was a little off, but I was expecting worse. G string sounds very dampened. Overall, I would not buy this guitar again given the quality of the one I received."
— Tamika B. (1/5)
Very well made child's musical instrument. Holds its tune, unlike other small beginner guitars.
"Very pleased with this guitar that is very well made. It includes the truss and truss adjustment that stabilizes the neck against the stretch of the guitar strings, so that it holds its tune. It is a musical instrument - not a frustrating toy for a beginning learner. The included tuner works for all of the notes. This was not so for a competitor we purchased and returned since it was poorly made and didn't hold a tune at all!) I ordered replacement strings from a music store, since another reviewer suggested that. But, so far we are happy with the strings that it came with. After buying the cheaper one, I delved further into research for a child's guitar and found this was recommended by a true guitar manufacturer. A big brand name was twice the cost or more, which wasn't reasonable for what may be a passing interest for our grandchild. It is not a small ""parlor"" guitar for an adult, but has the smaller neck and fret length for small child's hands. Very nice tone given the small size. We have not used the online lessons, since we will let our son set that up but that's a nice extra."
— RANEY B. (5/5)
Love it
"Great beginner guitar"
— Will S. (5/5)