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Steel string vs nylon string acoustic

by Ken
(Brandon, Fl)

I own a martin steel string guitar, but am interested in playing classical music. Do you think it would be ok to learn classical with my instrument or do you think I should invest in a new guitar beforehand?

Hi Ken,

You could, of course, learn the music on your Martin but if it were me, I'd definitely want to play on a classical.

The nylon strings are "kinder" to your fingers and it's easier to play that type of music with nylon strings.

As I'm sure you're aware, the steel strings lend themselves to more strumming and working with other instruments in a band situation as the sound "cuts through" other instruments with it's tambour and volume.

A classical is purpose built for a differnet type of music than the Martin altogether in my opinion.

Hope this is of help.

Kind regards,
Trevor M.