Why have guitars become so expensive?

Each guitar is made to exacting specifications and the quality control process is strict. This is all a part of what you pay for when you buy a more expensive instrument. Where a guitar is made certainly has an effect on the quality of the instrument and thus the price.

What makes an expensive guitar expensive?

Expensive guitars are made with higher quality parts, better construction, and more skilled craftsmanship. Cheap guitars are mass produced in factories, typically with unskilled labor and lower quality control standards, and will have cheaper components that may inhibit the playability or the sound.

What is considered expensive for a guitar?

There are thousands of choices to choose from – many of which are played by some of your favorite rock stars. Guitars can be very expensive however depending on the brand and type….Most Expensive Electric Guitars.

Guitar Name	Guitar Center Price
Gibson ES-335 Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitar	$2,999

Why are some guitars more expensive than others?

There are three main factors that effect the relative cost of a guitar: the amount of hand work or skilled labour that is applied in the build process, the materials from which it is made, and the country it is made in.

Why are acoustic guitars more expensive than electric?

Good acoustic guitars cost more than entry-level acoustic guitars because of the materials aka tonewoods (and their superior acoustic properties) used in the construction of the guitar. If you’re interested in seeing some of the acoustic guitars we recommend click here.

Do expensive guitars sound better?

Do Expensive Guitars Sound Better? The answer is yes, expensive guitars will most likely always be of better quality than cheaper guitars. The detail in which the guitars are made, the type of materials used and how well the adjustments are made is what increases the quality of a guitar, therefore the price.