Guitars · Beginner · 6 min read
Guitar Types Explained
Solid-body, hollow-body, acoustic and classical guitars each have a distinct feel and sound.
Simple answer
Solid-body electrics are versatile, hollow-bodies are warm, acoustics are loud on their own, and classicals use soft nylon strings.
Common options
- Solid-body electric
- Semi-hollow
- Hollow-body
- Acoustic
- Classical
Go deeper
Semi-hollow guitars sit between solid and hollow — some resonance with less feedback. Acoustic body shapes (dreadnought, concert, parlor) trade volume and bass for comfort.