What is the difference between classical (nylon/plastic strings) and acoustic guitars(metal strings)?
I am a beginner and i want to play spanish and flamenco music. I have tried searching online but would prefer some advice before i buy the guitar.
I think Flamenco is traditionally played with a nylon stringed guitar. I find it is easier to make a splade, sweeping strum on nylon strings and they are easyier to learn to pick on — the strings on a classical guitar seem farther apart from each other than on a regular acoustic. Personally, I favor the classical because I like a “basser” sound when playing.
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