Toy guitar sales have been on the increase over the last several due to the popularity of such video games as Guitar Hero and Rockband. Now with popular culture becoming more musical with shows such as American Idol and Disney’s High School Musical, more and more kids are asking for a guitar.
Many toy manufacturers have jumped on the bandwagon and are producing specific toy guitars at a reasonable cost. This is to the benefit of parents since many kids may ask for a new instrument, then after realizing it is too hard to play, put it in the closet to gather dust. Also keep in mind that a toy guitar can be much easier to play for a child than a normal one.
While shopping for a toy guitar, it can be a bit overwhelming. With so many choices, many parents can get easily frustrated. However, you must keep in mind that selecting the right guitar can make a big difference in the joy your child will get out of the instrument. You don’t want to buy a cheap, gaudy guitar that makes it too difficult for your child to hold, nor do you want to buy a premium guitar right off the bat either.
With all of this in mind, here are a few toy guitars you might want to consider for your child.
The Hasbro Power Tour Electric Guitar is one of the hottest sellers. By using touch sensors and lights, this guitar will teach your child how to play up to 12 programmed songs, including the catchy “Wild Thing”.
The “Fisher-Price I Can Play Guitar” set uses a similar color-coded method to help teach your child how to play. Simply pop the song and game cartridge in and your kid is ready to rock. Comes with a strap, one game cartridge, a strumming pick, and sticker pads to decorate the guitar.
If you are looking for something more realistic, then on the higher end we have Jay Turser’s shark guitar. It is designed for the small hands and fingers of a child, and has a sleek shark design. The painted design really makes this guitar stand out and is one that almost any child would find “cool”.
The Shark comes with a strap and gig bag. Also included is a battery-powered amp so the guitar can be played anywhere.
Remember to keep the age and experience of your child in mind when selecting a toy guitar. The last thing you want is for it to end up in the basement, never to be heard from again!