For beginners looking for a no-frills, good sounding guitar, the LTD EC-10 is the way to go. Tune-o-matic bridge and tailpiece for easy string changes and tuning stability; so you can focus more on playing and getting good enough to conquer the world. A slim and comfortable maple neck so you don't have to struggle even until the 24th fret. Comes with a gig bag so you can take your new axe to lessons and jam sessions.