6 Tips on How to Buy a Used Guitar

Submitted By: I Henman

Buying a used guitar has many perks besides costing less. Used guitars have had a chance to age, the wood has dried out and the instruments sound has matured.
In this article I'm going to be talking about buying a used acoustic guitar, but many of these points are the same for a used electric guitar. After reading this you should be able to go into any used instrument shop and pick out the gems from the racks.
1 – How's it Look?
While looks aren't everything it's important that you like it. Also you'll want to spot any serious nicks, dings or cracks (See #5 below).
2 – How's it Sound?
Keep in mind the strings on this used guitar are likely quite old, so they're not going to chime out like a brand new set will. It could be worth buying a set to put on the instrument if you're really keen on buying it but just aren't sure if it's the old strings causing the sound to be a bit below par for your liking.
3 – Check the Neck
A neck reset is the most frequent maintenance item done to newly purchased used guitars. Look to see the neck is straight and not warped. Check the action of the strings, is it too high? Too low? Check to see that the neck has a truss rod to keep it straight and true.
4 – Check the Bridge
You should look at the bridge to see if it's pulling away from the body at the back. Often times this can be repaired, but too much tension can cause a serious repair.
5 – Cracks?
As mentioned in #1 above, bad cracks should probably be avoided but small ones can usually be repaired for under $100. Use your own judgement here, but if a guitar looks really beat up, it probably was, so unless this is a diamond in the rough pass on it.
6 – Push Test
Push on the top, not too hard but hard enough that you can feel any soft spots. Some times reinforcements inside let go. These can be repaired, but it's always good to know what you're getting into before you for over any money.
Where should you look for used guitars? Most cities have at least one used music and/or guitar store. This is a great place to start, although you'll probably pay more at a store like this. Some of the classified sites that are becoming more and more popular are also a great place to find instruments in great condition for a steal of a deal, just be sure to check an instrument over before making a deal.
If you take your time when shopping you can find a great deal on a used acoustic guitar, just be logical about it and try not to let any one thing such as a the look of the guitar make your decision for you.
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The Virgo Zodiac Sign

Submitted By: Frederick Gimino
In Astrology the sun sign Virgo is a zodiac sign that corresponds to people born between August 23 and September 22. The planet Mercury rules Virgos. Virgo is also one of the four mutable signs. Mutable signs tend to be very giving and very intelligent. Since Virgos are highly docile, they tend to be indecisive, frequently changing their minds at the drop of a hat. Virgos are also very transformable, quickly adapting to new surroundings. New environments are so exciting to Virgos that they immediately familiarize themselves with the present, and too often forget the past.
Virgo has the zodiac number five. The number five represents bravery, courage, spirit, creativity, and a desire to make the most out of life. When a Virgo's Numerological destiny number matches their zodiac number, it can signify a carefree journey through life. In order to find out if your journey will be comfortable you must first determine your Numerological destiny number.
To find your Numerological destiny number start with your month, day, and year of birth. Add all of these numbers together. If this answer is a double or triple digit number, simplify it by reducing it to a single digit number. To reduce two or three digit numbers just add each digit in the number together until you achieve a single digit number. This single digit number forms your life destiny number.
Virgo also corresponds to the element of Earth. Considered an Earth sign, Virgos are straight shooters, believing everything and everybody have a specific niche in life. Always questioning different facets of a situation, Virgos look for the most pragmatic solution to any problem. Philosophical and driven by conviction, Virgos will use all resources available to them when researching a resolution to any problem. As logical as they are intuitive, Virgos often over analyze problems. Obsessing over every minute detail of a problem but never getting to the solution.
Rather self-conscious, most Virgos are untrusting of others. Virgos also tend to hold their emotions inside and are afraid to show their feelings. Virgos tend to focus on their outward appearance and are highly critical of any noticed flaws. Rather judgmental in nature, Virgos are also highly analytical of any potential mates. Because they tend to be so severe upon themselves and others, many Virgos can come across as stoic and callous, and often they lead rather singular lives.
Virgos are also chronic worriers. When Virgos are in self-analytical overdrive, the constant focus on their flaws makes it seem as if they are in another universe. Virgos often self consumed tend to find fault in others. Often times they feel negative energy surrounding them because of this fact. Virgos in their self-deprecating mode often exist in states of panic. The anxiety and stress Virgos feel because of their constant personal nitpicking will negatively affect their health. Deterioration in health will then negatively affect a Virgo's self-perception.
It will seem at times, that a Virgo is caught in a downward spiral, created by their refusal to come out of their shell and really see what's before them when looking in a mirror. Despite some of these negative traits, Virgos make trustworthy, dependable, and faithful lovers. However, in order for this to happen the caterpillar-like Virgo needs to undergo a metamorphosis into a beautiful, radiant butterfly exuding confidence.

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