If you are looking to purchase a USB guitar, then you should strongly consider purchasing a Behringer USB Guitar. If you don’t know what a USB guitar is, here is a brief definition: A USB guitar is a guitar, either electric or acoustic, that allows a musician to connect their guitar to their computer via a USB (Universal Serial Bus) port built in to the guitar. There are many benefits to owning a USB guitar, mainly the fact that it allows you to record songs on your computer on the fly. Another big plus is the fact that you do not need an amplifier to use a USB guitar, which saves money, space and allows other people in your vicinity to sleep while you are jamming out.
When it comes to USB guitars, Behringer has become the authority. You know what you are getting with a Behringer USB guitar because USB guitars are their specialty. While other guitar companies have begun to create their own lines of USB guitars, Behringer has been doing it the longest and to no one’s surprise, does it the best. It’s the same reason Lexus builds the best hybrid cars (according to the commercials at least).
There are currently four models of Behringer USB guitars. The standard model is the Behringer IAXE624. This guitar has a traditional black and white design and is very affordable at $119. If you are looking for a more stylish guitar, then you should take a look at the Behringer iAXE629 Metalian. This guitar is a double cutaway electric guitar with more of a rocker feel to it. This USB guitar is slightly pricier, but still a good deal at about $180. Since
Every Behringer USB guitar comes equipped with recording software with easy to follow instructions and does not require any additional purchases. The USB cable is included as well, along with a guitar strap and three picks. If you want to hook the guitar up to an amplifier, you have that option as well since it has a port to connect a guitar cable. The whole setup process takes about five minutes and all it involves is inserting the included cd into your computer.
You are most likely to find the best deal on a Behringer USB guitar directly fmor their website at http://behringer.com, however you may want to take a look at other stores, such as Sam Ash and Guitar Center to see what their prices are like. Big guitar stores like those often have special sales.
If you are a dinosaur when it comes to computers, then one question you may have is “how do I know if I have a USB drive on my computer?” Take comfort in knowing that the majority of computers built in the last 10 years have built-in USB drvies. All new models of PC’s and Mac’s have built in USB drives. If you have an older computer and still are not sure if you have a USB drive, consult your computer’s manufacturer.