Does the sound of guitar depend on the brand of the guitar?

The single most important factor in the sound of the guitar is not the guitar. It is the player. Finger placement, callus composition, sweat, technique, pressure, touch, picking attack, picking hand placement, muting technique... read more

No. It is not the brand which determines the sound, but rather shape, size, materials and method of construction. Proof of this is in the fact that a single brand may produce many types of guitars with very different characteristics. If brand determined the sound, this would not happen. read more

I am buying an electric guitar and i want to be able to play with a smoother style like John Mayer, not hardcore rock. Does the overall sound of an electric guitar come from the type of guitar itself, or effects of the amp and stuff. read more

Very nice sound for those who like to play hard rock or metal. It has got a very nice clean sound as well. Ibanez is the guitar I use mainly, and will keep using. Of course fender and gibson are the kings. But the ibanez guitars are not too expensive good for beginners and for the professionals! Great guitar brand. read more