short scale guitars

have you heard of them? short scale guitars. mostly made by fender. the typical fender has a scale length (bridge to nut) of 25.5 inches. Some models, like the Mustang, have 24 inch scale lengths. These were originally student models.

the advantage is that the fret distances are a little less, so there's less stretching and the playing can be easier. Also the string tension is less and it's easier to bend notes -- good in blues.

there are some downsides: lower string tension means a less clear, ringing sound. and they could get out of tune easier with the wrong strings.

just google 'short scale guitars" for further info.

anyway I"m interested in them if they are easier to play. currently I have my eye on the Squier Fender Duo-Sonic, a replica of a 50s student guitar. it's gotten pretty good reviews, and Squiers now seem to be better built than in the past.

even John Heussenstamm, the great guitar teacher, has a video where he plays and praises the duo sonic. how's that for an endorsement?

they cost about 350 bucks -- not bad at all! Made in China, but it seems there quality is pretty good. just google "squier duo sonic."

My next guitar? In a year or two???