This is our recommended starter pack for electric guitar. Of all the budget packages out there, I find these the best for overall value. They are built to a good standard, with a nice lightweight body for comfort, and a surprisingly playable neck. This is important, as the easier they are to play, the better and quicker the learner will come on. With this in mind, we spend a little time with each one, just to make sure they're playing OK. This is time well spent. Complete with the package is a compact 10 Watt practise amp - small enough for comfort, big enough to hear. This is a reasonable amp with a decent tone. We replace the lead that comes with the package for a decent one - that actually works - and there is a strap and a plectrum too. We also include a free electronic tuner (if you're not in tune, you'll never learn) and a DVD to get you started. Because I buy silly quantities I have kept the price for all this to just :

£99

This is a great way to start playing bass. The Encore basses are well made, not too bulky and reasonably lightweight. This makes them manageable for youngsters, with a decent enough sound for older beginners. The package includes a 10 watt practise amp, a bag and strap, a decent lead (we throw away the one it comes with - they're THAT good) and a free tuner and DVD. Everything to start at a price of just:

£129

This is a good way to learn bass - the book is clear and comprehensive, good for all ages. It comes complete with a CD - very useful for timing and currently a free DVD. All for just:

£12.95

This is a version of the electric starter pack for slightly younger children. Most electric starters are small and light enough for even 10 year olds, but some with a smaller build - and 8-10 year olds - find a smaller body more comfortable.

£99

This is a version of the starter pack for younger children - probably from as young as six - or those with a smaller build. All Encore's electrics have similar build quality and come with the same accessories.

£99

This is an ideal book for the younger beginner, well laid out and colourful, with a good range of music to learn from. Complete with a CD and currently a free DVD at only:£8.95

We have a range of Nilam Accessory Packs for guitars - excellent value and packaged for use - no waste here. This Capo&Picks pack is just :

£9.99

This is a nice package for older beginners, or those who would like a slightly better sounding set up. The Lag guitars are lovely quality, very easy to play with great balance. There is a variety of colours, and the guitar includes a bag and strap. The amp is a Squier practise 10 watt - nice sound, not too big. The whole package, including a lead and a free tuner is just :

£149

Guitar Packages.

Tel: 01432 278227 Email: sales@nilammusic.co.uk

Welcome to the guitar packages department. We have packages here for guitar and bass, for absolute beginners - young and older - and for more advanced learners. It is very important when you start to have a decent instrument that you are not fighting against - playing is hard enough as it is. The packages here are selected to give good value with playability, and we even do some work on the guitar actions (string height etc.) to make them play better than out of the box. I try to give an idea of what person they are aimed at age-wise, but this is just a guideline - music generally has few hard and fast rules. Always check out the Manager's Special section and the Stock Dungeon, there are often extra offers there too.