It’s best to stick with getting a starter pack for beginners. I suggest Ibanez since it has good quality for a not so high price. Or you can just buy an Ibanez acoustic electric for around $200 I heard it’s good for beginners.

if you get a Martin or Washburn, your golden
They make amazing acousics

Id say its easier to learn on electric though, because the action(how close the strings are to the neck) is normally lower, making it easier, if its to high off the neck, its extremely hard.

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People say that you should learn on an acoustic (even though its harder to play) because it will make you a better player if you decide to switch to electric (your fingers will already be strong and wont need to work hard).

As for guitars, I agree that martins and washburns are good. gibson would be a good choice too, I have a 39 year old gibson here beside me that still plays nicely