Compact And Lightweight Guitars

drumdynamo63

I'm facing a bit of a predicament with my health as I might need to undergo major neck surgery soon. Due to this, I'll be under a strict restriction not to lift anything haeveir than 8 pounds for at least a month afterward. This brings me to my current challenge: all my guitars weigh around 8 pounds or more, and I certainly don't want to give up playing during my recovery. I'm on the hunt for a guitar that's not only lighter—preferably under 7 pounds—but also affordable, considering my medical expenses are piling up. My budget is capped at $300, whether for a new or used instrument. Additionally, I'd love if the guitar could be equipped with P90 pickups, as I don't currently own any with those. Does anyone have suggestions for guitars that meet these criteria? Your recommendations would be greatly appreciated as music is my solace, and I wish to keep it close during my recovery.

tempotapper99

I'm sorry to hear about your upcoming surgery but glad you're planning to keep music a part of your recovery. For lightweight guitars, you might want to consider looking into travel guitars which often weigh significantly less than standard ones, although they typically come with different pickups. However, there are models like the Epiphone Les Paul SL which are just under your weight limit and can be found within your budget. They don't come with P90s, but for a bit more flexibility with funds, you might consider modifying it later when you're able. This could be a good compromise given your circumstances. Best of luck with your surgery and ecstatic playing!