I agree on having it checked out. Heck I bought my first guitar 140$ brand new and it was terrible. The damn thing wouldn't stay tuned for more than 2 minutes. And I'm not talking about the amp my friend gave me for free. I think he just wanted to get rid of it frankly...I know you're just starting but it would make the learning thing a bit more fun if you actually had something playable. Just a thought.

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