5 REASONS WHY THIS GUITAR IS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR KID

Loog started as an academic project in 2010 when Rafael Atijas developed the concept as his Master’s thesis at New York University. The fact that The Loog Guitar was conceived in a university actually explains a lot about the company's culture: our main goal is not to make the most profit, but to offer a product that is unique and well-designed.

1. A Real Guitar Designed for Small Hands

Most guitars for kids are too big, poor quality, or sound terrible, making learning frustrating and leading to quick abandonment. Loog guitars are small, fun, and cute, but they're not toys. Made from real wood, they produce an incredible sound for their size and price, perfect for ages 3+.

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"It's the perfect size for little ones, my daughter loves it! Easy to play and she has taken to giving house concerts."

Linda M. | Verified Buyer

2. You Don’t Need to Know How to Play Guitar

We know that playing songs on guitar can be a daunting task for beginners. Loog solves this: our 3-string guitars reduce chords to the basic triad, allowing for an easier and faster learning process, making it perfect for ages 3+ (yup, that includes adults!).

Also, everything you learn on your 3-string guitar can be later applied on a 6-string guitar. It’s a seamless transition that allows kids to learn on a Loog, and then play any guitar.

"IF YOU’RE THINKING OF GETTING YOUR KIDS INTERESTED IN MUSIC, LOOG IS PERFECT." - WIRED

3. Kids Can Play a Song from Day One

Our Loog guitars come equipped with a BUNDLE of nuggets: our flashcards and app help our mini rockstars learn their chords -and songs- with the help of our Loog monsters. But yes, our app is the star of the show: it features video lessons, a tuner, and a digital songbook to put those chords into action by playing real songs from Taylor Swift, The Beatles and more.

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"Best guitar for your budding musician--thank you, Loog, for encouraging our future maestros (and encouraging our children to love music, just for fun)!"

Eleni W.  | Verified Buyer

4. All the Benefits of Learning Music in One Single Spot

Learning how to play an instrument has a lot of amazing effects on the growing minds of children, besides fostering a love for music. By learning how about music and how to play music, kids can:

  • Increase language and math skills.
  • Improve their memory, attention and concentration
  • Increase their hand-eye coordination
  • Discipline, that’ll be fundamental for when they grow up
  • Kids who actually learn a new skill are actually more confident.

5. It’s the Guitar that Musicians Get for Their Kids 

Loog guitars are perfect for kids to learn, but they are also really fun for adults to play!

Lots of artists such as Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones), Johnny Marr (The Smiths), Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), Alex Kapranos (Franz Ferdinand), Ashton Kutcher, Kevin Jonas (Jonas Brothers) and many more, already have a Loog at their homes! Some got them for their kids but some, we know, actually got them for themselves. Go figure!

Yup, that's Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones! 🤩

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✅ AS EASY AS 1-2-3: Our 3-string makes the learning process easier and less intimidating for kids.

✅ LEARN ON A LOOG, PLAY ANY GUITAR: Loog guitars use standard guitar strings and tuning.

✅ REAL WOOD. REAL GUITAR: it's a real guitar, made out of real wood, that projects a sweet, beautiful sound

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WHAT'S IN THE BOX

  • Guitar 🎸
  • Flashcards 🃏
  • Picks 💛
  • Download code for the Loog Guitar app 📱

WHY LOOG

We offer what we (and others) think is the best guitar for children. But it is true that there are many other options, some costing much less than a Loog. So why Loog? Most guitars for kids are simply cheap, small guitars. And because they have six strings anyway, the neck is still too wide for a child to play comfortably - let alone easily. Plus, cheap guitars tend to be cheaply made. It makes sense to avoid spending a fortune on a beginner's instrument, but by going with really bad quality, chances are your kid won’t feel engaged enough to play.

So what about ukuleles? Ukuleles are great - if what you want is a ukulele. The problem is that many people end up buying a ukulele because what they want is a small, portable, easy-to-play guitar. And if that’s what you want, we think a Loog is better suited for you.

Last but not least, when you get a Loog, you get more than just a guitar: you get an instrument bundled with a learning app, flashcards and video lessons. So when it comes down to value, Loog guitars are also a better option.

SPECS

  • Body: Basswood
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
    (Natural model: Rosewood)
  • Strings: Nylon
  • Number of Frets: 15
  • Scale: 15.6" (390.0mm)
  • Length: 22.2" (565.0mm)
  • Width: 6.9" (176.5mm)
  • Depth: 2.3" (58.5mm)
  • Weight: 0.9lbs (0.4kg)

FAQs

Can I play ANY song on a 3-string guitar?
Yes. In fact, a regular chord in a standard 6-string guitar is usually comprised of no more than 3 notes. Loog Guitars allow you to play real chords and any song. It will not sound as full as if it were played with a high-end, concert guitar, but because of that same reason it provides a more approachable experience; more suitable for kids and beginners. 

 

If I learn to play a Loog Guitar, can I then use those learnings to play a regular 6-string guitar?
Yes, playing a Loog is not entirely different from playing a traditional guitar, it is just simpler. Since we use the same first three strings -and tuning- of a six-string guitar, everything you learn on a Loog can later be applied on a standard guitar. The transition is natural and seamless. Likewise, you can buy books or go online to find the chords to your favorite songs, and use those same chord-tabs meant for six-string guitars to play on your Loog. You just need to pay attention to the finger-placement on the first three strings and simply ignore the other ones! 

 

What is the minimum age recommendation for Loog Guitars?
We recommend the Loog Mini for children 3 and up, the Loog Pro for kids 6 and up, and the Loog Pro VI for kids 9 and up. 

 

Is The Loog Guitar only for kids?
Absolutely not. We designed them for kids, but even the Loog Mini is certainly suitable for just anybody who likes to play guitar. We count parents, grandparents and even pro guitarists as some of our most loyal customers.

 

How do you tune a Loog Guitar?
Quick answer: GBE, from low to high.

Loog Guitars use the same first three strings -and tuning- of a six-string guitar. This is why everything you learn on a Loog can later be applied on a standard guitar.

Now, Loog Guitars are all about exploration, so you can also use other string-configurations and tuning if you want to: Open A, Open G… whatever works for you.

 

Do you offer a left-handed Loog?
Yes we do! We are so excited to present our very first Left-handed Loog. Check it out! 


Should a beginner start with the acoustic model first and only then move to an Electric Loog?
Not really. In fact, some argue that it’s easier to start with an electric guitar, because the strings are closer to the fretboard and that makes them more comfortable to play. We suggest going with whatever model you like best.

 

I am interested in purchasing the Loog for a school. Do you offer special pricing for institutions?
We actually do. Please visit our Educators page to learn more.