The Famous Mactan Guitar

In the past, one of Filipino courtship traditions was the harana where the guy sings a song to the girl he likes accompanied by a guitar. But today, with modern technology, many guys consider the harana old fashioned and passe. They now uses cellphones or the Internet to court the girls. But there are some who still uses guitars not just for courtship but also for self-expression and art.

Cebu guitars are reputedly world class. And the place where you can find the best but affordable guitars is in Mactan. Musicians like Freddie Aguilar of Anak and Magdalena fame uses a Mactan guitar.  

Mactan is in Cebu. It is famous for its beautiful beach resorts and guitars. People buy guitars for many reasons. Some go for style or body finishing, others go for the guitar color and sound. Mactan guitars are usually made of lawaan wood, kamagong or calantas.

One of the tourist attractions in Mactan are the guitar factories. Mactan guitars can be customized. They are known for their durability, quality, design and sound.

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