For years, I’ll admit, Daisy Rock Guitars were a bit of a joke in my mind. Guitars shaped like flowers or hearts? Seriously? As a woman in the often male-dominated music world, I’d fought hard to be taken seriously as a guitarist. The last thing I thought I needed was a guitar marketed as a “girl’s” instrument.
My perspective started to shift in an unexpected place: the Food Network. Watching Duff Goldman, the charismatic baker from Charm City Cakes and “Ace of Cakes,” I was surprised to hear him enthusiastically talk about his love for Daisy Rock guitars while creating a guitar-shaped cake. He mentioned playing Daisy Rocks himself. A guy, a cool, tattooed guy, digging Daisy Rock? It prompted me to reconsider my snap judgments and actually investigate what Daisy Rock guitars were all about.
Digging deeper, I discovered the “girl’s guitar” label was more about ergonomics than anything else. Daisy Rock guitars are designed to be lighter and have a slimmer neck profile. This isn’t just for girls; it’s a fantastic feature for anyone who appreciates a comfortable playing experience, especially those with smaller hands or, like me, neck and arm issues. The lightweight design suddenly made a lot of sense from a practical standpoint. I started asking fellow musicians, male and female, about their experiences with Daisy Rock. To my surprise, several male guitarist friends confessed to owning, or at least wanting, a Daisy Rock. They raved about the comfort, the playability, and yes, even the unique look on stage – though maybe steering clear of the flower and heart shapes themselves!
Intrigued, I explored the different Daisy Rock models available. Then, I stumbled upon a list of seriously impressive musicians who have embraced Daisy Rock guitars:
- Joan Jett (Rock Legend)
- Dolly Parton (Country Music Icon)
- Robert Smith (The Cure – Goth Rock Pioneer)
- Tim Butler (The Psychedelic Furs – New Wave Innovator)
- Sylvain Sylvain (The New York Dolls – Punk Rock Icon)
- Chris Stein (Blondie – New Wave Groundbreaker)
This diverse roster of talent across genres really underscored that Daisy Rock guitars were more than just novelty instruments. These were guitars being used by professionals, on stage and in studios.
Armed with newfound curiosity, I headed to my local music store to try out a Daisy Rock. The Rock Candy Classic caught my eye. To my surprise, it wasn’t just visually appealing; it felt fantastic in my hands. The slimmer neck was incredibly comfortable, and the guitar sounded great when I plugged it in. Despite my positive experience, I still walked out with an Ibanez that day. However, the Daisy Rock experience lingered. Weeks later, I couldn’t shake the feeling, and I ended up ordering that Atomic Pink Rock Candy Classic online. So much for avoiding a “girl’s guitar”!
The only detail I wasn’t completely sold on were the star-shaped fret markers. But that was an easy fix. For under $10, I found cat and paw print decals that perfectly covered the stars. They’ve held up remarkably well, even with energetic playing. Now, my Daisy Rock, affectionately nicknamed “Lola” because she’s as striking as a showgirl, is my go-to guitar. It’s the most comfortable, best-sounding guitar I own, and definitely the only one I’ve ever named.
I’ve gone from Daisy Rock skeptic to Daisy Rock advocate. These guitars are not just for beginners or solely for women. They are well-designed, comfortable instruments that can hold their own on any stage. And I’m proud to say I own, and love, the prettiest one in my collection.
