Depending on what type of tone you want, an acoustic guitar may or may not sound better than an electric guitar. Acoustic guitars are typically tuned to tighter strings (A=331 Hz), whereas most electric guitars are tuned to a higher frequency, such as A#=468 Hz. This allows for a flatter and brighter sound when played acoustically, but also enables the guitar to be played through amplifiers with greater ease. Additionally, due to their resonance and the way in which they're built, acoustic guitars will often hold their tune longer than an electric guitar.