Hey my name is Ryan and i was building my first guitar. I'll probably make a second one once i get it down, but i was wondering whats the cheapest wood would be but yet still strong enought it wouldn't break when strings are put on it (it's going to be a straight through). I want to paint it a solid color so I'm not worrying about how it looks. if anyone can give me any help that would be great. ROCK ON!!