Analyzing Websites

Analyzing two consumer-oriented websites:
I chose to do websites selling Ukuleles, since that is something I am actually interested in buying with my next paycheck. Or maybe the one after that... (or the next).

Guitarcenter.com
- Can narrow your search down to specific brands, condition, and price range.
- Doesn't show many details until you click on that product
Once you view the Ukulele:
- Gives specifications in an at-a-glance format
- Has an area for you to read customer reviews

Kalabrand.com
- It groups products into types. You can look at only wooden, only some with designs, or only colorful ones. If you are looking for a particular style this makes it much easier to find it.
- Gives price and product details right at the top of the page.
- Shows pictures of all the different styles
- Actually has a sound clip so you can hear the quality of the music yourself.

It's hard for me to decide which website is more useful, as they are fairly different in style and even purpose. Guitar center sells many brands and products, so if you already know what you want, you can find it very easily. Kalabrand is a specific brand, so they only sell their products. It seems to be more friendly to the non-experienced buyer. I have to say the sound clips of the instrument are the most effective element.