Guitar - Electric or Acoustic?

In choosing the type of guitar you want to play think about what inspired you in the first place, was it
crushing power chords of AC/DC or the light acoustics of Jewel? What style of music are you interested in? You don't have to spend a fortune on your first guitar, you can find some good deals on craigslist or ebay for used guitars. Or go to you local music so you can talk to a musician and get some help on choosing your first 6-string. There are also beginner packs at the online guitar stores. You'll also need a shoulder strap to support the guitar. Don't get too caught up in having a fancy guitar and equipment until you can actually play.

Picks

Start with a medium thickness pick until you become more advance and know what you want in a pick. Get a package of pick and put them in a bowl in your practice room. Another great thing to have is a pick holder that you can mount directly on the guitar body. It hold a number of picks and is always only inches away from your hand.

Tuner

If your taking lessons online there is usually an online tuner that you can use. You should also purchase a small chromatic tuner that you can use anytime.

String Lube

Products like FingerEase will do wonders as it allows for smooth transitions between chords and reduces any soreness in your fingertips.

Notepad

Having a notepad handy is key so that you jot down any key points that you need to remember during your practice routine.

Getting off to a good start when learning how to play guitar is crucial. You don't have spend a lot to get the basics to make learning how to play as efficient as possible.

Todd Wales is a musician and guitar teacher. He has been traveling and playing gigs across the country. Start learning guitar with easy guitar songs with JamPlayGuitar.com - Free Online Guitar Lessons

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