There are several variations, but primarily three types of guitars to consider when starting guitar lessons: Classical Acoustic, Acoustic, and Electric.
Many beginners start guitar lessons with a classical acoustic or steel-string guitar. These are the most common types available for borrowing, and it’s less likely you’ll be loaned a more complex guitar.
Learning on these guitars is advantageous because electric guitars require additional equipment like cables, amps, speakers, and power, while acoustic guitars only need a pick.
Acoustic guitars can’t be turned up loud, which is appreciated by neighbors. As a beginner, it’s easier to practice with a guitar that isn’t too loud, just enough for you to hear your mistakes and improvements.
The type of guitar you choose depends on the music you want to play.
Select a song with a guitar sound you like. Listen to the guitar sounds exclusively. Are the notes clear and soft, or distorted and heavy? Generally, acoustic guitars are gentler and cleaner, while electric guitar sounds are harsher and heavier due to amplifiers and effects. Identify if individual notes are being picked or if the strings are being strummed hard. Knowing your preferred playing style helps determine the type of guitar and strings needed.
Once you’ve found a music style you like, watch the band’s music video and observe the guitarist. Are they playing an electric or acoustic guitar How to Buy a Guitar - The guitar is known for its dynamic and unique sound, making it a popular instrument in various genres of music. Whether you're a beginner or someone with a growing passion for guitar playing, here are some top tips for buying a guitar: Seek out advice. Start by seeking guidance from someone you know who has… ? What brand and style is it? If you can identify the exact guitar, visit a local guitar shop and try it out.
People play guitar and take lessons for various reasons. Knowing what you want from your guitar helps make decisions easier. To determine your preferences in guitar music, listen to and play different songs. Find your local guitar shop and ask the owner about the guitars used by your favorite bands and how they achieve their sound.
Take your time when choosing a guitar type. Consider what you’re listening to and what you’re learning about playing with your desired sound.
The best approach is to borrow a basic classical guitar from someone, take some online guitar lessons, explore the music you enjoy listening to and playing, and use that knowledge to find the guitar that suits you best.
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Trying to decide what type of guitar to learn on is an interesting debate.
Acoustic is definitely “easier” in the sense that, as mentioned in this post, all you need is the guitar and a pick (or even just your fingers!) They’re less forgiving than an electric, though, so the beginner may not sound that great at first. Plus the neck can sometimes be a little thicker, making it harder to work on that chord muscle memory.
An electric does require an amp, but can be a little easier to play with a thinner neck and less “action” on the strings.
Since the acoustic is a little “harder” to actually play, learning there makes switching over to an electric later on pretty easy.
Ultimately the answer is, start on whatever guitar you can get your hands on! It’s much better than never starting to learn at all.