It is not uncommon for people to want to take up the guitar, but many are unsure where they should start. The best way to learn how to play the guitar is by taking lessons from a teacher or an experienced player. However, if you can’t find someone who offers this service, then here are 4 things that you should know before buying your first instrument.
1. Pedals
There are different types of pedals you can use to change the sound, such as overdrive and reverb. So many guitarists these days will spend a lot of time experimenting with all sorts of effects that sometimes it’s nice just to hear what your guitar sounds like by itself. That way, when someone listens to your music they only focus on how good you play without other unnecessary distractions. Types of pedals include an overdrive pedal, a distortion pedal, a fuzz box, and an octave pedal. Learning to play the guitar is fun but if you want to learn how to do it properly make sure that you get good equipment from a good store in your area. Having all these pedals can be nice when trying out different sounds, but sometimes it’s also nice just knowing what your guitar would sound like without any effects at all! This way people listening will only focus on how well you play instead of other distractions.
2. Picking A Guitar
There are two types of guitars: Acoustic and Electric. A traditional acoustic guitar has steel strings that run over a wooden bridge, which is glued to the body of the instrument through bracing (light strips on either side of the soundboard). The wood used for this purpose must be strong but flexible enough to vibrate strongly with the metal strings; spruce or cedarwood is often chosen because it can provide both strength and stiffness in one material. To pick out single notes from an acoustic guitar, you will need pretty good fingerpicking skills. However, if your goal is strumming chords then you should look at an electric guitar as they have smaller necks making chord changes. If you want something more simple that you can play then a classical guitar is great for beginners.
An electric guitar has electromagnets, which create vibrations of different frequencies when an electrical current passes through them. The vibration carries the sound to headphones or speakers as well as to your ears so it doesn’t matter where you are playing. One good thing about this type of instrument is their necks have more space making chord changes easier and they tend to be lighter than those used in acoustic guitars so they’re ideal for beginner players who might struggle with heavier models. There are several styles available including solid bodies, hollow bodies, and semi-hollow bodies which all produce different sounds depending on their shape and design details such as bridge position, etc… Electric Guitars also come in different sizes such as Junior (smaller than a full size), Concert (Medium), and Full Size.
3. Strings and Picks
When it comes to strings, most guitarists have a strong preference for one type of string over the others. Some prefer round-wounds because they feel their tone is “fatter”, while some other people may prefer flat-wounds as they are easier on your fingers and don’t cause any finger noise. As a beginner, you can use whatever you want but we do recommend starting with round-wound since those will be easiest to learn on especially if you find them more comfortable than flatted-strings.
Picks on the other hand can be a bit tricky and there’s no “one size fits all” kind of pick. While most people use thin picks, some prefer fatter ones to get more volume out of their guitar while others may find them too uncomfortable for fast playing techniques such as alternate picking. The best thing you should do is try different picks yourself and see if they fit your preferences but it’s also important to remember that not everyone likes using the same type of pick as you might like so don’t force anyone into using one specific brand or model unless it suits his/her needs.
4. Buyer Beware
In the end, it is up to you to make a decision on which guitar will best suit your needs. There are many things that you should consider when deciding what type of guitar is right for you. Is there one particular style or brand that interests you? Do some research online and see if anyone has posted any videos with their very own personal experience using this specific instrument. Make sure to read different reviews about various guitars so you can get an idea of how long they last and whether or not people have had issues with certain parts breaking easily. You may even want to consult somebody who knows more than just a bit about these types of instruments to get feedback from someone else before making such a big purchase! In addition, think carefully about where you will be playing this guitar. If it is your first time learning how to play, then chances are that you may want to use the instrument in a quiet environment without any distractions around. Keep all of these things in mind when making an informed decision about which one would best suit your needs!
You don’t have to be a professional, but you should know the basics. This is especially true if you want to play songs with other people or for a group of friends outside your house. Nobody wants their bandmates trying out new techniques on them during practice!
