Thursday, June 7, 2012

Electric or Acoustic

Many players wonder whether they should start with an electric guitar or an acoustic guitar.  There is no right or wrong answer to this question.  The answer really depends on each individual, as to which option you want to take.  I would recommend that a beginner go with an acoustic guitar.  The reason for this is that it takes more strength to play an acoustic guitar.  This will help build up strength in your fretting hand.

An electric guitar is a little easier to play, so if you start with an acoustic first, it will be easy to switch from an acoustic guitar to an electric guitar.

If you start with an acoustic guitar, it will also require less equipment to start out. Other than a pick, unless of course you just use your fingers, an acoustic guitar requires no additional equipment.  If you go with an electric guitar first, you will need an amp and a guitar cord.  This will require a lot more money than if you had gone with an acoustic guitar.

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