So with out further ado, here are some of the best brands for beginner electric guitar models, and the pros and cons for each of them!

#1. Fender. Everyone has heard this name before, sort of like the Beatles of the guitar world, the Fender is immensely popular and well known. And for good reason, the creamier than milk tone that this bad boy produces is enough to make angels weep! This is recommended for beginner to intermediate guitar players.

#2. Ibanez. This is a brand that is well known for both their electric basses and guitars. Started in 1978, this brand of guitar has been an industry leader since the era of the glam band. The outrageous power and beautiful tone this guitar puts out makes it a tasty choice for guitar players of all levels!

#3. Gibson. Popular for their acoustic guitars mostly, the Gibson also puts out a mean electric guitar. The Gibson Les Paul is one of the most popular beginner electric guitar brands of all time. It has also been played by rock stars, so don’t think that it’s just for novices! These may be a bit costly, but well worth the few extra bucks!

#4. Washburn. The Washburn is a little less known brand but not “washed up” by any means. It is known in inner guitar circles as having a great finger board and playability that makes it a rival for even the most popular brands! This may be a good choice, but there are probably better options out there!

#5. Yamaha. The Yamaha would probably be known as the old geezer of this group, the company was founded in the early 1800′s and has been running strong ever since. This brand is well known and loved by musicians all over the world. The playability is nice, and the action is just perfect for the starry-eyed newbie wanting to make waves in the rock world.

#6. Fender. The maker of the almighty Stratocaster, this is probably the guitar most people drool over and have visions of dancing through their heads when they are dreaming. It is the guitar that the bonafide rock legends use to mesmerize the masses and blast out ears with thunderous riffs that Zeus himself couldn’t even play! Needless to say, a solid choice!

A beginner electric guitar can be a great way to start becoming a serious musician. Every one has to start somewhere, so don’t fret if you are new, just learn to play that fret! We hope you enjoyed this post, good luck!

The guitar is thought of by many as the most rewarding, inexpensive (depending on the guitar you buy), and mobile instrument to learn. The fact that you are able to play your guitar just about anywhere is a great advantage.

Many popular guitarists have admitted that playing the guitar as well as they do has been a lifelong commitment, but probably one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. The guitar is almost like an extension of your body. Being able to express yourself through the music you make is just magical.

Below are some simple steps that will help you to play the guitar – fast, easy and efficiently.

Step one.
You must first decide on what type of guitar you want to play. There are two basic types of guitars. Acoustic and electric. Depending on the type of music you want to play will help you decide on the style of guitar. If you are into heavier music then the electric will probably suit your needs more, whereas if you are more into pop/softer rock, then the acoustic is a great choice. The acoustic is usually a more popular choice for beginners, although the electric is thought to be easier to play.

Step two.
Get yourself books and charts that will help you to learn your chords and notes. If you don’t have the means to go to a book or music store to buy these you can search around online. There are many sites on the internet that are great tools to help you learn to play the guitar. There are many resources that you can find with free information. Look for sites that have visual aids such as videos and pictures to help you. Being able to see where your fingers are supposed to be as opposed to looking at a drawing may be more helpful to some people.

Step three.
Learn how to play the basic chords. Once you are happy that you know the basics, move on to the more difficult chords. Don’t push yourself too far too fast. Have a goal in mind, but if you don’t reach that goal it’s OK. Set yourself a new one. Make sure you can play the basic chords with your eyes closed. It’s very important to be comfortable with the note. The more comfortable you are, the easier your chords will flow together.
At first you may have a lot of pain in your fingers. This is normal. Nothing comes without a price to pay right? But once you play for longer, eventually they tips of your fingers will form calluses and you will be able to play your chords without any pain.

Step four.
Keep practicing. If you can bring your guitar to work and practice on your breaks, do so. If you are watching TV, have your guitar in your hand and practice your finger placements. Just keep going. Every day, make time to play. Remember it is supposed to be fun, so have fun with it!

First of all understanding the role of a lead guitarist is a major key in actually becoming the lead. The lead guitarist is a major role in deciding songs the band will play. Along with the lead vocalist, the lead guitarist is also a huge role in the energy that is portrayed on stage. Being able to keep the attention of the crowd is very important.

Knowing what type of music you can play is important. If you are a blues type of player, then there is no point in trying out for a heavy metal band, and vice-versa. Feeling comfortable on stage and with the music you are playing is one of the main characteristics a lead guitarist needs.

Below are listed 5 key points that will help you on your way to becoming a lead guitarist:

1. Know what you want from you experience.
   Having a clear goal in mind of where you want to be is a great place to start. Knowing where you want your journey to take you is a great characteristic to have.
2. Have the right attitude.
   Knowing what you want and how you will get it is great, but keeping that positive attitude once you are on stage is another thing. Remember they are there to see you and the band. Don’t let the crowed take advantage of you and you will be great.
3. Practice.
   Just because you are in a band now, doesn’t mean you don’t have to practice. You will never know everything, so it can never hurt to keep learning new skills.
4. Skill.
   There are so many things that can make your performance on stage that much more amazing to watch. Think of all the stand out lead guitarists. Do they just stand on stage and strum their guitar? They are up there giving the crowed a great show each and every time. That’s what will make you stand out from the rest!
5. Respect and discipline.
   When you decide to join a band, you have to remember there are usually 3 or 4 (and sometimes even more) other members of that band. You have to learn how to respect the decisions and opinions of others in the band. Working with others can sometimes be a challenge. Find people you are comfortable working with.

So as you can see there are many characteristics a lead guitarist needs in order to be a successful player. But the success does not lie only in the lead guitarist. No matter how good you are, if you are in a band that has no chemistry together, then no one will want to come listen to you. Take your time and find the right group of people to play with. You may end up joining a few different bands before you find the one you are happy in, but its great practice and will pay off in the end!

Being left handed does not mean you will not be as good as a right handed player. Yes, you will have more decisions and challenges when it comes to learning, but there are many, many famous musicians that have played left handed such as Curt Cobain, Paul McCartney and Jimi Hendrix to name just a few. Just imagine the great music the world would have missed out on if these musicians had given up because they are/were left handed!

Learn to Play Guitar: Helpful Tips for Left-handers. Below here are some outlined tips that can help you begin.

• The very first decision you will have to make is exactly what style of guitar you want to learn on. There are basically two different styles of guitar to choose from. Acoustic or electric. Once you have decided this, you will then be faced with the decision of how you want to learn. For a left handed player there are a couple of different options.

The first is to purchase a left handed guitar. These are specifically designed for lefties.

The next option is to buy a right handed guitar and re-string it to be left handed. This option is OK but can cause a couple of problems to arise, such as volume knobs on the top of the body and not being able to restring it without having to move the keys on the head of the guitar.

The last option is to play the right handed guitar upside down. This is a good option if you are willing to really take the time to do it correctly You will have to reverse all the tabs and chords, but if you are willing to take the time to learn that way, it’s a great option.

• If you are planning on taking actual lessons from an instructor, you may want to search around to see if there are any left handed instructors in your area. Learning to play left handed while watching a right handed player can be very difficult for some people.

• When buying your guitar, whichever style you choose, make sure you buy from someone that has a good reputation. Buying your first guitar online can be really tricky, especially for a left handed player, so you may want to find a music store in your area. That way you can actually sit down and try out the guitar before you buy it.

• Have confidence in yourself. Make sure you don’t get frustrated and give up on yourself easily. Remember you are just beginning and you will be able to play as well as you want to, if you give yourself time to learn. Set time aside each week to practice. Be religious about it. Having discipline will get you to your end goal quicker.

So you see, there are many things to keep in mind when you are learning to play the guitar left handed. Find someone that you can play to so they can see your progress. If you have someone that knows how to play the guitar weather they are left handed or right, you may benefit from playing to them. Having an experienced player listening to you play can help you as they can tell you if the chords are in key and help you with strumming patterns.

I’m not saying it’s going to be a walk in the park for you (although for some musically gifted people, playing the guitar comes very naturally), but it is definitely not impossible. Being a left handed guitarist you will have a few more decisions to make than a right handed guitarist. But don’t get discouraged. Jimi Hendrix, Curt Cobain, Paul McCartney and many more phenomenal players were all left handed!

If you are just starting out learning the guitar then you should be aware of the options available to you as a left handed guitarist. You can buy a guitar that is made for left handed player. You can play a right handed guitar and restring it so you can play left handed, or another option is to leave the guitar strung for a right handed player and play it upside down! If you decide to play an electric guitar, flipping your guitar and playing upside down may not be the best option. The volume knobs on an electric would then be at the top of the body and you may accidentally hit them or turn them while you are playing.

If you decide to restring a right handed guitar just know that there are some complications that might arise from doing so. The right handed guitar is obviously made that way for a reason. The keys at the top of the guitar (depending on the make of guitar) may not fit the thicker strings through the smaller keys. Also the bridge on some guitars is made to slant so may cause your sound to not be quite what it should be.

Make sure that when you go to purchase your guitar you know exactly what you are going to get, whether it be a left handed guitar, or a restrung right handed, or just a regular right handed if you feel you can play it upside down. Ask the employees in the store for help in which will be the best option for you.

Once you have your guitar of choice you must then practice the basic chords and strumming technique. Get yourself some books or go online and find informational sites that will help you to learn your chords. You can search specifically for sites that are for left handed players. This will help you if there are visual aids such as pictures, diagrams and videos. Being able to see how a left handed player places their fingers and changes chords will be a great benefit.

Just remember you are not the first person that wanted to learn guitar that is left handed. Research online the famous people mentioned before and read their stories. Get yourself inspired and motivated to do it too. It’s not easy for anyone, left or right handed, but if you have the determination and motivation to want to learn to play you can do it. Keep practicing and you will go far!

Along with the self-satisfaction of learning to play the guitar, some of the advantages of learning to master a guitar are as follows:

1. When it comes down to the actual physical side of your playing it’s not only your fingers and hands that are working. Mastering the guitar requires hand, eye and brain coordination. While you are playing your guitar, your brain is learning the placement of your fingers for each note, and the more you play, the easier your brain can remember those positions.

2. Self-gratification is a major advantage of learning to master a guitar. Knowing that you are capable of such a great skill is a magnificent self-esteem boost. Once you have this skill and have mastered it to the best of your ability, you will feel nothing but pride, and want to share your new talent with your friend, family and anyone else who you can convince to listen to you.

3. Being the master of any instrument is something to be proud of, but the advantage of the guitar is that this is an instrument that you can bring with you anywhere you go. It’s not quite so easy to bring along your drum set to the campfire parties!

4. Once you have mastered the guitar you will find that it is an instrument that you can actually make money from. Weather it be by joining a band that can get regular gigs around your area, or if you prefer to be a solo artist, many great musicians have made money playing on the streets. There are many options with this “portable” instrument.

5. You will be the life of the party. What better way to entertain your guests than to have a musically talented friend bring over their guitar and play a few tunes. If you are lacking in other areas of your life, you can make up for them once you can play the guitar. Everyone loves a musician, especially one that is amazing at what they play.

Listed above are just a few of the advantages of mastering a guitar. There are so many more that the list would go on and on. Knowing that you are able to play such a beautiful instrument that will bring so much happiness to others when you play is a great feat. If you are still in the beginning stages of learning to play the guitar, keep your eye on the goal and keep moving forward. The saying couldn’t be truer when it comes to playing the guitar “practice makes perfect”. That’s the only way you will be able to be as good as you aspire to be.

If you are into heavier music then the electric is probably a good guitar for you. If you love to feel the beat of the music pounding your chest, then maybe the bass guitar is a good option for you.

Once you make your decision you will be very happy, but for almost all beginners, the choices are almost overwhelming. A beginners pick is the stepping stone for their musical journey. Here are some pointers to help you in your quest of choosing the best guitar for learning.

1. How do you feel when you are listening to your favorite band? This is how you should feel when you are playing your guitar. The music that influences you is going to be the foundation of which guitar you choose.

2. Before you go looking for your dream guitar, have a budget. You don’t want to go to the music store and find the guitar of your dreams, only to find it has the price tag of your worst nightmares. There are so many different models out there that I have no doubt you will find something you love within your budget. In the case that you come across a guitar that you can’t pass up, ask the store if they have “in-store” credit programs. Some music stores have their own credit solutions for those that cannot pay for the guitar outright. These stores will provide you with a monthly payment plan that you can afford, allowing you to get your dream guitar.

3. Next step is deciding on the features you want your guitar to have. Do you want your guitar to be electric or acoustic? The best thing to do is to weigh the pros and cons for each choice.
Electric and Acoustic pros and cons:

• Most think that the electric guitar is much easier to learn on.
• You can play the acoustic guitar anywhere. All you need is your guitar.
• Acoustic guitars are usually cheaper.
• You will need to purchase an amp and chords if you decide on an electric guitar.
• Electric guitars are a lot harder to manipulate.

These are just a few of the pros and cons that may help you to decide whether to go with electric or bass.

4. Lastly, try to find someone to go with you to pick out your guitar. A beginners pick is not always the best. Usually the excitement and anxiety of getting your first guitar over-rides your common sense. Having someone there with you (preferably someone that knows a little about playing) will be a great benefit to you.

Guitar teachers, although very effective and a great way to learn how to play, can
be very expensive and time consuming. Trying to find time in your busy schedule to
go to guitar lessons can be impossible. But you don’t have to worry about that if
you learn guitar online. You can fit your lessons in whenever YOU have time.

It may take you a little “Surfing the net” to find a site that you want to use to
learn guitar. But the great thing about it is if you search hard enough you can
come across online guitar lessons that are very inexpensive, and sometimes free.

The great thing about online lessons is you can go at your own pace. If you are a
slow learner, you don’t have to worry about paying hourly for lessons. This can be
frustrating along with expensive. With online lessons, you don’t have to worry
about that. The resources are there when you want them, and don’t have to be
squeezed into an hour lesson. If you want to learn for 2 hours or only a half
hour, that’s your call.

When using online lessons, there are many resources available to help you. There
are images, videos tutorials, audio tutorials and many other tools for you to use.
The great thing is that the resources are available to you at the click of a
button. And you can learn as quickly or slowly as you wish.

Whether you are looking to play to your family members or want to be on the big
stage in front of millions, once you begin to learn guitar online, you will have a
great start. There are so many options for you to choose from, that there has to be
one out there that can suit you needs and style.

A great technique that is taught to many beginners when they want to learn guitar
online is to listen first and play later. Knowing the songs ins and outs before
you try to play it is a great tool. Online lessons provide you with the
instructions that will help you master this skill.

For most beginners, you already have 3 skills you were born with that will make
learning online much easier; Sight, Hearing and Touch. Being able to visualize
what you need to play is a great benefit and there are so many images available.
Hearing what your guitar should sound like is also a huge benefit. The video and
audio sounds are a great tool for this. And of course, touch is used when actually
playing your guitar. Feel the positions of your fingers, and knowing your guitar!

In conclusion, if you want to learn guitar and don’t want to pay the expensive costs
of a private tutor, learn guitar online – Its the easiest way. Don’t waste anymore
time. Get searching online sites. Look for tutorials that have had positive
comments from previous users. Practice often, stay positive. Play to family
members and friends. Even the simplest songs will impress them, and this will also
show them just how far you have come!

Before we start, you need to have an acoustic guitar. If you don’t have your own, ask people you know if they have one you can borrow for a while. You may also use a pick, but if you don’t have one you can strum with your fingers. Using a pick is not as rough on your fingers, so might help you to be able to practice for longer if you use one.

The first step when learning to play an acoustic guitar is to make sure it is tuned correctly. If you don’t know how to tune your guitar either find someone who can, or you can purchase tuners at a music store.

Next is finding a resource that is suitable for you to teach you. There are various ways to learn how to play an acoustic guitar and finding the right method to teach you is key. You can get private lessons, ask a friend or relative that knows how to play to teach you, get books or go online. Learning online is an endless fountain of knowledge. You can get free information, or paid depending on what you are looking for. There are ebooks, tutorials, videos and many more ways online that can help you.

Now you must find a place you are comfortable in to play. Weather you are sitting or standing, your guitar must be supported. If you are sitting you can support it on your leg and if you are standing, you will need a strap to hold it up. For right handed players, you will need to place your left hand on the neck of the guitar over the frets, and your right hand will be on the strings over the sound hole.

Along with your hands, your ears are an important part of your body when it comes to playing the acoustic guitar. Listening to the music your guitar creates helps you not only keep in time, but also lets you know if you are in tune. It’s also important to use your eyes to be able to see where you are placing your fingers and read the chords, but for the blind they don’t have that option, yet many blind people can play the guitar beautifully. And you know why? Because they use their ears! I can’t stress how important it is to listen to the music you are playing.

The beautiful thing about the acoustic guitar is that it doesn’t need and amplifier to be heard. It is a whole instrument in itself. All it needs is someone to play it!

If you feel like you are getting nowhere with your guitar learning, start over. Go back to the basics. Memorize the basic chords until you know them with your eyes closed. There are a few chords that are used as building blocks for many songs and they are C, A, G, E, and D. You can find out how to play these notes free online if you don’t already know them.

And lastly, after considering all the various ways to learn how to play an acoustic guitar, keep on practicing. You have come this far. Don’t give up now. Everyone had to start somewhere. Just think you can only get better from here. But the main thing is to have fun while you’re learning!

First, you must not be intimidated by the thought of playing the electric guitar. It is a good idea to take the time and learn all that you can about the guitar and its fret board. To aide you with this task you can buy a diagram of the notes and strings on a guitar. Having this on the wall while you are practicing will help you tremendously.

Learning the positioning of the notes on the fret board is key, and this is accomplished by practice, practice, practice. Don’t expect this to come over night. And don’t spend hours a day studying this. Instead spend approximately 10 minutes per day on this task. Success for most beginners is gained from the knowledge of the notes and fret board.

Another major factor in learning to play the electric guitar is using your ears. You must listen to the pitch and tone of the notes you are playing. This requires much concentration, and is a very important part of learning. First play the note on your electric guitar, then sing the note in the same key you just played. Repeat this several times with different notes. Once this is easy for you, do it in reverse. Sing a note, then play it on the guitar. Hearing if the note you sang, and the note you played are the same is where ear training comes in. Practicing this for about 10 minutes a day will help immensely.

And lastly, do some chromatic guitar exercises and scales. These will help you develop muscle memory and help your fingers move more cleanly across the strings, developing a cleaner sound. Start off with simple ones and as you feel more confident, move on to harder ones.

These are three major components that will assist you when you begin your lessons. If you practice these three tips before you begin with actual guitar lessons, your journey will be much simpler.

Patience is a major factor in learning the electric guitar. If you can devote 30 minutes a day to practicing these techniques, you will go very far, very quickly. An essential part of the learning process is to make sure you are having fun. If it’s not fun, then you won’t learn. It will feel too much like work and not play!

You will have to dedicate a lot of your time practicing these skills I have mentioned if you want to be able to play “like the pro’s”, but believe me it will be worth it in the end. Just think how you will feel when you “WOW” your family and friends the first time you play your favorite song for them on the guitar!