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Shyv
13
Nov 7, 2017
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So this is going to be my first guitar. I picked up an amp, picks, strap, and cable. Is there anything else I need to get started?
sh06un
22
Nov 13, 2017
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ShyvMight seem really obvious, but it would be a good idea to get something to try playing. If you're not going to get into lessons straight away, or at all, then pick up a beginner guitar book with some tabs. Also look online for tabs to some songs that might sound somewhat easy to you. Without anything to play, the guitar itself might be a bit much to look at. Knowing where to start is key. Not knowing what you're doing might deter you from playing. Simple chords are always good to start out with, also.
I would recommend lessons though, because more often than not people get themselves into bad playing habits very easily and it's not so easy to break them. At the very least, try to look up what is 'good technique' and try to base your playing around that whilst keeping to something that feels comfortable. It's not all going to work for you, but there will be some things that will just click in your head as to why they're 'good technique'. Off the top of my head a few might be: how to properly hold a pick, keeping good posture, and how to hold the neck properly.
Also, know that you're not going to be able to play everything first try. This really does take a lot of practice to master. I can definitely say that I haven't mastered it, and I've been playing (on and off) for around 9 years. Don't be discouraged by this! All the best guitar players started out at the same level just as we did. Keep focused and you'll get there.
Anyway, that's just a few things that I try to focus on when I am playing. I hope that helps you at least a little bit. Good luck starting out :)
I would recommend lessons though, because more often than not people get themselves into bad playing habits very easily and it's not so easy to break them. At the very least, try to look up what is 'good technique' and try to base your playing around that whilst keeping to something that feels comfortable. It's not all going to work for you, but there will be some things that will just click in your head as to why they're 'good technique'. Off the top of my head a few might be: how to properly hold a pick, keeping good posture, and how to hold the neck properly.
Also, know that you're not going to be able to play everything first try. This really does take a lot of practice to master. I can definitely say that I haven't mastered it, and I've been playing (on and off) for around 9 years. Don't be discouraged by this! All the best guitar players started out at the same level just as we did. Keep focused and you'll get there.
Anyway, that's just a few things that I try to focus on when I am playing. I hope that helps you at least a little bit. Good luck starting out :)
BlueCrowned
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Nov 27, 2017
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sh06unDefinitely lessons. I took bass lessons as a kid and it was pretty fun. Hell if I can remember how to play now though. You really have to keep up on it.
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