Beginner's Guide to Electric Guitar Gear (THE ESSENTIALS)

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[@ConorRocksYT]

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[@CH4RLI323]

This is probably the best beginner guitar video. Finally someone who doesnt trash talk cheaper guitars.

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you! 😊

[@Daniel-qr6yt]

no joke thats the best video I sea for the essentials to start.

[@ConorRocksYT]

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[@philiprakesh]

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[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you! 😄 glad I could help!

[@UpsideDownHandWrittenLetter]

I felt ignorant and dumb before watching this. I'm now more confident and excited to get my first electric guitar. Sick vid 🔥🔥🔥

[@ConorRocksYT]

We all start somewhere! Glad you're feeling more prepared - let me know what guitar you go for! 😄

[@DJC7970]

@@ConorRocksYT hey I have a question do I need prior experience playing guitars or can I just go in??

[@ConorRocksYT]

@@DJC7970 Good question! You can absolutely just jump straight in! 😊

[@Felix-d3y]

Thanks so much for this video, it helped me so much! Im a beginner guitarist who just started and no other video has gotten this nice and in depth explanation and has shown all the gear, so thank you so much.

[@ConorRocksYT]

You're welcome - I'm glad it helped! 😊 enjoy your guitar journey!!

[@sitthtooaungsitt416]

This guy helped me a lot. I really recommend to watch this guy's videos if you are a beginner.

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you! 😊

[@ConorRocksYT]

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[@Ron-tl3ht]

I Learned A LOT from just this video, Thanks Much from Texas!!

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thanks Ron, happy to help! 😊

[@LornaCabins]

Can't believe that happened to your friend's headstock! Damn! Helpful video, thank you.

[@ConorRocksYT]

It was unfortunate! His guitar (an Ovation acoustic with a bowl back) was leaned against a chair, it slid off and completely snapped off.

[@dataflowc]

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[@elqueso5312]

I'm gonna learn. Thanks for the tips!

[@ConorRocksYT]

Awesome! Good luck 😄

[@xlct00]

thankusomuch bro im planning to buy a e guitar

[@ConorRocksYT]

Nice, hope this video helps! 😊

[@Sacky333E]

Thank you so much for this, i have an acoustic guitar but i'm planning to go with a squier telecaster and didn't know all the things i need. Thanks man!

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome! Happy to help ☺️ I've always wanted to try a Tele!

[@shizofreninja]

The best tip is the right budget dividing. If you have 500$ DO NOT buy 400$ guitar and 100$ amp, even some 5000$ gibson would sound like bullshit when connected to cheap amp. You`d better buy some Harley Benton for 100 $ and big ass boss katana 50 or some else good amp and you will be pleased 100%

[@misox8]

I'm actually thinking about buying just the guitar 💀does it work? I'm sorry if I sound dumb

[@shizofreninja]

@@misox8 no, it doesn’t

[@thefrankstank3404]

​@@misox8an amp will give you the full potential but YOU CAN play without one!! if you get a guitar now and an amp in the next month you will be okay the strings still make sound !

[@dantemunozcladis9985]

​@@misox8 Strings will still make sound but with the amp you will really hear it

[@larryhagman3543]

@@misox8 You can buy a set of headphones and something like the Fender Mustang or Vox AMPlug3. These will let you play through headphones with effects and all sorts of things for very little cash. Great way to see how you go before laying down a lot of money.

[@tcplays4371]

thinking about starting electric guitar, thanks for the guide!

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome! I hope you enjoy it! 😊

[@tugboat8475]

Nice video. I wish I kept my guitar music classes up. I remember brought my first guitar when I was 21 years old and my guitar lesson was on a Thursday night. Thursday night was pub 8ball darts night jukebox etc. kept it up for 18months, I hated the theory side of it. I enjoyed the practical part. I started with a $500 amp guitar, guitar case, music stand books, etc. then about 9 months later, a local music shop had a PV head PV quad box with an Ibanez FX unit on the top and five-piece pedal then about 9 months later, a local music shop had a Peavey head Peavey quad box with an Ibanez FX unit on the top and five-piece pedal. I remember the day I picked it up in my Ford escort hanging out the trunk and on the backseat. Then it's stt in my dads shed for years, about 8 years ago. I sold the whole lot for $200.

[@stefanolujic9999]

I’m currently playing an acoustic guitar but wanna pick up an electric and thank youtube for showing me your video, it literally covers everything you need to know. As others in this comment section said, you are amazing man and deserve way more traffic on your channel. I’m contributing with a sub and a like. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you! I'm glad I could help 😊 good luck with moving to electric 🤘🎸

[@jessicacollie9579]

I've been wanting to pick up a second instrument (I played clarinet all through middle and high school) for a while now, and your video was extremely helpful! Have a sub!

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome! Best of luck with your guitar journey! 😄🎸

[@SquareSloth]

I ain't even a beginner but these vids r entertaining 🙏

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you! 😄

[@The--Ghostspider66]

This is my first video to start to learn about this I'll see if one day I'll come back to this video This was first video of my research So its special thank you for the great tips

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome! Good luck on your guitar journey!! 🤘😄

[@RirtyDascal]

I just ordered a PRS SE 24-08 and a Marshall DSL40CR, and now I’m searching for the other things I’ll need to get started.

[@ConorRocksYT]

That sounds like a great set up, I'd love a PRS one day! Enjoy your new gear! 😊

[@RirtyDascal]

@@ConorRocksYT thanks brotherman. Thanks for posting videos to helps newcomers to the art. I can't wait to play until my fingers bleed lol. I was a drummer, so I have a little musical talent to help, and the discipline to practice enough to "get good". Keep doing what you do brother. I'm sure I'm not the only one that appreciates it.

[@GabyPks]

a huuuugeee thank you!! so useful! Now I know exactly whats essential as I am about to embark on the guitar journey!! 🫶🏻💖🪬

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome, really glad I could help! 😊 Let me know how you get on! 😊

[@Instruments-im8hv]

Damn this guys deserves a lot than this, may god bless him ❤❤

[@brandonmenjivar6078]

This video was very helpful and very straight forward. Thank You!

[@_t0kki3._]

The moment this video started, i just automatically pressed the sub button. My guts knew you were a good one.

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's very kind, thank you 😊 hope I could help!

[@rrich2709]

Thanks for this boss!

[@ConorRocksYT]

Happy to help! 😊

[@Ron-tl3ht]

I'll be checking in for more!

[@user-mx3kv9bi2c]

this video was absolutely perfect thank you so much, I was considering buying a guitar over this summer but knew absolutely nothing so im grateful you made such an informative and concise video

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome, great to hear! 😊 Some of my best memories are practicing guitar over the summer, good luck! 😄

[@myctnd6226]

Thank you!!! Very informative and helpful!❤

[@larryhagman3543]

Everyone I come across with beginner electric guitar required equipment advice start with a fairly detailed description of the guitars without an broad overview of the components. It’s really important I think, before diving in, to know that it is the whole system that creates the sound and can be seen as part of the instrument in many ways. Understanding that the guitar is creating a signal (sound) that all the other components are then altering in some way before being amplified (made louder) is so important to understanding what’s going on. Then all the possible bits make sense. Seems obvious but is often jumped over and lost in the details of pickups and guitar types etc. Another thing that I was surprised by is that all your mistakes are also amplified and it sounds bad. Very bad. 😢 They never put that in the brochure.

[@Retired-sw5ye]

Connor, God Bless you Sir and a million thanks for all the valuable information, you have saved this beginner so much time and money, OBTW I just purchased a Vox AD15VT from a rep seller.

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you - that's great to hear! ☺️ and enjoy your amp! It's a really solid choice ☺️

[@joshtravis7428]

So I’m new to the idea of learning electric guitar (strat) and I’m inspired by the indie pop genre that provide dreamy chords. I’m just stuck on what all I need to start playing and to get those dreamy affects on there as I play ! Please let me know if you can, thank you !

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome! I'd suggest looking into the "chorus", which will give you the swirly sound that I think you're looking for! 😊 Set the "rate" setting to something low, add some reverb, and that'll give you a nice dreamy sound 😊let me know how you get on! Edit: Also, put your Strat's pickup selector to the neck position for an even creamier sound!

[@joshtravis7428]

@@ConorRocksYT thank you so much !!

[@colegeary502]

I still think it makes no sense to call the High-E the first string. Standing up straight its the string on the right and when the guitar is in position it is the bottom one. Either way it makes more sense to call it the last one since we read left to right and top to bottom Edit: and in terms of sheet music the low E is called E2 and the high E is called E4. And 2 comes before 4... so...

[@ConorRocksYT]

You and me both! But, that's what people called it 🤷‍♂️

[@colegeary502]

@@ConorRocksYT + when you talk about the strings you say EADGBE not EBGDAE. The only logic I've found is because they put them in order from thinnest to thickest.

[@bb_kat]

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[@shadoraeveon9312]

That was the exact amp I started out with about 10 years ago. Did everything I could’ve wanted it to but I had a weird volume fluctuating malfunction but my friend had a first gen peavey valveking 212 he gave to me for free bc he never learned how to play and forgot about it for so long he didn’t even know if it worked. Eventually saved up for a Randall Diavlo 45 because they were going for like 1/2 the price at the time and was the best quality amp I could’ve bought for $750 in the us (Marshall dsl 100s there go for about $1000, if you’re in Europe a Marshall is a good upgrade from practice amps for the price, I live in Germany temporarily and the price of European amps in the us is laughable in comparison)

[@danehoward1709]

Such a good video, thank you.

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Dude ily ur videos r so helpful

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thanks, I appreciate it! 😊

[@Chla-m5t]

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[@alilee6158]

Dude you’re a legend! My friend sent me your video cause she said you explained the basics really well and I cannot agree more, thank you sm! Will definitely use your tips when going guitar shopping later this week! ❤❤❤

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome, thank you (and your friend!) ☺️ good luck with your shopping, let me know how you get on!

[@krob777]

I enjoy almost all music, except for rap, reggae and Bluegrass! So what kind of guitar should I get?

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's quite a wide range of music left! I'd say maybe a guitar with a HSS setup could be good for flexibility? 😊 What sort of music do you want to play?

[@neelakshi6333]

why does my electric sound like an acoustic.. how do i fix it😭😭😭😭

[@ConorRocksYT]

It might be that your amp is on a clean setting. If it has a "drive" or "gain" setting, use that and turn the gain knob up. If your amp doesn't have one, you can buy a pedal like the Boss DS-1 to add some distortion 😊

[@neelakshi6333]

@@ConorRocksYT thank you sm!!!!

[@Aijahlyn]

@@ConorRocksYTwhen i use the gain i turned it to different setting even to 10 but it still sounds acoustic

[@PizzaSlices2000]

This is so helpful! I already watched this video like 4 times. I'm planning to buy a PRS SE Swamp Ash Special, is that good, or would you recommend any other guitar under 1000$/€? And for the amp, i wanna get the line 6 catalyst, but I'm still deciding if I want that or the boss katana

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's awesome, really glad I could help! That looks like a great guitar to me 😊 I'd always recommend checking out your local guitar store and playing as many different ones as you can to see what feels best for you. Same for the amps, but I have heard really good things about the Boss Katana!

[@PizzaSlices2000]

​@@ConorRocksYT little update, shifted to the Strat style guitars now, thinking about the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS. Still didn't buy one due to the lack of money lol. Since I do not live in the US, guitar shops don't really exist in a 20 km radius unfortunately. Still wondering about the amp. I am thinking about buying a practice amp/interface.

[@adamcrombie2165]

You are really amazing bro thanks for this appreciate lots

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thanks, glad I could help! 🙂

[@MrYORS_]

What do you think about a harley benton sc-custom iii active guitar for a beginner? it has active pickups which im a bit skeptical because everyone seems to hate batteries...

[@ConorRocksYT]

I've not used one to be honest, but I've heard HB's are fairly reliable! It looks like there are some similar guitars by ESP LTD in that price range that might be worth checking out (I think they have active pickups too!) I'm not a massive fan of active pickups only because I'm terrible with batteries!! If you get a couple of rechargeable batteries and swap them out often enough, then you'll be fine 😊

[@jjgalletta66]

Holy crap - this is the best damned beginner video I’ve ever seen (and, I’ve been looking a lot lately). 👏👏👏 Edit: I can already tell this is going to a fairly costly hobby.

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thanks Jeff! It can get quite pricey, but you can get a lot of really good gear second hand! 😊 (Most of my stuff is!)

[@kleetus88]

If you close your eyes and listen to Conor's voice, he sounds like Richmond from IT Crowd. not a bad thing at all. Maybe it is because they both have the same accent, not sure.

[@vishva_de_zoysa]

This is awesome 😎

[@SOMEONEEE-d1p]

Yo man, what do you think of the guitars from Yamaha? Are they worth the money and the hype? Thanks a lot, love yo vids!

[@SOMEONEEE-d1p]

Also, i was talking about the Yamaha RSS20 revstar, to be exact.

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you! Yamaha guitars are good - the entry level models are pretty robust from my experience 😊

[@SOMEONEEE-d1p]

@@ConorRocksYT aalllrriigghhttt, thank you so so much man! Love you and your vids, TAKE CARE!

[@gokelekan]

Lovely insight. Thank you. I am a beginner and planning to get this set "squier everything you need to play guitar". So do you advise this or can you recommend a complete second hand set around $400-$500 in total.

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thank you, I appreciate it 😊 the weakest part of that pack is the amplifier, which really isn't worth the money (it sounds really tinny and harsh). In your budget, you should be able to pickup a Fender Mustang amp - which is a decent enough beginner amp! As always, I'd recommend heading to a guitar store if you can to hear what you like! Good luck with the guitar journey! Let me know how you get on 😄

[@gokelekan]

@@ConorRocksYT Thank you for your response. I appreciate it

[@rexaa3264]

can I learn to play an electric guitar well even if I don't know how to play an acoustic one??

[@ConorRocksYT]

Absolutely!!! I learned on electric, and barely play any acoustic guitar 😊 while there's some skills that you can transfer between them (the fretboard layout, picking and such) they are two very different instruments! 😊

[@levikennington449]

What guitar do you recoomend, i wsnt a guitar that plays all those like covers u see on tiktok

[@arcelitex]

Thank you boss. I got my first guitar today. Let's see.

[@ConorRocksYT]

Awesome! Enjoy 😊

[@arcelitex]

@@ConorRocksYT Its really great! I finally got a tuner and tuned it and it sounds so good. I just seem to have a static in my amp but I guess its because I have bad earthing. It disappears when I touch the strings or put my hand on the metal part of amp

[@ConorRocksYT]

@@arcelitex That's great to hear! 😊 The earth problem can be fixed pretty easily if you're handy with a soldering iron - or your local guitar store should be able to sort it out for you!

[@arcelitex]

@@ConorRocksYT Thank you sir, the problem has fixed and now I am learning chords. Its a great experience! Also can I ask one thing, how can I connect my amp to computer. I want to see if I can use different effects. Rn my guitar sounds really clean and I dont mind it but I want to to try it with different sounds. My question would be silly but can I connect the headphone out of my amp to the mic in of my pc?

[@ConorRocksYT]

@@arcelitex You can do, but I wouldn't recommend it! Instead, I'd pick up a USB audio interface (something like the Scarlett Solo). The reason I wouldn't recommend using the mic in is because you'll likely get a noticable latency when playing, and it can sound hissy!

[@Gabs2ab]

hello! i have an important question. so i bought an electric guitar set and it comes with everything exept for a stand, so is it ok if i put my electric guitar in its case and put it on a soft furniture like a sofa or a bed. please if u can answer this i really dont want my guitar to break so fast

[@ConorRocksYT]

Hi Gabrieli, that'll be fine! I'd make sure to pick up a stand eventually though ☺️ one important thing though, don't lean it against anything like an amp or chair where it can slip, as that can break it! But, you'll be fine! Enjoy your new guitar 😊

[@santoshch7445]

Do you recommend Boss Katana 50 or FX stomp pedal with studio monitors? I’ve got a Strat HSS

[@ConorRocksYT]

Do you mean the Line 6 HX Stomp? Honestly, either will do fine. Personally, I've heard good things about the Boss Katana 50. If you mean FX pedals into a studio motor (like a distortion pedal), I'd recommend getting the amp 😊

[@santoshch7445]

@@ConorRocksYT I meant Line 6 HX Stomp (auto correct flipped it to FX).

[@ConorRocksYT]

Ah! Then I'd say either, both are good quality and it'll come down to personal preference 😊 with the Line 6 stomp, you'll want a speaker with a 'flat response' so it authentically reproduces the sound of the pedal, and FR amps can get a little pricey. Personally, I'd go for the Boss Katana 50 😊

[@kdnlol]

hey mate, is the Yamaha Pacifica 012 II a good guitar for a beginner?

[@ConorRocksYT]

Yup! That's a solid choice 😊

[@kdnlol]

@@ConorRocksYT alright thanks!

[@meme-gl5bg]

Question…. I’m now starting out and have access to a bass amp, can I use that for an electric guitar?

[@ConorRocksYT]

You can! The EQ settings will work slightly differently as it's designed to handle more low end, and it might not have a gain setting (so you'll miss out on distortion unless you use a pedal). But, perfectly fine to use!

[@meme-gl5bg]

@@ConorRocksYT ok, thank you

[@bigadz0r]

Can you get an overdrive , fuzzy , distorted, crunch ect sound from an amp or do you need a pedal ?

[@ConorRocksYT]

It depends on the amp and how the gain knob responds! By turning up the gain (if your amp has a gain knob) you'll get more distortion, from an overdrive/crunch to all put distortion (again, depending on the amp!) I find that your guitar controls play a key part too! Dialing up the amp gain, but rolling off the guitars volume knob will get you a more crunchy/overdrive sound - and then you can turn the knob back up for any solos/heavier distortion parts 😊 Also, I find that using the neck pickup and rolling down the guitars tone knob, with a high amp gain setting, gets a kind-of-fuzz sound 😊 But, if your amp doesn't have a gain setting - or you just want a wider range of sounds and convenience, then pedals are your best bet!

[@petlove2092]

Im starting with a Fender MD20 Mini Deluxe Amp. Is this ok?

[@ConorRocksYT]

I'd recommend upgrading to something else when you can! But, it'll be good enough to play some at home 😊

[@crngnik]

why do you need guitar picks? i'm an acoustic guitar player and i wanna switch to electric, and i always see people using picks, but i use picks for acoustic guitar when my nails are painted or fragile, so i dont hurt them. could you please explain if its necessary

[@ConorRocksYT]

I'd really recommend learning how to use a pick if you're switching to electric - especially if you're going to be playing heavier styles of music (like rock or metal)! While you can technically play without one, you need more force compared to an acoustic, and it'll be harder on your nails! 😊

[@TheTrueMr.Chicken]

I've been playing for almost 3 years now (not much compared to others but still decent) and I've never used a pick once. You can find a lot of famous examples, my favorite being Jeff Beck. Chords are easier with a pick, single notes (for me) are easier with my thumb and fingers. My local music store gives out picks for free, at the very least they'll be cheap. Just get a few and see what works for you

[@imnot_tls5351]

Can you recommend me an Amp i can use at home and at events not soo expensive please?

[@ConorRocksYT]

The Boss Katana series is pretty versatile, and Vox's entry level series of amps are good too!

[@Akhikesh001]

Will vox VX15GT pair good with fender squier sonic stratocaster?

[@ConorRocksYT]

I use a Vox AD15VT with my Strat and I think it sounds great! The VX15GT should sound similar (from having a look online!).

[@Akhikesh001]

@@ConorRocksYT thanks g, your channel is like a god given gift for us indermediate guitarists. Even after months of you uploading this video you still putting efforts into your replies and comments. You earned a sub❤️❤️

[@ConorRocksYT]

Thanks, I appreciate it! 😊

[@QuickBeat]

i have never learnt any string instrument, is it alright for me to start with an electric guitar? and is a fender squier a good one to start with?

[@ConorRocksYT]

Absolutely! I learned just on an electric ☺️ and Squire is a good brand (also my first guitar!) If you haven't seen it already, I've made a video on some things to check before buying your first guitar that might help! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zl7VnqSIitt5jrc

[@SCARLETDOT]

Hello how do I add reverv and very big amount of compression to my guitar using an amp?

[@ConorRocksYT]

If your amp has any built in effects, you can add it there. But, if it doesn't, you'll need a compression pedal and a reverb pedal!

[@Tha1Voda]

So I’m aware that fender styles and Gibson are different like in the length of a guitar. I’m 5ft and I have small hands and I heard a Gibson style would be better. Will that affect the range of playability since the neck is shorter? I mainly want to play metal and post hardcore music. I just don’t know where to start looking.

[@ConorRocksYT]

So that's called the "scale length" and it doesn't affect the range of playable notes - you can play everything you could on any other guitar! But, you'll also want to be aware of the neck profile (which is affects how thick the neck is in your hand) and fretboard radius (how flat or curved the fretboard is). For neck profile, a D shape would probably work better for you (it's flatter than a C shape meaning it's less bulky). Likewise a higher fretboard radius, like anything over 12 inch, would be easier as it's flatter. A design like a Gibson SG might be a good choice, or guitars designed to be smaller guitars like Jackson's Dinky series - especially for metal. Your best bet is to try something out at your local guitar store and see which scale length, neck shape, and fretboard radius feels best for you!

[@Tha1Voda]

@@ConorRocksYT Thank you this was very helpful!!!!

[@poco12331]

Is Squier Sonic Stratocaster HT H MN FLP A good guitar?

[@ConorRocksYT]

The Squier Sonic series are okay if you're on a budget, but I'd recommend going for the Affinity series if you can afford to! It's a bigger jump in quality vs the price 😊

[@rameshhansaravendra]

Can I buy thick strings like srv on any electric guitar? Or do I need a special guitar?

[@ConorRocksYT]

Yup! You can use thicker strings like SRV did. He used gauge 13s (I think?) which might mean you need your nut grooves widening, otherwise they won't sit in them. Ill also say that 13s are really, really, thick - and they be very hard to use. SRV mostly played in e flat, which will make them slightly easier to use, but even so - they'll be rough on your hands! If you're not used to them before, or are just getting started with guitar, I'd recommend learning on a standard gauge like 9s - or 10s if you want a little more power! They'll also fit your guitars nut better 😊 Let me know how you get on!

[@dumpsterfire4269]

Honestly by the time you break a string, all your strings could use a replacement. Also it would be weird to hear 1 string still bright and crisp while all your other strings are dull.

[@alexaboldes6157]

I own a fender 10g amp is it good for rock/ metal begginer?

[@ConorRocksYT]

They're not that great for rock and metal, just because the drive doesn't sound that good on them - they weren't really designed with heavier styles of playing in mind! You could try getting a distortion pedal, but to be honest, I still think you won't get the sound you're looking for. I'd recommend looking at swapping to an amp designed for heavier tones. The Boss Katana series is pretty cool, and they have the Boss Katana Mini which is an affordable beginner amp!

[@page2547]

What amp do you use and how much was it

[@ConorRocksYT]

That's a Vox AD15VT - it was around £100. It's a decent practice amp, but it's an old amp and there are newer models out there!

[@page2547]

@@ConorRocksYT thank you

[@user-oo9ks5hm4i]

is the squier sonic telecaster electric guitar a good beginner guitar for most types of music / rock ?

[@ConorRocksYT]

Yup! It'll handle rock - but if you can then I'd recommend checking out the Squier Affinity Telecaster. It's the same overall design but with better quality parts, and doesn't cost too much more! Either way, if you get your guitar set-up after buying it, it'll play even better! 😊

[@user-oo9ks5hm4i]

@@ConorRocksYT ok thank you! also is there any point in getting the yamaha pacifica 112VM and a type of squire telecaster (not at the same time but eventually when i save more) and do they do different things or is it worth just getting one (if so which one would be better)

[@ConorRocksYT]

The Pacifica 112vm has a humbucker bridge pickup, which is better suited for higher distortion levels of music (as it has less buzz!). If you want to play heavier style of music like hard rock and meta (think shred/heavy metal)l, I'd start with the Pacifica, because of the bridge pickup. But if you're happy with rock, then either will be fine 😊 get to your local guitar store and try them out if you can!

[@imanuelafdz]

how much should i spend on a good amp?

[@ConorRocksYT]

It's hard to say an exact price, I've literally just bought one today second hand for $220 (Laney Cub12R). If you're buying new, I'd say $200+ will get you something good 😊 but, you'll get more for your money second hand! Also, try it out in person if you can 😊

[@Mubremoon]

Should i buy an electric or acoustic as an beginner

[@ConorRocksYT]

It depends what you want to learn! If you want to learn electric, buy an electric! 😊

[@Official._Ale]

Where you get the amp ?

[@ConorRocksYT]

It's an old amp (Vox AD15VT), I've had it for like 15 years! You can find them second hand - or look up the latest model, which I think is the Vox VT series!

[@Wisnia_WW]

A one Johnny in my head told me to Play

[@animepabu5526]

My anxiety ridden self is nervous at a guitar store lmao because they approach you to help but then I don’t really know what to say lmao besides I don’t know what I want.. but I also don’t want to be steered towards one cuz they’re trying to sell over genuine recommendations. Just makes it harder. I do at least have an acoustic guitar so I think I’m going to learn a song solidly then go over and play said song on them so I can really compare better.

[@ConorRocksYT]

I know what you mean, and I've been in the same place! 😊 Practicing a few things before you go in sounds like a good plan! 😊 Good luck!

[@redsus3859]

OMFGGGG THERE IS AN AMP WITH WHICH I CAN PLAY SONGS THAT ONLY I CAN HEAR

[@julelottegrunewald7345]

Buy one witj a headphone thingy (where you can connect headphones to)

[@orlanz]

Thetes no such thing as the best guitarist , just be best at your own technique