How long does it take to learn guitar?

How quickly do you want to learn? For some it takes weeks practicing several hours a day, and for others it can take a few months to get the hang of it at a slower, steadier pace. What matters most is your commitment and drive to play. The more often you practice and the more you challenge yourself the quicker you'll learn. It never hurts to get some advice or direction and this is where a good teacher or instructional video can help. Keep practicing, keep learning, and you'll be playing confidently in no time!

How many strings does a guitar have?

Standard electric and acoustic guitars have six strings. Basses come with four. Variations include seven stringed electrics, twelve string acoustics, five string basses and more. The extra strings are there to provide a wider range of sounds for different styles of playing or genres of music.

How much does a good guitar cost?

There are great guitars at every price point. The important question to ask yourself is "What am I looking for?". Are you a beginner or an experienced player? Do you play the blues or heavy metal? Do you need something to travel with, or are you adding to your already incredible collection? No matter your budget you'll walk away with the guitar that suits you.

What are the three types of guitars?

Acoustic, bass and electric are the three main types of guitar. Acoustics have hollow bodies that produce the sound and so do not need any extra equipment to play. Electric guitars produce sound through an amplifier and on board electronics called pickups. Basses are like bigger electric guitars, but usually come with four strings that are much thicker than normal. Like electric guitars, basses have pickups that need an amplifier in order to produce sound.

Is acoustic or electric guitar better for beginners?

The best guitar for learning is the one that will keep you playing! They both have pros and cons, but you want something that will keep you coming back for more, so think about what music you like. Is it rock and heavy metal with loud electric guitars? Is it finger picked or pop style acoustic? Start with something that matches what inspired you to play and you'll never look back.

Guitars | guitarguitar

Sigma 000M-1E

(1)

£349.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

EastCoast MB4-PW Bass White Rosewood Fingerboard

(2)

£169.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ibanez RGMS7-BK Multi Scale 7 String Black

(1)

£509.00 £569.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Fender CP-60S Natural Walnut Fingerboard

(3)

£199.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Suhr Classic Antique T Trans Butterscotch Swamp Ash Maple Fingerboard

£3,299.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Black Friday

Schecter Synyster Custom Gloss Black with Silver Pin Stripes

£1,151.00 £1,279.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Brian May BMG Antique Cherry Red Left Handed

(2)

£899.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Ibanez RGR6BSP Premium Limited Edition Iron Pewter

£1,299.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ashdown Saint Soap Onyx Green Roasted Bass Guitar

£279.00 £299.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

£1,999.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

£5,199.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Heavy Aged Golden Poppy Burst

£8,699.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Heavy Aged Slow Iced Tea Fade

£8,699.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ibanez AM93ME-NT Natural High Gloss

£779.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Custom 3 Pickup VOS Ebony

£5,999.00 £6,499.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

(2)

£569.00 £708.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Black Friday

Schecter Omen Extreme 4 Black Cherry

(1)

£566.00 £629.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Black Friday

Schecter Demon-6 FR Aged Black Satin LH

£593.00 £659.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ibanez Premium Signature ATZ10P Andy Timmons Sunburst Matte

£1,299.00 £1,499.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Black Friday

Gibson Custom Shop 1958 Les Paul Standard Reissue VOS Left Handed Iced Tea Burst

£3,499.00 £3,999.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Stores Nationwide

Free Next Day Delivery

Sell your Guitar

Expert Advice

Extended Exchange

Guitars

Filter

Sigma 000M-1E

EastCoast MB4-PW Bass White Rosewood Fingerboard

Ibanez RGMS7-BK Multi Scale 7 String Black

Fender CP-60S Natural Walnut Fingerboard

Suhr Classic Antique T Trans Butterscotch Swamp Ash Maple Fingerboard

Schecter Synyster Custom Gloss Black with Silver Pin Stripes

Brian May BMG Antique Cherry Red Left Handed

Ibanez RGR6BSP Premium Limited Edition Iron Pewter

Ashdown Saint Soap Onyx Green Roasted Bass Guitar

Lowden F-12 Sitka Spruce / Indian Rosewood

Ibanez ICB620 Iceman Bass Black Flat

Ibanez AEWC16QA Transparent Blue Sunburst High Gloss

Ibanez AE170 Thermo Aged Transparent Black High Gloss

Ibanez BTB605LM 5-String Multiscale Black Flat

Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret Vintage Amber

Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret Vintage Sunburst

Gibson ES-335 60s Sixties Cherry

Gibson L-00 Special Satin Natural

Gibson L-00 Special Satin Ebony

Martin Road Series SC-13E Modern

Martin Road Series SC-13E Modern Mezcal Burst

Martin Road Series 000E Retro Plus Granadillo

Martin Road Series DC-10E Modern Black

Yamaha GC12C Cedar Grand Concert Classical

Music Man Sterling Ray4 Walnut Satin

Ibanez Signature TQM1-NTF Tom Quayle AZ

Suhr Classic S Olympic White SSS Maple Fingerboard

Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1957 Les Paul Reissue Ultra Light Aged Goldtop Double Gold

Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Heavy Aged Golden Poppy Burst

Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Heavy Aged Slow Iced Tea Fade

Ibanez AM93ME-NT Natural High Gloss

Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Custom 3 Pickup VOS Ebony

Ibanez JBM10FX Pearl White Matte

Martin D-28 Modern Deluxe

Yamaha CG142C

Yamaha CG192S Solid Spruce

Schecter Omen Extreme 4 Black Cherry

Schecter Demon-6 FR Aged Black Satin LH

Ibanez Premium Signature ATZ10P Andy Timmons Sunburst Matte

Gibson Custom Shop 1958 Les Paul Standard Reissue VOS Left Handed Iced Tea Burst

Keep up with our latest offers, news & events