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

Takamine GD11M-NS

(1)

£189.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ibanez PCBE12MH Acoustic Bass Open Pore Natural

(2)

£239.00 £279.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Takamine GD20NS

£299.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Lakland Skyline 44-64 Custom GZ Black

£1,499.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson 70s Flying V Classic White

(1)

£2,199.00 £2,399.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Gibson ES Supreme Bourbon Burst

£3,499.00 £3,899.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Cole Clark True Hybrid Studio Thinline HSS

£1,799.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

£2,799.00 £2,999.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Martin Standard Series D-28 Street Legend

(1)

£2,999.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom '68 Paisley Telecaster NOS

£4,199.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Black Friday

PRS S2 Standard 22 Scarlet Sunburst

£1,299.00 £1,499.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Maton Troubadour Dreadnought

£2,589.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ibanez Prestige RG5121L Dark Tide Blue Flat Left Handed

£1,749.00

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

Cort AF550 Open Pore Black

£159.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Gibson Les Paul Special Vintage Cherry

(6)

£1,499.00 £1,699.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Fender American Professional II Telecaster Butterscotch Blonde Maple Fingerboard Left Handed

£1,799.00 £1,899.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Fender American Professional II Precision Bass 3 Tone Sunburst Maple Fingerboard

£1,879.00 £2,049.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Fender Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster Oxblood

(3)

£1,599.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Takamine GY93ENAT

£549.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Takamine GN75CETBK

(4)

£599.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Black Friday

£854.00 £1,089.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Ibanez PC14MHCE Weathered Black

(1)

£225.00 £259.00

Get it Sunday, Nov 8

or FREE delivery on Monday

In Stock

Yamaha CPX600BL Black

£349.00 £445.20

FREE Delivery

Awaiting Stock

£3,499.00

FREE Delivery

Stock Arriving Soon

Stores Nationwide

Free Next Day Delivery

Sell your Guitar

Expert Advice

Extended Exchange

Guitars

Filter

Takamine GD11M-NS

Ibanez PCBE12MH Acoustic Bass Open Pore Natural

Takamine GD20NS

Lakland Skyline 44-64 Custom GZ Black

Gibson 70s Flying V Classic White

Gibson ES Supreme Bourbon Burst

Cole Clark True Hybrid Studio Thinline HSS

Music Man guitarguitar Exclusive Stingray 4 Moonstone Ebony Fingerboard

Ibanez AAM370E Advanced Auditorium Series Electro-Acoustic Guitar Open Pore Antique White

Solar Guitars SR1.6AFRMNS Midnight Sky Black Metallic Gloss

ESP E-II Arrow Snow White

Martin Standard Series D-28 Street Legend

Fender Custom Shop Vintage Custom '68 Paisley Telecaster NOS

PRS S2 Standard 22 Scarlet Sunburst

Maton Troubadour Dreadnought

Ibanez Prestige RG5121L Dark Tide Blue Flat Left Handed

Cort AF550 Open Pore Black

Gibson Les Paul Special Vintage Cherry

Fender American Professional II Telecaster Butterscotch Blonde Maple Fingerboard Left Handed

Fender American Professional II Precision Bass 3 Tone Sunburst Maple Fingerboard

Fender Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster Oxblood

Takamine GY93ENAT

Takamine GN75CETBK

Schecter Aaron Marshall AM-6 Royal Sapphire

Martin 000JR-10E Shawn Mendes Left Handed

Suhr Andre Nieri Modern Signature

Schecter C-1 E/A Cats Eye

Ibanez PC14MHCE Weathered Black

Yamaha CPX600BL Black

Gretsch G6131-MY Malcolm Young Jet Natural

Rickenbacker 360W Walnut

Schecter PT SLS Elite Evil Twin Satin Black

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Atomic Green

PRS John Mayer Silver Sky Moc Sand Maple Fingerboard

Schecter SLS Elite-4 Black Fade Burst

Schecter PT Fastback Olympic White

Sigma 000MC-1E

Ibanez AEWC11 Dark Violin Sunburst

Alvarez Laureate LT66e Daybreak

Music Man Axis Super Sport Trem Honey Pot Flame

Keep up with our latest offers, news & events