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Find your next sound.

A new instrument. A different texture. Start with a search.

A few places to start

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Your first guitar, without the guesswork.

Real advice for finding the gear that makes you want to keep playing.

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From the journal

Good ideas.
Better sound.

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Start with how it feels.

A guitar should make you want to pick it up. Try different body shapes, check the weight, and see how the neck fits your hand.

Find your starting sound.

Single-coil pickups often emphasize clarity and sparkle. Humbuckers offer a fuller voice. P90-style pickups sit in a lively space between them. Listen with a clean amp before adding effects.

Leave room for the essentials.

Your first setup needs a tuner, a cable and an amp or an audio interface. A comfortable strap and a stand help make practice part of every day.

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