Teach Me How

How to Choose Your First Guitar

A grounded, non-macho buying guide for new players trying to avoid expensive beginner mistakes.

Tutorials

22 March 2026

7 min read

By Jb Toner

A tutorial that turns a vague, high-stakes purchase into a simple sequence of decisions around comfort, scale, sound, and setup.

The first guitar is rarely a forever instrument, so the goal is not perfection. The goal is choosing something that invites consistent practice.

This tutorial walks through body comfort, neck feel, amplifier needs, and why a proper setup matters more than most spec-sheet debates.

It supports comparison tables, buyer notes, and practical beginner checklists without losing the editorial voice.

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