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Message: [QUOTE="FatElvis, post: 3246899, member: 5816"] First thing you should do is listen to 8893 and get to that exhibit at the Met, it's phenomenal. There's plenty of people who have taught themself to play, but you'll get better much faster if you take private lessons. Even if you only take them for a couple of months to get the basics down, it will help you in the long run. I've been taking private guitar lessons for over 7 years and can't recommend it enough, it's a lot of fun and a great way to de-stress. As far as equipment goes, ask 100 guitarists and you'll get 100 different answers. Tough to argue with Upstater's recommendations, they're all good ones. But it really comes down to how it feels, along with the kind of music you want to play. An overdrive pedal is a must for anyone who likes their rock and roll to go to 11, but if you're not into that sound you'll never use it. My recommendation would be get yourself to Guitar Center and play a bunch of different guitars in your price range and see what feels right in your hands. If you've got $1,000 to spend can get some solid equipment. You'll get a lot more for your money if you get something made in China like an Epiphone or Squire. I just picked up a Squire Classic Vibe Stratocaster for around $400 and it kicks butt. You'll essentially get a guitar that's 95% as good as the American version for a fraction of the price. The Classic Vibe Telecaster is also a great guitar. You could pick up one of those and a great beginner amp for around $300 (Fender, Marshall, Vox and others make solid equipment in that range) and you'd have money left over for a few lessons. Not sure how the Guitar Center people are where you live but here in NYC they're really knowledgable and friendly. Keep in mind they'll also work with you on the price, especially if you're buying a couple of things. [/QUOTE]

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