What do you need to play guitar?

I want to start playing guitar! But what do I need to prepare ...

Of course, you have to start with the "guitar" first. But what should you choose? I think you may not know at all at the beginning. Guitars are roughly divided into "acoustic guitars" and "electric guitars". First, check which instrument you want to play.

Once you get the guitar you will need a "tuner" to tune it.

There are two types of tuners: clip type, which is attached to the head of the guitar, and pedal type tuner and card type tuner, which are connected by cable to electric guitars and electric acoustics with a cable. At first, a "clip type" which does not need a microphone or a cable is good.

I’m ready to play, but how should I play?

There is also a style to play with fingers, but it is common to play using a pick. The have various shapes and thicknesses, even in the same genre, and there are tens colors depending on your taste. In general, electric guitars that use a lot of fine single-tones are often played with small picks such as teardrops and jazz, and for acoustic guitars that use a lot of strokes, triangle (onigiri) types are often used.

When you can play guitar, here is what you will need next time!

I want to stand and play the guitar → "Strap"

There are shoulders strap for musical instruments, of various materials and designs, so let's choose the one you like first!

I want to output sound with an amp → "Connecting cable" and "Guitar amp"

There are two types of guitar amps: a "stacked type", which is used by connecting a head amp and a cabinet, and a "combo type," which can output sound with one unit. When practicing at home, choose from the "combo type"!

I want to transport my guitar → "Case"

The case is roughly divided into guitar bags and a hard cases. Among the guitar bags, a thin one is called a soft case, and one that is thick and solid is called a gig bag. In addition, the hard case is also called a semi-hard case that is made lightweight by using nylon as the exterior.

It is a hassle to take it out of the case every time! → "Guitar stand"

It is a good idea to keep your guitar in a guitar case if you want to keep it in good condition for a long time without playing it. But it's really attractive to be able to pick up a guitar when you want to practice without having to dig it out of a case! If you keep it on the guitar stand, you can get it when you want, and you can see the instrument and it will motivate you. We have a rich lineup of all types of guitar stands, including tripod types and hanging types. Find a stand that suits your room and practice location.