{"id":30727,"date":"2026-10-15T14:55:15","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T12:55:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/?page_id=30727"},"modified":"2026-10-31T14:41:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T13:41:14","slug":"learn-electric-guitar","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-electric-guitar\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Play Electric Guitar: From Your First Guitar to Your First Riff"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-hero has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5f6b567 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center lp-hero-text is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:54%\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Electric guitar for beginners<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Play Electric Guitar: From Your First Guitar to Your First Riff<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lp-lead wp-block-paragraph\">From your first guitar and amp to power chords, bends and riffs, with an article at every step that takes you further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-answer has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Short answer:<\/strong> Learning to play electric guitar starts with a well set-up guitar, a small practice amp or headphone amp, a cable and a tuner. Then you learn the right posture, how to tune and your first power chords. You build on that with palm muting, bends and simple riffs. Twenty minutes of practice every day works better than two hours once a week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#what-is-an-electric-guitar\">Start with the basics<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\">Guitars and gear<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center lp-hero-media is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:46%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 781px) calc(100vw - 2rem), 600px\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-497.jpg\" alt=\"Rock guitarist playing electric guitar on a stage with bright lights\" class=\"wp-image-1538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-497.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-497-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-497-768x432.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lp-badge\"><span class=\"lp-eq\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><\/span><span>Twenty minutes a day<small>works better than two hours a week<\/small><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<nav class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-tocbar has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5f6b567 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">On this page<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list lp-toc\">\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-an-electric-guitar\">What is it?<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#first-electric-guitar\">1. Gear<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#setup-and-tuning\">2. Tuning<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#posture-and-picking\">3. Posture<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#first-techniques\">4. Techniques<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#first-riffs\">5. Riffs<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#effects-and-tone\">Effects<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#practice-routine\">Practice routine<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#further-reading\">Further reading<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">At a glance<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"at-a-glance\">What you should know before you start<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"6\" width=\"18\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"14\" r=\"3.5\"\/><path d=\"M6 9.5h.01M9 9.5h.01M3 6l3-3h12l3 3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Without an amp you hear very little<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pickups turn the vibration of the strings into a signal. An amp (or headphone amp) makes it audible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6h11M9 12h11M9 18h11\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"6\" r=\"1\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"18\" r=\"1\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A short list of gear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guitar, amp, instrument cable, tuner, picks and a guitar strap.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"5\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get it set up properly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Low string action makes playing much easier.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 3c1 3 4 4.5 4 9a4 4 0 0 1-8 0c0-2 1-3 2-4 0 2 1 3 2 3 0-3-1-5 0-8z\"\/><path d=\"M6 21h12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Three techniques for rock<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With power chords, palm muting and bends you can already play lots of rock riffs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">The basics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-an-electric-guitar\">What is an electric guitar?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to learn electric guitar, start with the instrument itself. An electric guitar has steel strings and magnetic pickups that turn the vibration of the strings into an electrical signal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center lp-media\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 46%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The sound comes from the amp<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cable carries the signal to an amplifier. Without an amp, the body, which is usually solid, sounds very quiet. Through the amp, the same guitar can sound clean for pop and funk, or full and distorted for rock and metal. With the pickup selector you choose the warmer neck pickup or the brighter bridge pickup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electric guitar for beginners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thinner strings, a slimmer neck and low action: pressing the strings down takes less strength. Also read <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/is-electric-guitar-hard-to-learn\/\">is electric guitar hard to play?<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/electric-vs-acoustic-guitar-easier\/\">electric or acoustic guitar: which is easier?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 781px) calc(100vw - 2rem), 600px\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-129.jpg\" alt=\"Semi-hollow electric guitar next to a guitar amp\" class=\"wp-image-784 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-129.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-129-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-129-768x432.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of electric guitars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electric guitars differ mainly in how the body is built and what type of pickups they have. Together, these shape most of the tone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table lp-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Type<\/th><th>Build<\/th><th>Tone<\/th><th>Often suits<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Solid body<\/td><td>Solid wood, like the Stratocaster, Telecaster or Les Paul style<\/td><td>Tight and direct, little feedback<\/td><td>Rock, pop, blues, metal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Semi-hollow<\/td><td>Hollow sides with a solid center block<\/td><td>Warmer and a bit more open<\/td><td>Blues, indie, jazz, rock<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hollow body<\/td><td>Fully hollow, with f-holes<\/td><td>Round and warm, prone to feedback<\/td><td>Jazz, rockabilly<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M2 12h2l2-6 3 12 3-15 3 18 3-12 2 3h2\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Single coil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One coil: bright and open, but it can hum a little. A Stratocaster-style guitar usually has three.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/types-of-electric-guitars\/\">All about electric guitars&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"6\" width=\"18\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"14\" r=\"3.5\"\/><path d=\"M6 9.5h.01M9 9.5h.01M3 6l3-3h12l3 3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Humbucker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two coils that cancel the hum: fuller and more powerful. A Les Paul-style guitar usually has two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/les-paul-guitar-history\/\">The history of the Les Paul&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M19 3l2 2-5.5 5.5\"\/><path d=\"M14.5 9.5a4 4 0 0 0-5.6-.4c-.9.8-1.1 2-1.9 2.6-1 .8-3 .6-4 1.9-1.6 2.1.1 5.1 2.1 6.4 2 1.3 4.7 1.4 6-.4.9-1.2.7-3.1 1.5-4 .7-.8 1.8-1 2.6-1.9a4 4 0 0 0-.7-4.2z\"\/><circle cx=\"9.5\" cy=\"14.5\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Semi-acoustic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A (partly) hollow body sounds warmer and a bit more open than a solid body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/semi-acoustic-guitar-guide\/\">Semi-acoustic guitar&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">The type matters less than you think<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Above all, choose a guitar that feels good in your hands and suits the music you want to play.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Step 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"first-electric-guitar\">Your first electric guitar and gear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For your first electric guitar you need an amp, a cable and a tuner besides the instrument itself. Picks, a guitar strap and spare strings complete the set.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table lp-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Item<\/th><th>What it&#8217;s for<\/th><th>What to look for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Electric guitar<\/td><td>The instrument itself<\/td><td>Comfortable neck, stays in tune, properly set up<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Practice amp or headphone amp<\/td><td>Makes the signal audible<\/td><td>Small, with a headphone jack for quiet practice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Instrument cable (6.3 mm \/ 1\/4 inch)<\/td><td>Connects the guitar and amp<\/td><td>Sturdy plugs, long enough to move around<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tuner<\/td><td>Tuning accurately every time<\/td><td>A clip-on tuner on the headstock is the most convenient<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Picks<\/td><td>Striking the strings<\/td><td>Try a few thicknesses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guitar strap<\/td><td>Playing standing up<\/td><td>Adjustable and wide enough<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spare strings<\/td><td>For when a string breaks<\/td><td>The same gauge as your current set<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center lp-media\" style=\"grid-template-columns:46% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 781px) calc(100vw - 2rem), 600px\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-413.jpg\" alt=\"Red and white electric guitars in a guitar case\" class=\"wp-image-1348 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-413.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-413-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-413-768x432.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to look for in your first guitar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Playability:<\/strong> strings that are easy to press down and don&#8217;t buzz. Try it in the store if you can.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Tuning stability:<\/strong> a guitar that keeps going out of tune takes the fun out of practicing.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Setup:<\/strong> ask whether the store will set it up before you take it home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A starter pack with a guitar and a small amp is a practical choice. Also read <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-much-does-a-good-beginner-guitar-cost\/\">how much does a good beginner guitar cost?<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/electric-guitar-for-beginners\/\">an electric guitar for beginners<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"6\" width=\"18\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"14\" r=\"3.5\"\/><path d=\"M6 9.5h.01M9 9.5h.01M3 6l3-3h12l3 3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does an amp work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which knobs to use first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-a-guitar-amp-works\/\">Guitar amps explained&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 15v-3a8 8 0 0 1 16 0v3\"\/><rect x=\"3\" y=\"14\" width=\"4\" height=\"7\" rx=\"1.5\"\/><rect x=\"17\" y=\"14\" width=\"4\" height=\"7\" rx=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A practice amp for home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good models to practice with at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-practice-amps-for-electric-guitar\/\">Best practice amps&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18V5l11-2v13\"\/><circle cx=\"6\" cy=\"18\" r=\"3\"\/><circle cx=\"17\" cy=\"16\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Light strings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 9-42 set plays more easily than 10-46, especially for bends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-guitar-strings-for-beginners\/\">Strings for beginners&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M8 13V5.5a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0V12\"\/><path d=\"M11 11.5V4a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0v7.5\"\/><path d=\"M14 11.5V6a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0v8a7 7 0 0 1-7 7h-.6a6 6 0 0 1-4.6-2.2L2.6 15.8a1.6 1.6 0 0 1 2.4-2l3 2.7\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A pick that fits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try a few thicknesses and choose what feels comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-guitar-pick-for-beginners\/\">Choosing a pick&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Step 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"setup-and-tuning\">Setup and tuning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A well set-up, accurately tuned guitar plays more easily and sounds better, and as a beginner you notice that right away. A setup comes down to three things.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"5\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">String height (action)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The closer the strings are to the fretboard, the less strength you need. Too low causes buzzing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M19 3l2 2-5.5 5.5\"\/><path d=\"M14.5 9.5a4 4 0 0 0-5.6-.4c-.9.8-1.1 2-1.9 2.6-1 .8-3 .6-4 1.9-1.6 2.1.1 5.1 2.1 6.4 2 1.3 4.7 1.4 6-.4.9-1.2.7-3.1 1.5-4 .7-.8 1.8-1 2.6-1.9a4 4 0 0 0-.7-4.2z\"\/><circle cx=\"9.5\" cy=\"14.5\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neck relief<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The neck needs a very slight bow. You adjust it with the truss rod.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 16a8 8 0 1 1 16 0\"\/><path d=\"M12 16l4-6\"\/><path d=\"M4 20h16\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Intonation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 12th fret should sound exactly one octave higher than the open string. Otherwise, chords higher up the neck sound out of tune.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have the setup done by a guitar tech or music store, especially if you don&#8217;t know yet how it should feel. See <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-often-to-get-guitar-set-up\/\">how often should you get a guitar set up?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to tune your electric guitar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Standard tuning, from thick to thin, is: E, A, D, G, B, e. Tune every time before you start.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-5 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Connect a tuner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Put a clip-on tuner on the headstock or plug the guitar into a tuner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Play the low E<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check which note the tuner shows.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tune up to the note<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tune up from below the note until the tuner is centered. That way the string stays in tune better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The other strings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do the same for the A, D, G, B and high e strings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check everything again<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tuning changes the tension on the neck. Check all the strings one more time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find a detailed explanation in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-tune-a-guitar-with-a-tuner\/\">how to tune a guitar with a tuner<\/a> and in the <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/tuning-guitar-with-clip-on-tuner\/\">tips for tuning with a clip-on tuner<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Step 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"posture-and-picking\">How do you hold an electric guitar?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A relaxed posture prevents pain and makes your playing faster and more precise. When sitting, rest a right-handed guitar on your right thigh, with the neck angled slightly up.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M8 13V5.5a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0V12\"\/><path d=\"M11 11.5V4a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0v7.5\"\/><path d=\"M14 11.5V6a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0v8a7 7 0 0 1-7 7h-.6a6 6 0 0 1-4.6-2.2L2.6 15.8a1.6 1.6 0 0 1 2.4-2l3 2.7\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thumb behind the neck<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roughly behind your middle finger. Don&#8217;t squeeze harder than you need to.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"5\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fingertip just behind the fret<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Press with your fingertip just behind the fret. That takes the least strength.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M19 3l2 2-5.5 5.5\"\/><path d=\"M14.5 9.5a4 4 0 0 0-5.6-.4c-.9.8-1.1 2-1.9 2.6-1 .8-3 .6-4 1.9-1.6 2.1.1 5.1 2.1 6.4 2 1.3 4.7 1.4 6-.4.9-1.2.7-3.1 1.5-4 .7-.8 1.8-1 2.6-1.9a4 4 0 0 0-.7-4.2z\"\/><circle cx=\"9.5\" cy=\"14.5\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holding the pick<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between your thumb and the side of your index finger, with a small tip sticking out.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"4.5\" r=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M5 9l7 1.5L19 9M12 10.5V15l-3 6M12 15l3 6\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loose wrist and shoulder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you notice you&#8217;re tensing up, take a short break.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Same height standing as sitting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adjust the strap so the guitar hangs at about the same height standing up as it sits when you&#8217;re seated. Then you don&#8217;t have to learn your technique twice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-hold-a-guitar-good-posture\/\">how do you hold a guitar with good posture?<\/a> For the picking hand, <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/alternate-picking-exercises\/\">alternate picking<\/a> is the foundation: always alternating a downstroke and an upstroke. That gives you an even rhythm and saves energy. Riffs are almost always written in tabs, so also learn <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-read-guitar-tabs\/\">how to read guitar tabs step by step<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Step 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"first-techniques\">First techniques: power chords, palm muting and bends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These three techniques get you making music on an electric guitar fastest. You&#8217;ll find them in countless rock, punk and metal songs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Power chords<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A power chord is made of the root and the fifth, sometimes with the octave added. There&#8217;s no third, so it&#8217;s neither major nor minor, and it sounds tight with distortion. Your index finger is on the root, your ring finger two frets higher on the string below, and your pinky on the octave if you add it. 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font-size=\"12\" text-anchor=\"middle\" fill=\"#a8331c\" font-family=\"sans-serif\" font-weight=\"700\">\u00d7<\/text><\/svg><figcaption>A5<small>x022xx<\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure><figure data-akkoord=\"G5\" data-greep=\"355xxx\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 120 150\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Chord G5: 355xxx\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><text x=\"9\" y=\"48.96\" font-size=\"11\" text-anchor=\"end\" fill=\"#5a4a3c\" font-family=\"sans-serif\">3<\/text><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"20\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.60\"\/><line x1=\"36\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"36\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.45\"\/><line x1=\"52\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"52\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.30\"\/><line x1=\"68\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"68\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.15\"\/><line x1=\"84\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"84\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.00\"\/><line x1=\"100\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" 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font-weight=\"700\">\u00d7<\/text><text x=\"100\" y=\"23\" font-size=\"12\" text-anchor=\"middle\" fill=\"#a8331c\" font-family=\"sans-serif\" font-weight=\"700\">\u00d7<\/text><\/svg><figcaption>G5<small>355xxx<\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read the diagrams from the low E string (left) to the high e string (right); an x means you don&#8217;t strike that string. For G5, the root is on the 3rd fret. That shape is movable, so with one shape you can play any power chord. You&#8217;ll find exercises in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learning-power-chords-for-rock\/\">learning power chords for rock music<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M8 13V5.5a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0V12\"\/><path d=\"M11 11.5V4a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0v7.5\"\/><path d=\"M14 11.5V6a1.5 1.5 0 0 1 3 0v8a7 7 0 0 1-7 7h-.6a6 6 0 0 1-4.6-2.2L2.6 15.8a1.6 1.6 0 0 1 2.4-2l3 2.7\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Palm muting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rest the edge of your picking hand lightly on the strings near the bridge. They then sound muted and rhythmic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/palm-muting-techniques-metal-guitar\/\">Palm muting for metal&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M2 12h2l2-6 3 12 3-15 3 18 3-12 2 3h2\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bends<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Push the string sideways across the fretboard. A half-step bend goes up one fret, a whole-step bend two frets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/slides-and-bends-electric-guitar\/\">Learn slides and bends&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 3l2.7 5.6 6.1.9-4.4 4.3 1 6.1L12 17l-5.4 2.9 1-6.1L3.2 9.5l6.1-.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vibrato<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a note to sing after the bend, vibrato is the next step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/improving-guitar-vibrato-technique\/\">Improve your vibrato&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-more-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-more is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How to find the right spot for palm muting<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Too far toward the neck and you hear almost no note; too far onto the bridge and your hand mutes nothing. Start with downstrokes on the low E string, then play power chords.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-more is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How to play an in-tune bend<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bend with your ring finger, with your middle and index fingers behind it for extra strength. First play the target note, for example the 9th fret of the G string, then bend from the 7th fret until you hear that same note.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Step 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"first-riffs\">Your first riffs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A riff is a short, repeated motif that makes a song recognizable. Start with riffs built from power chords or single notes on the low strings, at a slow tempo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A power chord riff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Play E5, G5, A5 and back to E5, four times each with palm muting. Let the last strum of each chord ring out.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A riff in E minor pentatonic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Low E string open and 3rd fret, A string open and 2nd fret, D string open and 2nd fret. Up and back, with a varied rhythm.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A famous riff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many beginners choose &#8220;Smoke on the Water&#8221; by Deep Purple or &#8220;Seven Nation Army&#8221; by The White Stripes: easy to follow at a slow tempo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find more riffs with explanations in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/rock-guitar-riffs-for-beginners\/\">rock guitar riffs for beginners<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-metal-riffs-electric-guitar\/\">learning metal riffs on electric guitar<\/a>. Practical playing tips are in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/electric-guitar-techniques-for-beginners\/\">playing electric guitar: tips and techniques<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Slow and clean first<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Play a new riff slowly and without distortion first, so you can hear whether every note sounds clean. Only then turn on the overdrive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Tone<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"effects-and-tone\">Effects and your own sound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effects change the signal between the guitar and the amp and add color to your playing, but they don&#8217;t replace technique. Start with the sound of your amp and add pedals later.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table lp-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Effect<\/th><th>What it does<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Overdrive and distortion<\/td><td>Distortion, from lightly gritty to heavy. This is the sound of rock and metal.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delay<\/td><td>Repeats what you play, like an echo.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reverb<\/td><td>Ambience, as if you&#8217;re playing in a bigger room.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chorus<\/td><td>Makes the sound wider and shimmery.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wah-wah<\/td><td>A foot pedal that makes the tone &#8220;talk&#8221;.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common pedal order is: tuner, wah, overdrive or distortion, chorus, delay and reverb last. A multi-effects unit or modeling amp has everything in one box, which can be simple and affordable. Read the <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/effects-pedals-for-beginners\/\">beginner tips for effects pedals<\/a> first.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Practice quietly with headphones<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your walls are thin, practice with headphones. See <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/practice-guitar-quietly-neighbors\/\">practicing guitar quietly without disturbing the neighbors<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Practice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"practice-routine\">A practice routine for the first few months<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Twenty to thirty minutes a day gets you further than the occasional long session, because your fingers and memory need repetition. One possible routine:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-5 lp-plan-grid is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">3 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tune up and gently loosen your fingers and wrists.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">5 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Frets 1 through 4 on every string, with alternate picking to the metronome.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">5 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Switch between two or three power chords without stopping.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">5 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Palm muting or bends, one technique at a time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">7+ minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A riff or song you enjoy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to build it up<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list lp-timeline\">\n<li><strong>First weeks<\/strong><br>Posture, tuning, single notes and your first power chords on the low strings.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>After that<\/strong><br>Moving power chords around, palm muting and simple riffs.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Next<\/strong><br>Bends, the pentatonic scale and your first short solos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Practice with a metronome<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only raise the tempo once you can play it without mistakes. See <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-guitar-with-metronome\/\">learning guitar with a metronome<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-practice-schedule\/\">how do you make an effective guitar practice schedule?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Go deeper<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"further-reading\">More reading about electric guitar<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-electric-guitar-online-for-free\/\">Learn electric guitar online for free&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free resources to teach yourself.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/practicing-hammer-ons-and-pull-offs\/\">Practicing hammer-ons and pull-offs&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Connecting notes without picking them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/improvising-with-the-pentatonic-scale\/\">Improvising with the pentatonic scale&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The basis of rock and blues solos.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-tapping-electric-guitar\/\">Learning tapping on electric guitar&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A two-handed technique for later.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-effects-types-and-tips\/\">Playing guitar with sound effects&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using effects creatively.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-a-guitar-looper-pedal-works\/\">How does a looper pedal work?&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recording your own backing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-use-an-audio-interface-with-guitar\/\">Using an audio interface&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Connecting your guitar to your computer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-often-to-change-guitar-strings\/\">How often should you change guitar strings?&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognize dull, out-of-tune strings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-metallica-on-guitar\/\">Learn to play Metallica on guitar&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An approach to well-known metal songs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/top-10-red-hot-chili-peppers-riffs\/\">Red Hot Chili Peppers riffs&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Funky riffs for timing and picking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/daily-guitar-exercises-for-beginners\/\">10 daily guitar exercises&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short exercises for every day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/tips-for-playing-guitar-in-a-band\/\">Playing guitar in a band&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Playing together with others.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Read more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"more-articles\">New in Guitars, Gear and Care<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query lp-related is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 has-native-responsive-grid is-style-post-grid wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-b283c786 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-31672 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitars-gear-maintenance tag-electric-guitar\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/why-choose-a-hollow-body-guitar\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-475.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-31674 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Why Choose a Hollow Body Guitar\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-475.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-475-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-475-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitars, Gear &amp; Maintenance<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/why-choose-a-hollow-body-guitar\/\" target=\"_self\" >Why Choose a Hollow Body Guitar<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">You choose a hollow body guitar when you want a warm, open and slightly acoustic tone, especially for&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-30855 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitars-gear-maintenance tag-beginners tag-buying-guide\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-much-does-a-good-beginner-guitar-cost\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-418.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-30856 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"How Much Does a Good Beginner Guitar Cost?\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-418.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-418-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-418-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitars, Gear &amp; Maintenance<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-much-does-a-good-beginner-guitar-cost\/\" target=\"_self\" >How Much Does a Good Beginner Guitar Cost?<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">How much does a good beginner guitar cost? As a rough guide, expect to pay about 100 to&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-31400 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitars-gear-maintenance tag-electric-guitar\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-effects-types-and-tips\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-123.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-31401 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Playing Guitar With Sound Effects\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-123.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-123-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-123-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitars, Gear &amp; Maintenance<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-effects-types-and-tips\/\" target=\"_self\" >Playing Guitar With Sound Effects<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Playing guitar with sound effects starts with three basic effects: overdrive or distortion for more power, delay for&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-30852 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitars-gear-maintenance\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/cleaning-guitar-fretboard-and-frets\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/toets-van-gitaar-schoonmaken.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-30853 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"How to Clean Your Guitar Fretboard and Frets\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/toets-van-gitaar-schoonmaken.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/toets-van-gitaar-schoonmaken-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/toets-van-gitaar-schoonmaken-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/toets-van-gitaar-schoonmaken-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/toets-van-gitaar-schoonmaken-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/toets-van-gitaar-schoonmaken-1320x879.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitars, Gear &amp; Maintenance<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/cleaning-guitar-fretboard-and-frets\/\" target=\"_self\" >How to Clean Your Guitar Fretboard and Frets<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The best way to clean your guitar&#8217;s fretboard and frets is with the strings off. Wipe away loose&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-30634 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitars-gear-maintenance\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/squeaky-guitar-strings\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/abcdhe-16.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-30635 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"What to Do About Squeaky Guitar Strings\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/abcdhe-16.jpg 900w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/abcdhe-16-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/abcdhe-16-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitars, Gear &amp; Maintenance<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/squeaky-guitar-strings\/\" target=\"_self\" >What to Do About Squeaky Guitar Strings<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">What should you do about squeaky guitar strings? Most of the time, what you hear is your fingers&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-30846 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitars-gear-maintenance\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-repair-small-scratches-on-guitar\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-203.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-30847 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"How to Repair Small Scratches on Your Guitar\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-203.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-203-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-203-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitars, Gear &amp; Maintenance<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-repair-small-scratches-on-guitar\/\" target=\"_self\" >How to Repair Small Scratches on Your Guitar<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">How do you repair small scratches on your guitar? Superficial scratches in a gloss finish can be buffed&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20959078 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitars-gear-maintenance\/\">All articles about gear<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5f6b567 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top lp-faq-head is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:36%\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">FAQ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions about learning electric guitar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is your question not listed? Browse <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/blog\/\">all articles<\/a> or pick a topic in the menu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:64%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I learn to play electric guitar?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get a well set-up guitar, an amp (or headphone amp) and a tuner. Then learn posture, tuning and power chords, and build on that with palm muting, bends and riffs. Practice briefly every day with a metronome.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is an electric guitar?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A guitar with steel strings and pickups that turn the vibration of the strings into an electrical signal. An amp makes that signal audible. Without an amp, the body, which is usually solid, sounds very quiet.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is a good first electric guitar for a beginner?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A guitar that feels good in your hands, stays in tune and is properly set up. The model matters less than the playability.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What types of electric guitars are there?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main types are solid body, semi-hollow and hollow body. Single-coil pickups sound bright, humbuckers sound fuller and without hum.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is an electric guitar good for beginners?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Thinner strings and lower action make the strings easier to press down than on an acoustic guitar. You do need extra gear, and you have to learn to mute strings you don&#8217;t want to ring.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you play an electric guitar without an amp?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can practice on it, but you&#8217;ll only hear a quiet, thin sound. For the real tone you need an amp, a headphone amp or an audio interface with software.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does it take to learn electric guitar?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That depends on how often and how purposefully you practice. With short daily sessions, you usually get to your first power chords and riffs quickly; bends and solos take more time.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How do I learn to play electric guitar?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Get a well set-up guitar, an amp (or headphone amp) and a tuner. Then learn posture, tuning and power chords, and build on that with palm muting, bends and riffs. Practice briefly every day with a metronome.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is an electric guitar?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A guitar with steel strings and pickups that turn the vibration of the strings into an electrical signal. An amp makes that signal audible. 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After that, it&#8217;s a matter of practicing a little every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20959078 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learning-power-chords-for-rock\/\">Learn power chords<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/electric-guitar-techniques-for-beginners\/\">More playing tips<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Electric guitar for beginners How to Play Electric Guitar: From Your First Guitar to Your First Riff From your first guitar and amp to power chords, bends and riffs, with an article at every step that takes you further. 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