If you speak to any guitar player, professional or otherwise, they’ll have some advice for you on how to learn the guitar and which type of guitar you should start on. The truth is that it won’t make a huge difference whether you learn how to play on an electric guitar or an acoustic guitar first because they both have their merits.
Ultimately, it depends on why you’re learning in the first place; most people start learning the guitar because it’s fun! And that’s what music should always be about. The most exciting thing about learning to play an instrument is exactly that: the learning. However, we've got some tips about learning on an acoustic guitar or an electric guitar.
Two common misconceptions are:
- You should learn acoustic guitar because its harder to play at first and will make your hands and fingers stronger
- You should learn on an electric guitar first because it’s easier to play.