Guitar Checklist
Table of Contents
Choosing a Guitar
Decide whether you want an acoustic or an electric guitar.
Decide whether you buy a new or used guitar.
Go to guitar shops.
Don't be swayed by popular brand names.
For acoustic guitars, a spruce or cedar top is ideal.
A cheap, badly made guitar is no fun to play.
When you sit down with the guitar in a normal playing position, you should be able to reach the soundhole easily.
The strings should be at a comfortable height from the frets.
The frets should be even, and none of them should stick out more than the others.
If you have thick fingers, a wider neck will make it easier for you to play.
If you have small hands, a narrow neck is more comfortable.
On an electric guitar, all the switches and knobs should work smoothly.
In a electric guitar the controls should be in a convenient place.
Good electric guitars are usually heavy as a result.
Have someone else play the guitar for you before buying one.
If you buy a good guitar and you never play it, you can always sell it.
Essentials
A flight case or hardshell case.
A strap.
Something to tune with.
Strings.
Picks.
Book of songs with simple chord diagrams.
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Presented by:
Jake R Brady
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Who it's for
This Guitar Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Guitar essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Guitar structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Guitar Checklist
- Save Guitar Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Guitar (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.