Guitar Checklist

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  • 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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Jake R Brady

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

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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.

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