Acoustic vs. Electric Guitar: Choose Wisely! ★ Acoustic Tuesday 298

Acoustic Tuesday | Guitar Routine Show

Tony Polecastro

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🗓️ 4 July 2023

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Summary

90% of new guitar players abandon playing within 1 year. Are you starting off on the wrong instrument? Many years ago, I found myself drawn to the sound of the electric guitar, but as time passed, I was drawn to the warm, resonant tones of the acoustic guitar. For decades, I almost exclusively played acoustic guitar, until recently when the allure of electric guitar reignited my interest. With this newfound exploration, I have fresh insights and perspectives on where to begin your guitar journey. And guess what? I'm here to share this treasure trove of knowledge with you. So, if you're just starting out, or you're an old hand considering a new path, you've come to the right place. In this video, I delve into the 10 key differences between acoustic and electric guitars, covering everything from body styles to string gauges. It's not just about which one is better—it's about understanding the unique qualities of each and how they can influence your playing and musical growth. If you don't have time to watch the whole video, I strongly recommend you go down the acoustic path. The acoustic guitar is not just more portable and less gear-intensive, but it also serves as an excellent foundation to build your strength and dexterity due to its string gauge and length. This makes transitioning to electric guitar easier in the long run! Featured in this episode...- Buffalo Kin- Peter Dankelson - Michael Watts - No Sudden Movements - Fat Possum Records- Innovative Leisure - Mapache- Suzanne Santo- Laney Lou and the Bird Dogs

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0:00.0	Should you start playing on electric guitar or acoustic guitar? Is there really a big difference between the two?
0:07.0	It seems pretty obvious, but there are some nuances to consider. On today's episode, we'll dive into the difference between electric and acoustic.
0:15.0	Some of those differences are obvious, some of them, not so much. Whichever way you lean, acoustic or electric, today's episode will
0:22.6	provide some valuable perspective on the guitar in general, whether you're shopping for your very
0:27.4	first electric or you're just wondering which one should I start on.
0:31.9	Hey, Tack family, welcome to episode 298 of the Acoustic Tuesday show. Yes, just two more episodes until episode 300.
0:41.3	Holy smokes, I can't even believe it.
0:43.7	So I have to kick things off by saying, thank you.
0:47.3	You make this show possible.
0:48.9	Without you watching this show, this show doesn't exist.
0:52.1	So thank you from the bottom of my heart.
0:54.6	This show is packed full of inspiration and fun, designed to help you get more progress,
0:58.3	fulfillment, and joy from your acoustic guitar journey. Throughout today's episode, I will be
1:02.5	keeping you in the loop with some acoustic news you can use, including the most inspiring
1:07.0	guitar playing life hero, yes, you heard that correctly, a must watch blues documentary,
1:12.8	that just so happens to be free, a gaggle of new music, and much, much more.
1:17.6	But first, let's talk about electric guitars versus acoustic guitars.
1:22.5	What are the differences?
1:24.3	You know, when I was first conceptualizing this show, it actually ended up on the
1:29.4	cutting room floor. I didn't think there was enough there. But then I thought about my own
1:34.6	guitar journey. I started out playing electric guitar. I was a metal head. I had a BC rich
1:39.8	mockingbird. Goofy guitar, very much a metal guitar. From that guitar, I started to very gradually
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