Guides
Short, honest guides for beginners.
Skim in a coffee break. Written by real players, not SEO robots.
5 min read
5 common chord progressions for beginners
The handful of chord sequences behind thousands of songs — and a five-minute way to practise each one.
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6 min read
Buying your first guitar (without overthinking it)
What actually matters: playability, size, and something you enjoy looking at. Skip the spec obsession.
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4 min read
How to tune a guitar (properly, on your phone)
Any free tuner app will do. The trick is what to listen for, and why your low E keeps drifting.
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Why your fingertips hurt (and when it stops)
Normal for the first two weeks. Here's how to practise around it without giving up.
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5 min read
How to practise guitar with ADHD
Tiny sessions, visible progress, no streak-shaming. A practice shape that actually sticks.
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4 min read
Acoustic vs electric for beginners
There's no wrong answer. Play the one you'll actually pick up.
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The fastest way to learn a song
Chord chart, slow play-along, forgiving yourself. That's the whole method.
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More guides coming weekly — we'd rather write ten good ones than a hundred thin ones.