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Beginner's Gear Guide: Electric Guitar -- Plug in and turn on with these entry-level axes and amps.

Beginner's Gear Guides: Electric Guitar

Ready to start playing electric guitar? Build your first rig with these guitars, amplifiers and extras.

Unlike an acoustic guitar that can be played by itself, electric guitars require a few more pieces of equipment. With this guide, we'll highlight some great choices for beginners, and outline what additional gear you'll need to get started.

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Beginner Electric Guitars
If you're looking to build your first rig from scratch, the first step is the guitar itself. With popular brands like Epiphone and Squier building budget-friendly versions of classic guitar designs, there's never been a better time to buy an entry-level electric.
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Small-Sized Electric Guitars
It's never too early to learn to rock. If you've got a younger child interested in learning guitar, any of these smaller-scale axes will do just fine. They feature shapes more comfortable for smaller players and shorter scale lengths, so little rockers can play with ease.
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Beginner Guitar Amplifiers
Once you've chosen your axe, you're going to need an amp to go with it. These portable and affordable beginner amps cover a wide range of tones and styles. There are plenty of choices, from amps with simple controls to modeling amps with hundreds of tones for the more advanced player to scroll through.
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Accessories
Round out your first guitar setup with these useful accessories. After the guitar and amp, the last component you'll need is a guitar cable. One cable is fine to start, but it never hurts to have a spare or two. Tuners, straps, picks and more will also help on your journey to electric guitar wizardry.
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