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Beginner Path • 7 Lessons
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Lesson 1: Parts of the Guitar
5 min•Beginner
In this lesson, you'll learn the main parts of the guitar and what they do. Understanding the parts of your instrument makes every future lesson easier to follow.
Tap any label on the picture to learn what it does.
Steps
- Look at the diagram and tap each label.
- Say each part out loud while touching it on your own guitar.
- Try the exercise to test yourself.
Key Takeaways
- The headstock holds the tuning pegs.
- The neck is where you press the strings.
- The body amplifies the sound.
- The fretboard contains the frets.
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