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What are the must-haves to start playing guitar? What's the best value? Jake walks us through the essentials, and also a few options & upgrades for when you're ready! Don't forget to check out the vids for banjo and mandolin as well! Simply click on the links just above this description!

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  1. Theresa Nickels ·

    I keep losing the timing when I add the backup. Does anyone count this out loud or is that just me?

  2. Patty Lindstrom ·

    I had that exact problem. Turned out my thumb was anchoring in the wrong spot.

  3. Rita Alvarez ·

    Count it out loud. Everyone says it and everyone's right.

  4. Gene Sowell ·

    Recording yourself is humbling but it's the fastest fix I've found.

  5. Rita Alvarez ·

    Try it without the pick for a few passes. Sounds silly but it told me my right hand was doing too much.

  6. Katie Clark Support ·

    There's a slower track in the resources for this one. If you want it slower still, let me know and I'll cut one.

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