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Got a guitar for Christmas?

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By MusicRadar Team published 25 December 2014

Here's everything you need to know to get started

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Parts of an electric guitar

Parts of an electric guitar

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Types of electric guitar

Types of electric guitar

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How to tune your guitar

How to tune your guitar

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How to re-string an electric guitar

How to re-string an electric guitar

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Types of guitar bridge

Types of guitar bridge

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Essential accessories

Essential accessories

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How to use a capo

How to use a capo

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Plectrums explained

Plectrums explained

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Straps and strap locks

Straps and strap locks

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Cleaning a rosewood fingerboard

Cleaning a rosewood fingerboard

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Types of amplifier

Types of amplifier

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Connecting a guitar to an amplifier

Connecting a guitar to an amplifier

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Amplifier controls explained

Amplifier controls explained

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Page 13 of 15
Achieving basic guitar tones

Achieving basic guitar tones

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Effects pedals explained

Effects pedals explained

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