And that’s why, if you’re not sure where to start, we’ve compiled this guide to the best guitar strings on the planet right now. Strings are fundamental to guitar playing, but if you are just starting ...

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Though you can pluck the guitar strings with your fingers, using a pick (aka plectrum) is the more common approach for a clearer tone – especially on electric guitar as opposed to acoustic.

The very basics of guitar playing, from holding your guitar to using a pick and fretting your first note ...