Necessary Equipment For Playing Classical Guitar

While classical guitar isn’t the most expensive instrument to play (no need for amps or cables or pickups), there are a few things that you will need in order to play.

All instruments need a few specific things, and in this article we will talk about what equipment is necessary for you to get a jump start on your classical guitar playing.

The first thing that you will need is a guitar. While this may seem obvious (because it is) we thought we should mention it first and foremost as the most important piece of you classical gear.

Remember, you get what you pay for. This means that, while it isn’t necessary to drop for figures for your guitar, if you can help it, try not to skimp out on the instrument itself. More expensive classical guitar tend to use better quality woods, have better fret work, better build quality, and usually last a lot longer.

Cheap guitar tend to warp after a year or so. Keep this in mind; unlike an electric guitar, there is no coming back from a warped classical guitar. Bridge adjustments and truss rods are nonexistent.

The second thing you will need is a foot rest. The foot rest is a prime tool in classical guitar, as it allows you to elevate your fretting hand to assume proper classical form. This helps to reduce strain on the wrist as well as on the tendons of the forearm.

A foot rest can be improvised, but it is suggested that you buy one, as they are adjustable and will allow you to find a comfortable height. If you don’t want to but a foot rest, find a firm box or a hard object on which to elevate your picking arm to a comfortable height. Avoid stacking materials as they can slip.

Next you will need a music stand. While you may be able to memorize some songs, chances are you won’t be able to recognize all songs. Putting your sheet music on a chair or a low surface will cause you to crane your neck and slouch to see.

This will put pressure on your wrist and your back. In basic terms, it isn’t healthy. A music stand will eliminate the possibility of you having to bend over or lean to see music. Adjust the stand to your desired height and use it to hold whatever you may be reading while playing. Read this article to find out how to hold the classical guitar.

The last things you will need are a backup set of strings and a tuner. Strings break; it’s a fact. It is more difficult to try and wind strings back around than it is to simply change them. While there aren’t too many choices of string gauge, pick from what you can find and use the most comfortable set.

Classical strings tend to last substantially longer than electric strings, so you won’t have to worry about changing too often unless you are harsh on your strings. Just be sure to wipe them down with a dry cloth after every practice. As far as the tuner, buy a tuner that either emits the pitch of the note or sense vibrational patterns, as you won’t be able to plug into a modern tuner.

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