Which leg should you rest your guitar on?

For a classical guitar, a proper way is to rest it on your left leg (if you’re right handed). Acoustic and electric guitars don’t follow these “rules”. You can play them on either your right or left leg, depending on your comfort.

Why do guitarists switch guitars?

Bands change guitars to quickly utilize different tunings, variations in tone, and to make small adjustments (like changing a broken string). Alternatively, some guitars just sound better for a specific song or style of music. Of course, not every guitarist needs multiple guitars.

Why do guitarists have multiple guitars?

Having multiple guitars makes it easier for guitarists to play songs with different tuning easily. Let say a guitarist has 3 guitars and they are tuned to standard, half step down and drop d respectively then he/she can switch between them to play a song with a specific tuning without wasting time to change the tuning.

Why do bands tune down?

Tuning down lowers string tension, which changes the harmonics of the string vibration, generally giving the guitar an overall darker tone. Bands will often play live with their songs transposed down half a step.

Do you need different guitars for different songs?

While a skilled, determined picker can make just about any guitar work for any tune, solo, or song, different guitar designs produce unique tones. And a guitar that’s notably different from what you’re used to can help you to develop your skills in a new way or adapt them more easily to a new style.

How many guitars does the average guitarist own?

Research suggests the average player now owns between seven and eight guitars (though the figures referenced here are, at best, anecdotal), meaning the guitarist with one good amp and electric is increasingly an anomaly.

Do you really need two guitars?

You don’t need more than two or three guitars. One electric guitar, one acoustic and one classical guitar are just enough to fully satisfy your needs. You can desire one hundred guitars, but the reality is such that you’ll play not more than three regularly. There’s just not enough time to play more.