Essential Equipment by Phase
Beginner Acoustic or Electric
A comfortable-to-play acoustic (Yamaha FG800) or electric with a small practice amp (Squier Bullet + Fender Champion 20). Clip-on tuner (Snark) and a pack of medium picks.
Capo & Chord Reference
A spring capo for transposing open-chord shapes, a chord chart poster or app (Chordify), and a metronome app for strumming practice.
Backing Tracks & Looper
Access to backing-track libraries (YouTube 'blues backing track in A') and optionally a simple looper pedal for solo practice.
Recommended Channels
JustinGuitar
The most comprehensive free structured beginner-to-intermediate guitar course on the internet, closely matching this curriculum's phase structure.
Marty Music
Song-focused tutorials that turn chord and strumming skills directly into recognizable repertoire.
Paul Davids
In-depth technique and lead guitar breakdowns, ideal for Phase 4 pentatonic and improvisation work.