The guitar is a widely used string instrument, which is loved by music lovers for its rich timbre and diverse playing methods. Guitars usually have six strings, but there are also four strings, seven strings, twelve strings, and so on. It can be divided into several main categories such as classical guitar, folk guitar and electric guitar.
The classical guitar is mainly nylon string, soft tone, suitable for playing classical music and folk music. Its body is usually small, the use of fingering when playing, not suitable for intense playing. Folk guitars use steel strings, sound bright, suitable for all kinds of pop music and folk music. It has a large body and can withstand strong playing force.
Electric guitars use electronic pickups to convert string vibrations into electrical signals, which can produce a variety of sound effects and timbre. Electric guitar is widely used in rock, blues, jazz and other modern music styles, and the design of its body chord can be customized according to the music style.
Guitar playing techniques are varied, including fingering, sweeping strings, glissando and so on. Whether as a solo instrument or an accompaniment instrument, the guitar can bring a rich expression to music creation and performance.