12 string vs 6 string Reddit

Most of the music I like seems to be played on 7-string guitars.

I bought a 6-string because I thought it would be easier to learn on it, but I'm starting to think that might not have been in the right choice.

I can still return the 6-string, but I'm just not sure if that's the right way to go.

Is there any reason to stick with a 6-string if most of the songs you want to play use 7-strings?

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Every beginner tutorial is geared towards 6 string guitars. Every beginner article is as well. Sure, you could just ignore the 7th string and not use it but then what have you got it for? And it will still get in the way. And the neck is wider, which makes things harder to play.

This guitar very likely isn't your last one. Just stick with it until you're ready to take on songs that need 7 strings

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No, you should keep your 6 string and start slow with the basics before you start learning songs.

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That's the reason I initially bought it, but is there a reason why learning the basics on the 7-string is a bad idea?

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Angel Vivaldi doesn’t even have a 6-string anymore. Although he’s a virtuoso and we aren’t, his case is proof that you can survive without a 6 if you want to play 7.

If technical metal is what you want to play, and you have the drive to learn, and have sufficiently large hands, that extra string won’t stop you from progressing. But if you don’t have the extra string you need to learn the songs that you want, you’ll probably drop the instrument out of boredom.

Why buy a violin if you want to play a cello? Get the 7-string if you’re committed to 7-string music.

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Tune the six string down to match the 7 string. That's what I did for a year or two before I finally got a 7. As a beginner you won't be soloing so you can get by with a six

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I'm leaning more towards sticking with the six anyways as I want to have both.

Not like I'll be doing my metal solos any time soon anyways.

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Hey just wanted to give you an update, finally did the switch and got a 7 string Schecter SLS Elite. This thing is spec'd out like crazy and the 7th string feels like an extension of my arm. Have to get used to chord shapes now, but it feels so natural. The lows are effing low too, just so much full bottom end for thick juicy chords and riffing, and you still have your standard 6 string right above it, which i was happy that I could still play all my old songs without having to switch guitars.

I say go for the 7 strings man, but only after you play that 6 for a little while and get used to playing that. Give it a year or so, but yes make the transition, its so fun down here.

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Thanks! Glad to hear you're loving it.

I'll probably do that, play the 6 string for a year or so then also a purchase a 7 string.

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You should start with what inspired you to play, you'll likley be more dedicated to it.

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That's what I was thinking.

But on the other hand, I probably won't be able to play those songs for a long time anyways.

Hard decision. :(

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Return it and buy both used

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This is already used.

Got an ESP MII. I'm kind of leaning towards keeping it cause I want both, and getting the 7 string in a year.

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6 string is the best option for a beginner, you will have plenty of time to buy a 7 string when you're deciding on a new guitar later down the line, for learning purposes your life would be a lot easier using a 6 string. You need to lay down the foundations first, there will be plenty of amazing music you can play with the 6 string.

I've not met a guitarist who wasn't thinking about upgrading after a year of playing, get your foot in the door first with your 6 string and in a year or so you will be in a way better place to make a decision on a new guitar, such as your 7 string.

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Learn on what you'll be using the most. You can learn everything you would on a 6, on a 7 string.

I wish I did that. I'll be moving onto a 7 when I upgrade to a prestige next year.

Get used to a 7 string now, so it's not awkward later on.

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You have to learn on the six string. If you don't already know how to play, a seven string will be horrible.

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Not really. I don’t think there is much more of a learning curve to be honest. The last 6 strings is basically and 6-string so if you wanted to learn traditionally you still have that option. The 7th string would be there for you if you decided to pursue playing those songs you like so much. Ultimately, pursue what you want to do.

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If You want to Play 7 string stuff, get a 7 string. Why wouldnt You start learning on What You want to use?

There’s no use of Getting an acoustic If You want to rock out to master of puppets.

Or Getting a 6 string If You wanna rock some Meshuggah.

I’ve played a 6 string for a while, But I got the 8 string bug recently And decided to go straight for the 8 string And skip the 7 string.

Because why set roadblocks for yourself And delay that What You want?

Even When You get a 7 string or 8 string, You’ll have to take some time to relearn the stuff for it, to get used to extra strings, cause your muscle Memory will be confused... At least I was a bit Like that When I tried a 7 string in the store for the first time.

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· 3 yr. agoSchecter Banshee 7 & 8 - G&L ASAT

If you really want to play 7 strings, play a 7 string. That's what I did when I started.

I like metal and hardcore, so I didn't start off playing cowboy chords, Nirvana, and other typical beginner stuff on my 7 string. I never read any of the beginner's tutorials or watched the videos. I started off looking up tabs for and learning metal and hardcore songs that I liked, because that's what I wanted to do. Later on when I wanted to learn 6 string stuff, I'd already developed the skill of avoiding the wrong strings through normal playing and it wasn't a problem.

Playing music you like will do far more to help with keeping your interest in the instrument than anything else, so don't get concerned if music you don't care about will be harder to play, because... I mean, that's not what you're here for, is it?

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