From Jimi Hendrix to Ed Sheeran, every guitar hero started somewhere - so stop dreaming and start playing!Covering acoustic and electric, this book includes everything you need to know, from choosing your instrument and reading guitar tab, to using amplifiers and effects. Easy-to-follow lessons take you through all the steps to becoming a great guitar player: from tuning for beginners to advanced techniques for experienced players such as fingerpicking and two-handed tapping.Pick up guitar theory along the way including rhythm, chords, and scales, and how to fine-tune your playing for blues, pop, rock, and more. The Complete Guitar Manual also helps you take your music to the next level with practical tips on forming a band, recording, and playing gigs. Whether you want to play along with your favorite songs at home or rock out onstage, this is the ultimate step-by-step guide to guitar greatness. With superb photography, easy-to-understand tips and tricks, and free downloadable tutorial videos accompanying each session, you will learn how to play the guitar like a pro and hit all the right notes.