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Epiphone Elitist Byrdland Guitar, Natural Gold HardwareEpiphone Elitist Byrdland Guitar, Natural Gold Hardware
Buy new: $1,999.99
Incredible guitar. A bit pricey for my list. But still a good value believe it or not. Fast neck!
Levy's Soft Suede Guitar Strap, BlackLevy's Soft Suede Guitar Strap, Black
Buy new: $29.99
Don't skimp on your strap. Fat and comfy is the way to go. Avoid trendy colors and graphics to sacrifice comfort.
Hiwatt Bulldog 30R Combo AmpHiwatt Bulldog 30R Combo Amp
Ballsy and with reverb. Great practice amp loud enough to shred.
Pignose G40V Tube AmpPignose G40V Tube Amp
Buy new: $269.00
Excellent choice for introduction to tube amp heaven. Once you go tube you don't go back.
Ernie Ball Junior Size Volume Pedal-Mono, 250KErnie Ball Junior Size Volume Pedal-Mono, 250K
Buy new: $97.58
An often overlooked pedal. Once you get one you'll never go without it again. Handy handy handy.
Dunlop Dual Design Straplok System, NickelDunlop Dual Design Straplok System, Nickel
Buy new: $16.57
ALWAYS use these. have a set and strap for EVERY guitar you own. A few dollars now may save you big $$$ later.
Dunlop Rockman Guitar Ace Headphone AmplifierDunlop Rockman Guitar Ace Headphone Amplifier
Buy new: $69.95
Great for midnight practice or apartment dwellers. Useless at band practice. These phones are NOT comfy.
Sony Pro MDR-7506 HeadphonesSony Pro MDR-7506 Headphones
Buy new: $97.07
Sony makes a decent set of phones here. DO NOT skimp on your headphones or you'll be sorry and waste money in the long run. Be prepared to spend about $100 for quality.
Line 6 GuitarPort XTLine 6 GuitarPort XT
Buy new: $99.99
Not a bad set up for PC recording and jamming. Can be very useful. Also can be useless. Its up to your needs.
Ernie Ball Regular Slinky String Set (10 - 46)Ernie Ball Regular Slinky String Set (10 - 46)
Buy new: $3.34
Strings are a very personal choice. I used EB for years, then switched to Fenders. Try many kinds for a long time.
Dunlop Ergo PickholderDunlop Ergo Pickholder
Buy new: $2.61
An axeman should keep several of these, and ALWAYS keep one with you at all times. You never know.
Monster Standard 100 Instrument Cable 21 ft. - straight 1/4 plugs S100-I-21Monster Standard 100 Instrument Cable 21 ft. - straight 1/4 plugs S100-I-21
Buy new: $14.60 / Used from: $12.50
Never skimp on your cables. The less you realise their there the better.
GHS Fast-Fret String CleanerGHS Fast-Fret String Cleaner
Buy new: $4.39
Use regularly.
Herco Mini Repair KitHerco Mini Repair Kit
Buy new: $19.99
A proper guitarists knows how to set up, care for, and maintain their axe to give complete effeciency. Learn!
Yamaha YT-240 String Instrument TunerYamaha YT-240 String Instrument Tuner
Buy new: $26.99
an absolute must for ALL guitarists. This one works fine. In your lifetime you'll own many of these. Go digital. Later, spend big money for one.
Traynor Custom Valve 80 YCV80 80W All Tube 2x12 Combo Amp with Celestion SpeakersTraynor Custom Valve 80 YCV80 80W All Tube 2x12 Combo Amp with Celestion Speakers
Buy new: $879.95
An amp to look for in the future as you progress. Tube amps are without a doubt the way to go. A good clubbing amp.