The #1 Thing To Look For In A Guitar If You Want To Shred

Jul 26, 2025

We’re living in the easiest—and maybe the most overwhelming—time to buy a guitar. Solid axes are more affordable than ever, and even budget models come loaded with features that used to be reserved for high-end gear.

But here’s the problem: with so many choices out there, it’s easy to get stuck. Should you go for active pickups? A thinner neck? Locking tuners? Everyone’s got an opinion, and the advice often sounds the same.

But what if all that gear talk is missing the real reason you should choose one guitar over another, especially if you’re serious about improving your shred skills?

In this episode, I’m going to share the #1 thing to look for when buying a new guitar, and chances are… it’s not what you think.

Let’s jump in.

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