Blogs

How to Learn Guitar with Arthritis or a Disability

April 5, 2026

Arthritis, limited mobility, and disabilities don't have to stop you from playing guitar. ChordBuddy eliminates the finger strength barrier completely. Read more...

The Best Guitar Gift for Kids, Adults, and Seniors

April 5, 2026

Looking for a guitar gift that actually gets used? ChordBuddy works for ages 6 to 96. Here's which package to buy for every age group. Read more...

ChordBuddy FAQ — Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

April 4, 2026

Does ChordBuddy really work? What guitars does it fit? How long to learn? Answers to the most common questions about ChordBuddy. Read more...

Best Guitar Learning Tools for Beginners in 2026 — An Honest Review

April 4, 2026

We looked at ChordBuddy, Fender Play, Yousician, Justin Guitar, and Simply Guitar. Here's where each one fits and which one is right for you. Read more...

Why Rhythm and Timing Matter More Than Chords When Learning Guitar

April 4, 2026

Most guitar methods start with finger positions. Science says start with rhythm. Learn why the rhythm-first approach produces better guitarists faster. Read more...

What's the Easiest/Fastest way to learn the Guitar

April 4, 2026

The easiest way to learn guitar is starting with rhythm, not finger positions. ChordBuddy lets you play songs in 60 seconds and graduate in 60 days. Read more...

Is ChordBuddy a crutch? Why Training wheels work for the Guitar

April 4, 2026

ChordBuddy isn't a crutch — it's training wheels. 300,000+ players have graduated from the device in 60 days. Here's why the rhythm-first method works. Read more...

“Christmas in July? Here’s Why It’s the Perfect Time to Learn Guitar”

June 27, 2025

Forget waiting until December — Christmas in July is here, and it’s bringing music with it. If you’ve ever dreamed of playing guitar, or you know someone who has, there’s no better gift to give (or receive) than the gift of music. And right now, CHORDBUDDY is making that easier — and more fun — than ever before. Why now? Why July? Because learning guitar doesn’t have to wait until winter. In fact, summer is the perfect time to get started: Kids are home from school Grandparents are visiting Campfires,... Read more...

432 Hz vs. 440 Hz: Is the ‘Forbidden Frequency’ Fact or Fiction?

June 25, 2025

432 Hz vs. 440 Hz: Is the ‘Forbidden Frequency’ Fact or Fiction? Lets Find out. Read more...

Learn Guitar Fast — Even If You're Over 50 and Just Getting Started

June 21, 2025

If you’re a male over 50 looking to learn guitar fast, ChordBuddy is the simple, frustration-free way to play real songs starting day one — no prior experience needed. Read more...

Everyone Gets It… Just Not at the Same Time

June 19, 2025

Don’t quit. Everyone gets it — just not at the same time. That’s the hard truth nobody tells you when you’re first learning to play guitar — or anything else in life, really. Some people pick it up fast. Their fingers fall right into place. Muscle memory kicks in early. But for others? It’s slower. Clumsier. More frustrating. That doesn’t mean you’re not meant to play. It just means your timeline is different. I was talking to a guitar teacher recently who said, “If someone quits before it clicks, they... Read more...

5 Habits of Every Successful Beginner Guitar or Ukulele Player

June 13, 2025

Want to succeed with guitar or ukulele? These 5 habits separate the frustrated quitters from the confident beginners. Read on and start your journey right! Read more...

Don’t Be This Guy: 5 Big Mistakes Guitar Beginners Make (And How to Fix ’Em)

June 12, 2025

New to guitar? Here are the top 5 beginner mistakes — and how to fix ’em fast so you can play with confidence Read more...