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This is a question we get asked a lot. I've taught dozens of people with small hands and they tend to be very aware and conscious of their hand size and it worries them. Relax, there is no such thing as having 'too small' hands to play guitar. ... There is no such thing as having 'too-small' hands to play guitar.
- Does hand size matter in guitar?
- Are small hands better for guitar?
- Can I shred guitar with small hands?
Does hand size matter in guitar?
Does hand size matter? Yes, having a smaller than average hand size does make some chord grips tougher. ... However, if you're hands are massive or on the thicker size, then it can be hard to even play what I consider to be the two easiest chords on guitar - E major and A major.
Are small hands better for guitar?
Generally speaking, the thinner the neck of the guitar, the easier it is to play. That's why it's important as a player with small hands to choose your neck shape carefully. C-shapes are your best choice. ... A shorter scale guitar has less space between frets, making it easier to stretch with small fingers.
Can I shred guitar with small hands?
it's totally possible, personally i don't have big hands or long fingers and i have no trouble.. stretch can be marginally gained just by practice, and you'll develop your own technique to play at your most effective.. if you're young(i have no idea how old you are), you'll still have hand growing to do too..
