Can I play guitar with small hands?

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. Everyone can learn to play the guitar.

Can my hands be too small to play guitar?

Your hands are never too small to play guitar and you don't need a reduced-size guitar to play. Some people may prefer a reduced-size guitar, but even those people are capable of playing a full-sized guitar with some proper training.

Do your hands need to be big to play guitar?

No, you don't need big hands to play guitar.

It is all about practice and having the right technique at all times. Every single person is able to play the guitar regardless of whether they have huge hands or small ones.

Is Ed Sheeran's guitar small?

Ed Sheeran's guitars are so small because he prefers the feel and sound of 3/4 size guitars compared to full-size guitars. The smaller body creates a different type of guitar tone which suits Ed Sheeran's style of music.

Can fat fingered people play guitar?

When fingering chords, many players get into the habit of collapsing back their finger tips. If you have larger fingers, you need to be more conscious of keeping your fingers vertical against the strings, using more of the actual tip, closer to the finger nail, to fret the string.

How to play guitar with SMALL HANDS

Does short fingers affect guitar playing?

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. Everyone can learn to play the guitar.

Can you play guitar with short stubby fingers?

In my years of playing guitar I have encountered many accomplished guitar players with small hands and stubby fingers. They simply learned how to make the most of what they were given and did not consider it to be an impediment to achieving great things on the guitar.

Can you make your fingers longer?

Key takeaways. While you can't make your fingers any longer or your palm any larger, a few easy exercises can make your hands stronger and increase your fingers' flexibility. These exercises can give you a firmer grip and a slightly wider hand span.

Are 3/4 size guitars good for adults?

Even though 3/4-sized guitars are recommended for 8-12-year-olds, this doesn't mean they are not suitable for adults, too. Increasingly, adult players - even experienced ones - have been opting for playing 3/4 size guitars too, due to the convenient size (especially when travelling) and the more punchy sound.

Why my hands are too small?

Brachydactyly is a shortening of the fingers and toes due to unusually short bones. This is an inherited condition, and in most cases does not present any problems for the person who has it. Acrodysostosis is another cause of small hands.

Does size matter in guitar?

Guitars come in different sizes and the size of your guitar has a big impact on playability. If you've ever seen a young child struggle to play a full-sized guitar, it should be clear why matching the right size guitar to each person is important.

Is guitar hard to learn?

Guitar is hard to learn in the beginning, but gets easier the longer you stick with it. The more you practice, the easier guitar will feel to play.

What guitar is best for short fingers?

Is there a guitar for people with short fingers?

There are a ton of ¾ or “travel” sized guitars currently on the market and they are perfect for people with smaller hands. Popular models include the Little Martin, Ed Sheeran's signature Martin, the Baby and Big Baby Taylor, and Fender's Travel acoustic guitars.

Did Stevie Ray Vaughan have small hands?

Stevie Ray Vaughan had Popeye forearms, and each finger was about the size of two of mine taped together. My hands are probably larger than average, but not enormous. I shook Steve Vai's hand once, and his fingers wrapped all the way around my hand like a blanket.

How long does it take to learn guitar?

For someone who practices around 30 minutes a day, 3-5 days a week, with medium intensity, it'll take roughly 1-2 months to play beginner guitar songs, and approximately 3-6 months to confidently play intermediate and slightly more advanced songs with technical elements.

Can you play guitar with long nails?

Most guitar players regard any nail that extends over the edge of your finger pad as a long nail; the vast majority of guitarists keep their nails well short of that edge. Generally, any nail hovering around the length of your finger pad won't be a major problem in your playing.

When I play guitar my fingers keep touching other strings?

"Curl" Your Fingers To Play The Notes

Use the tip of fingers to fret the notes. Try to curl your fingers a little when fretting. This will help keep the flat part off of other strings.

Does finger size affect guitar playing?

Does hand size matter? Yes, having a smaller than average hand size does make some chord grips tougher. For example, the C major chord was a real issue for me when i was first learning, and it can give many people trouble.

What size guitar should I get if im 5 4?

Full-Size Guitar (by 20^th century standards)

On average, a full size guitar is comfortable for those around 5' or taller. Again, the decision to use a full-size guitar is up to the player and their perceived comfort upon playing the instrument.

Which guitar is best for beginners?

Do hands get bigger with age?

The hands and faces of some grownups do get a little bit bigger as they get older. This happens because the brain produces something called growth hormone, which helps make the bones of kids grow a lot longer and wider.