Description
There are two main guitar categories, namely electric and acoustic. This last category contains a large number of subcategories such as classical, flat-topped, steel string or flamenco guitars. Electric guitars can have hollow, solid or semi-hollow bodies and the vibration of the steel strings is converted into signals that are then fed to an amplifier.
Alternative labels
variations of guitars
a type of guitar
varieties of guitars
guitar types
categories of guitars
brands of guitars
types of guitar
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Types of guitars is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Guitar maker: Guitar makers create and assemble parts to build guitars according to specified instructions or diagrams. They work wood, measure and attach strings, test quality of strings and inspect the finished instrument.
Optional knowledge
Types of guitars is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Stringed musical instrument maker: Stringed musical instrument makers create and assemble parts to create stringed instruments according to specified instructions or diagrams. They sand wood, measure and attach strings, test quality of strings and inspect the finished instrument.
References
- Types of guitars – ESCO
