Detail 01
Book/DVD package
Video covers what print can't show well: fretting-hand angle, pick motion, timing. The book carries the exercises and reference.
Product detailSKU #1273887984081
AlfredUltimate Beginner Series: Acoustic Guitar Complete (Book/DVD)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Alfred's from-zero acoustic guitar method with a DVD alongside the book. For a new player who wants to see technique demonstrated, not just read about it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Someone who just got a first acoustic and has no teacher
- Learners who need to watch a hand before copying it
- Self-paced students who want one book instead of a series
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who already know open chords and basic strumming
- Electric-focused players wanting amp, gain or lead material
- Anyone without a DVD player or drive to use the video
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Ultimate Beginner Series
Assumes zero experience. Starts with holding the instrument and naming strings, not with songs.
Detail 03
Acoustic-specific
Written around acoustic technique and string tension. Usable on electric, but nothing here covers amps or effects.
Detail 04
Complete edition
The beginner levels bound together, so the path continues past the first weeks without a second purchase.
Detail 05
$29.99
Cheaper than a single lesson, but no one checks your posture or corrects a bad habit before it sets.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No guitar included. You need an acoustic in playable tune first.
- 02DVD needs a player or an optical drive — many laptops no longer have one.
- 03Budget for a tuner and spare strings; both go early for beginners.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this include a guitar?
No. It's a book and DVD only. You supply the acoustic guitar.
02Will this work for electric guitar?
The fundamentals transfer, but it's written for acoustic. Nothing covers amplifiers, gain or effects.
03Do I need to read music already?
No. It's a beginner method built for people with no playing or reading background.
04Can I use the DVD on a computer?
You'll need an optical drive or an external DVD drive. Many current laptops don't include one.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
