The heart of all classic rock music doesn't just lie with the lyrics; it also lies with the electric guitar and the various sounds that it can produce. There are so many kids across the block who would give anything to play like Ritchie Blackmore, Carlos Santana, Jimmy Page etc. These men are not just some of the best guitarists of their times, they are legends.

Rock gigs were the rage in the 70's and they drove innumerable kids to buy their 1st electric guitars. In this day and age, video games like Guitar Hero World Tour are having a similar effect.

Electric guitars come in a lot of sizes and designs with the aerodynamic designs being some of the most popular. But hold back! Do not go for the 1st electric guitar you see. You need to look around and check out the wide range of prices and models before you buy one. In fact, one of the neatest ways to pick a guitar is by the brand or by the style. Here's our take on the 4 basic styles: