r/Guitar_Theory
38k members
r/Guitar_Theory is a subreddit with 38k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and self-promotion, and the community frequently discusses guitar, theory, chords, scales, and lessons.
A place for guitarists to ask questions and discuss music theory concepts.
Popular Themes in r/Guitar_Theory
#1
Advice Requests
: "Can someone please explain "modes" and how to use them?"
21 posts
#2
Self-Promotion
: "Check out my new guitar iOS app, which includes fretboard exercises to help you learn and practice practical guitar theory"
7 posts
#3
Pain & Anger
: "A word of encouragement..."
4 posts
#4
Solution Requests
: "Free app for practicing guitar theory"
3 posts
Popular Topics in r/Guitar_Theory
#1
Guitar
: "I just wanted to share the best practice routine I've ever had after being a self-taught Guitarist"
98 posts
#2
Theory
: "I’m a designer who has spent 25+ years figuring out the guitar. Here’s how I simplified music Theory and unlocked the fretboard for myself. I hope it can help somebody else understand how Theory connects with guitar."
41 posts
#3
Chords
: "Usage of Diminished vs Min7 b5 Chords?"
34 posts
#4
Scales
: "How are you keeping all these Scales in your head!?"
31 posts
#5
Lessons
: "hit me up if you're a guitarist interested in a free month of Zoom Lessons. I'm a Berklee alum and teacher looking to work with more cool players from Reddit. Email: [email protected]"
12 posts
#6
Learning
: "Learning Guitar By Ear: Why You Need To Work On Transcribing."
11 posts
#7
Fretboard
: "What is the best way to memorize the Fretboard?"
10 posts
#8
Practice
: "I just wanted to share the best Practice routine I've ever had after being a self-taught guitarist"
10 posts
#9
Chord
: "Usage of Diminished vs Min7 b5 Chords?"
9 posts
#10
Music Theory
: "Where can I find a complete Music Theory course?"
9 posts
Flair Used in r/Guitar_Theory
#1
Question
: "What is the CAGED system?"
41 posts
#2
Resource
: "I’m a designer who has spent 25+ years figuring out the guitar. Here’s how I simplified music theory and unlocked the fretboard for myself. I hope it can help somebody else understand how theory connects with guitar."
27 posts
#3
Discussion
: "hey guitarists of reddit: hit me up if you'd like a free month of live lessons. I'm a berklee alum that teaches 2x a week on Zoom. Music theory and improvisation taught through a song of the week + Q&A. Happy to chat! -Josh"
11 posts
#4
Analysis
: "A Bach lesson for guitarists"
4 posts
#5
Meta
: "What should we do about external links?"
2 posts
#6
Monthly Thread
: "Composition Challenge #2, November 2022 - Melodic Rhythms, Group 1"
1 post
Member Growth in r/Guitar_Theory
Yearly
+5k members(15.6%)
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Last updated: June 14, 2026