OT, I posted the below in the downstairs thread, but wanted to be sure it was seen by William.

re: #62 William Barnett-Lewis

Can’t speak to the quality of the gear, having never tried it or heard it. Nor do I claim to be any type of expert. However:

My Telecaster is a favorite guitar. Easier to tune and keep in tune than a Strat. Very easy to play with a light action. An inexpensive version may not have the tone of a better one, but for your purposes should be fine. If there is a music store nearby that carries Fender/Squire you might go try one to check the feel and tone. Like I said, never played a Squire telecaster so my comments are based on playing my Fender.

As far as the amp, my spouse regularly walks around the house and announces that we have “too much stuff”. I may have a small Peavey amp that I’d be willing to pass along. Brand new, never used. Would rather it go to a good home than sit unused. Already have a number of amps and really have no need for the tiny one. It’s similar to the Fender pictured. I’d part with it for no charge; it would make the spouse happy to see stuff go out the door.

The only other advice I’d offer is to consider a classical guitar. My experience is that nylon string guitars are better than electrics for new students. I believe Yamaha makes some inexpensive guitars that can sound decent and play fairly well for a beginner guitar. Also, when I need to sharpen up my playing I usually switch to an acoustic for a while; you find out quickly where you were “cheating” or being sloppy.

I find playing guitar to be a great stress reliever. Good luck!