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This article is from the Songwriting FAQ, by Greg Skinner gds@best.com.

6. What's a good instrument to use for songwriting?

There are several schools of thought on this issue. Some people feel
the best instruments are a pencil and paper. Others use an instrument
such as a guitar or piano to write with. Still others use sequencers
and recording gear.

Most people like to write with instruments that can produce chords,
such as guitars or keyboards. However, you shouldn't feel as if you
are limited only to those. Use whatever you feel comfortable with,
keeping in mind that different situations will call for different
instruments.

 

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