Techniques such as power chords and finger tapping can be found on guitars ranging from the iconic Fender Stratocaster to Gibson Les Paul. Choosing one virtuoso over the other is extremely difficult. In fact, it was understood that the debate itself had sparked several heated debates. The 1960s produced more than their fair share of six-string slayers, but the 1980s revolutionized the concept of what is possible with a standard electric guitar. We compiled a list of the world’s greatest guitar players, taking into account their techniques and contributions to the instrument.

A-List Of Guitarists Who Have Influenced Many Musicians