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Hi, this is coming from someone who has played guitar since he was 10 and has taught many people to play. Its all my opinion ultimately, but I’ve tried to be as objective as I can.

Are there differences between the different types of guitars? Yes. Are there reasons that people in different genres use different types of electric guitar? Yes. But if you are a beginner, none of that is too important.

If you know for certain that there is a particular guitar player and sound that you want to emulate, you can go for it and get the exact guitar they use, but if not, don't worry about it. You can, and people do, play all genres on all types of guitars. People play metal on telecasters, and people play jazz with solid body active pickup guitars.

I will say that i would avoid active pickups for now. Not because they are to advanced, or just for metal, or something like that, but rather because you generally, or maybe always will need a 9v battery to power them, which are expensive, and you don't want to overcomplicate things in the beginning

If you are a beginner, the number one question when choosing a guitar should be, is it comfortable/does it feel good to play? Not every type of guitar will feel good or click with every person, and not every, for example Stratocaster will be exactly the same, so it is important that you try them out before buying. That may be tricky given the ongoing apocalypse, but thats the best way to do it.

After that, find something that you really like the look of, so that when you see it, you really want to pick it up and play.

Also, If you are serious about learning to play, I would recommend getting something a little nicer than the absolute cheapest. Epiphones are quite good if you like Gibson guitars ( I think their es335 hollow body rip of is nice) or Mexican fenders are also great choices. Personally, i also love my Danelectro, another affordable guitar brand.

Best of luck!