You’ve heard the promises—fluent English in three months, abs in 30 days, or mastering some mystical kung fu just by looking confused and adorable in the street. At this point, nobody buys into these instant fixes, right?

But then…I got my hands on this. And let me tell you, it’s real. In a day, maybe just a couple of hours—heck, even the time you spend procrastinating—you could be a guitar-strumming pro. Yes, faster than it takes to watch one of my videos.

Three moves, two simple tricks, and suddenly, you can play pretty much any song. When I first received the Liberlive No-String Guitar, I’ll admit I was a bit skeptical. The box was so small, I thought they accidentally sent me one of those “Learn Guitar in a Week” books. But then I opened it up, and bam! You snap it open here, pull it up there, hit the power button, and boom—you’re halfway to rockstar status. Even I didn’t realize how easy it was.

The other half? Well, just remember these two magic codes: 1645 and 4536251. Congratulations! The only thing left for you to wonder is, “Is there a song I can’t play?” Those numbers represent common chord progressions in music, covering most popular songs. Each number corresponds to a fret on the Liberlive. You pick your song, follow the pattern, hold down the frets, and strum away.

Don’t feel like memorizing codes? No problem! There’s a babysitter mode for that. Just pull out your phone, fire up the app, and pick a song from the library. Watch the light cues for chord changes—strum with your right hand, press with your left. It’s that simple.

Now, you might be thinking, “But what if I want to change keys?” Easy! Just twist the knob at the head of the guitar—it’s like an automatic capo, adjusting the key to whatever suits you best.

Feeling like a solo act isn’t cutting it anymore? Activate the drum and bass features. Suddenly, it’s like you’ve got a whole band backing you up. Oh, and don’t forget—it needs charging, but with a USB-C port and a solid 6-7 hours of continuous play on a full charge, you’re set for most jam sessions.

By this point, you’ve probably realized—you already know how to play! But before you rush to buy one, hear me out. I don’t want you to fall into the 3-minute-impulse-buy trap. Make sure this is really what you need.

I’ve been playing guitar for over six months now, and I first came across this gadget at a friend’s house. I remember joking, “This thing is just a toy. Who in their right mind would play it? It’s an insult to my guitar skills!” Fast forward a few minutes, and there I was, strumming and singing along, ♪ I’ve finally arrived ♪, but a little more emotional—♪ achieving our dreams, but all alone ♪. Yep, I could play it—and it was weirdly satisfying.

So, here’s my advice: Don’t judge something too quickly. You might ask, “Why not just open up a karaoke app and sing along? Why bother with this?” Well, it’s not the same. There’s a sense of involvement with this guitar, and let’s be honest—the sleek design doesn’t hurt. I won’t tell if you won’t. No one has to know it’s this easy to learn!

Honestly, I’ve played more songs in the past few hours with this thing than I have in months of lessons. And those lessons aren’t cheap, by the way. Plus, with my busy schedule, I often end up skipping lessons altogether, which means I pay for lessons I don’t even attend. Talk about wasted time and money.

For those of you who dream of playing guitar but haven’t touched a real six-string before, this is a perfect gateway. It’s easy to pick up, super portable, and once you buy it—you basically know how to play. Sure, it’s a bit on the heavier side at around 2kg, but that weight gives it a solid, non-plastic feel, making it worth every penny. The build quality is impressive, and the color options are a fun touch. Mine’s pink, but my friend’s white one looks equally cool. And trust me, the sound quality—whether through its built-in speaker or connected to an amp—won’t let you down.

Before I wrap this up, I’ll admit: It won’t fully replace a traditional guitar. But the joy it brings? You can’t understand until you try it. For pros, this can be a creative tool—an easy way to capture musical ideas on the go or spark new inspiration.

So no, the Liberlive No-String Guitar isn’t unprofessional. It’s just that technology has made it easier for beginners to dive into music and for pros to simplify their creative process. Music is meant to be pure fun—something to enjoy after a long day or while juggling a hectic life. And hey, even if you don’t have the time or energy to master a real guitar, that doesn’t mean you can’t dream and sing along.