Playing but Not Progressing?
End Your Guitar Plateau Now.
If you’ve been playing guitar for years yet the fretboard still feels like a maze, keep reading.
I’ve guided 15,000+ self‑taught guitarists past that wall by showing them how theory actually works on the guitar.
Guitar Theory Unlocked gives you the clear, step‑by‑step roadmap those players used to break free, gain clarity, and finally understand what they’re hearing.
Why So Many Guitarists Stay Stuck for Years
You’ve put in the time. You can play—but deep down, you know something’s missing.
You’re still relying on shapes, guesswork, and muscle memory instead of real understanding. Every time you try to go deeper—into theory, into improvisation—you hit a wall. And that constant “almost there” feeling? It’s frustrating.
It’s not that you haven’t worked hard. It’s that no one ever showed you how all the pieces fit together.
The Three Big Struggles Guitarists Face
(and Why GTU Solves Them)
1. “I’ve played for years, but I still don’t understand how music works.”
You’ve memorized chords, maybe even a few scale shapes… but the why behind it all? Still a mystery. GTU gives you a clear, practical framework to finally make sense of the music under your fingers.
2. “The fretboard still feels like a guessing game.”
You’re constantly second-guessing: Am I in the right key? Does this note fit? GTU teaches you how to navigate the neck with confidence—so you can stop guessing and start playing with purpose.
3. “Theory always felt overwhelming or irrelevant.”
You’ve tried learning theory before—books, videos, maybe even a class—but it never stuck. GTU breaks it down in plain English and shows you how to use it in real musical situations, not just pass a quiz.
That’s Where Guitar Theory Unlocked Comes In
Picture this: you’re playing with friends and someone starts singing.
Instead of sitting back unsure, you jump in—because you know what key they’re in, what chords make sense, and how to support the moment.
That’s when music clicks.
That’s why I built Guitar Theory Unlocked—to take you from guessing to knowing, from memorizing to understanding.
It’s not about learning more—it’s about finally learning the right things in the right order.
Inside the Course — What You’ll Learn and Why It Matters
The course includes 6.5 hours of focused, bite-sized video lessons—designed to be practical, digestible, and immediately applicable.
Module 1: Fretboard Foundations
Get grounded in the essentials. You’ll master string names, tuning methods (including Drop D), and learn how to map out the fretboard without guessing. This is the groundwork that makes everything else make sense.
Module 2: The Scale
This is where theory starts to click. You’ll learn how to build major scales in any key, understand the tone/semitone pattern, and unlock the framework that sits beneath every chord, lick, and melody you’ve ever played.
Module 3: Chords
Chords aren’t just shapes—they’re built from intervals and patterns you’ll actually understand by the end of this module. You’ll learn the number system, triads, inversions, and how to move chords across the neck with confidence.
Module 4: Relative Major & Minor
Here, you’ll start seeing how every major scale has a related minor—and how to switch between them in real time. This section connects directly to your playing, helping you understand mood shifts in progressions and solos.
Module 5: Useful Tools
You’ll put theory to work here: transposing songs, using the capo to change keys, navigating the fretboard with anchor notes, and identifying common chord progressions quickly—skills that translate directly to playing and songwriting.
Module 6: Working With Progressions
Here’s where theory starts to sound like music. You’ll explore the most common progressions used in modern songs, learn how to write chord charts, find the key of a song (by ear or by chord shape), and confidently transpose it to suit your voice.
There’s even a short songwriting section where we build a progression from scratch—so you’re not just learning about theory, you’re using it creatively.
Module 7: Chord Hacking 101
(Deluxe package only — normally $50 on its own)
This bonus module is where chords start sounding like you. You’ll dive deep into:
It’s a full 2-hour course that’s regularly available for $50 on its own—but included free when you choose the Deluxe bundle.
You’ll walk away with a toolbox of chords that make your playing sound more expressive and musical—whether you’re strumming at home or writing your own material.
Bonus: Theory "Study Buddy"
Learning theory is one thing—putting it into practice is where the real magic happens.
The Theory Study Buddy is a 1-hour guided practice session designed to help you review key concepts, reinforce your understanding, and actually use what you’ve learned in a hands-on way.
Whether you’re working through scales, chords, or progressions, this bonus session acts like a friendly coach sitting beside you—keeping you on track, motivated, and moving forward.
It’s included free in both the Basic and Deluxe packages.
What Makes GTU Different?
Benefit | How we deliver it |
|---|---|
Finish the whole course in a weekend—without overload. | 28 concise videos (avg. 13 min) |
Structured for real results—not information overload. | 6.5 hours of focused, no-fluff video training |
See every finger move clearly, so you can copy it in one take. | Three‑camera HD view + on‑screen TAB |
Lock each concept into muscle memory before you click “Next.” | Hands-on quiz or exercise in most sections |
Stay on track and get answers the moment you’re stuck. | Progress tracker + friendly Q&A support |
Try it for 60 days—keep all progress or your money. | No-weasel-clauses guarantee |
Join 15,000+ players who broke their plateau with this roadmap. | Proven track record since 2008 |
"I've learned more since taking Guitar Theory Unlocked than in my 47 years of playing - now I'm gigging with a band!"
~ Jeff Russ
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"This Course Changed Everything For Me..."
“This course is the bedrock you’ll build on the rest of your life—so clearly and simply shown.”
~ Tim Kinamon
“My playing has improved greatly. Understanding the fretboard and bar-chords finally makes sense.”
~ Seann Haver
“Out of all the books and videos I’ve bought, your method is the easiest to follow.”
~ Guillermo Dardon
“It’s made things a lot clearer and opened up new arranging ideas.”
~ Peter McLean
“Learning the pentatonic scale changed everything—all my progress stems from that insight.”
~ Torolf Kullas
“I’m playing more, getting better, and feeling far less frustrated.”
~ Bob Lutzkow
“This opened my eyes to a whole new world of music.”
~ Charley Jeffreys
Your Guitar, Your Future
Picture picking up your guitar tomorrow, choosing any key, and knowing exactly where your next note belongs.
That’s what understanding theory—applied the PlayGuitar.com way—does for you.
👉 Click Start Now, choose Basic or Deluxe, and I’ll meet you in Lesson 1.
Because life’s too short to stay stuck on the same three chords.
Rock on!
Jonathan Boettcher
Founder, PlayGuitar.com — 15,000+ students and counting
PS. You have 60 days to road-test the entire course. If your playing doesn’t feel noticeably smarter, email me and keep the bonuses as thanks for trying.