# Midpoint Between Guitar Hero and Guitar Lessons The E-Z Chord Kit By Howard Wu | Published 2008-07-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-z-chord-kit-shortcut-to-learning-guitar References: [skymall](http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=102176391) Johnson Smith has just patented the midway point between traditional guitar lessons and the Guitar Hero video game. Their E-Z Chord kit invention allows guitarists to combine the simplicity of button-pushing with the strumming of [actual guitar strings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-guitars). The E-Z Chord device allows aspiring musicians to replace the finger maneuvers of their “fret hand” with numbered button pushing. It is really a simple looking device which can be attached and detached to the neck of a guitar in minutes (see picture). For the price of $41.98, this piece is available with an instructional DVD guide and [24-page songbook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chords-lyrics). You can also try learning with [online lessons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notewize-guitar-lessons): ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Simplified Guitar Learning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technology that further simplifies the guitar learning process, making it accessible to even more aspiring musicians. - **Integration of Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative guitar learning tools that integrate technology, such as mobile apps or virtual reality, to enhance the learning experience. - **Gamification of Music Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of gamification in music education, combining elements of gaming and learning to engage and motivate aspiring musicians. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Music Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new teaching methodologies and technologies that revolutionize music education, making it more accessible and engaging for learners. - **Guitar Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce guitars with built-in technology or features that cater to learners, providing them with an enhanced learning experience. - **Edtech:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create educational technology platforms or apps that focus on music education, offering interactive and personalized learning experiences for aspiring musicians. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Inclusive Guitar Learning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-learning-system.md) - [Illuminated Guitar-Learning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fret-zealot-2.md) - [Digitized Guitar Learning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-guitar-tutor.md) - [Digitized Guitar Whammy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-whammy-bar.md) - [Effect-Emitting Guitar Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-gadgets.md) - [Guitar Learning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-guitar-chords.md) - [Headstock-Topped MIDI Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-guitars.md) - [Children-Forward Guitar Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smallscale-electric-guitars.md) - [Multifunctional Music Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chorda.md)