What is a beat guitar?

A beat guitar, often associated with the rock and roll and pop music of the 1960s, is a type of Electric Guitar used primarily for rhythm playing. It typically features a solid body design and is used to create driving, rhythmic chords that complement the beat of a song. The term can also refer to a specific style of playing that emphasizes the downbeat, contributing to the overall groove of the music. Notable examples of beat guitarists include George Harrison of The Beatles and Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones.