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Quick Answer
You do not need a capo to start electric guitar, but it is useful if you play songs that use open chords in different keys. A simple spring capo is fine for most beginners.
Buy picks, tuner, cable, and spare strings first. Add a capo when the songs you want to learn actually call for one.
Related: What to Buy With Your First Electric Guitar and Beginner Guitar Starter Kit Canada.
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