I would suggest learning on an acoustic. If you become more serious about it you can always buy an electric. Generally... acoustics are better beginner tools because they play differently than electics. Acoustics will develop your hhand and finger strenght quicker and you will develop your dexterity a lot faster... making the switch to electric that much easier. Also, acoustics don't require amps and electricity... so you can play anytime, anywhere. Also... you will learn to develop your style to get the most out of the guitar. A lot of people that start out on electrics get caught up in using effects and distortion... then when someone flips there amp to a clean channel they don't know what to do. This is just my suggestion, I think it's beneficial for a guitar player to learn on acoustic first. Good luck