This is why I suggest the alternative of "get an instrument and learn to play it," because it bypasses those roadblocks. And if it gets you to the point where i

This is why I suggest the alternative of "get an instrument and learn to play it," because it bypasses those roadblocks. And if it gets you to the point where it provides you with some enjoyment, so much the better. Now, you have to choose an instrument. There's a good reason why the guitar remains popular. The learning curve for tone production is extremely gentle, and there's a huge variety of styles that you can enjoy, plus online learning materials. It's portable, affordable, and alcohol powered. ;-) It looks like Fender is moving towards a new business model that revolves around learning to play.