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Gibson Custom Shop 1956 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue VOS Guitar with Case
$4,999.00Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail. 1956 was the only full y...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Custom Black Beauty 3 PU VOS Ebony
$6,899.00Gibson Custom Shop is proud to revive every last detail of the original "Black Beauty" for this '57 Les Paul Custom Reissue, from the dimensions and contours to the precise inlay patterns to the entire ownership exp...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Mahogany Futura Reissue Guitar with Case
$5,499.00When Gibson designed a new trio of futuristic-looking guitars in 1957 to bring bold, modern designs to the product lineup, one of them was the Futura, developed alongside the Flying V and Moderne. While many guitari...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Mahogany Moderne Reissue Guitar with Case
$5,499.00In the late ’50s, Gibson designed a trio of futuristic-looking “Modernist” models that were intended to bring bold, modern designs to the product lineup. These included the Flying V, the Futura (the precursor of the...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop 1958 Les Paul Jr Reissue VOS Guitar with Case
$3,999.00The Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail. Gibson Custom Shop...12 Payments of $333.25
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Gibson Custom Shop 1958 Mahogany Explorer Reissue Guitar with Case
$5,499.00In the late 1950s, Gibson designed a trio of futuristic-looking new models that were intended to bring fresh, modern designs to the product lineup. One of these was the Futura, which quickly evolved into the Explore...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop 1958 Mahogany Flying V Reissue Guitar with Case
$5,499.00The Gibson Flying V was way ahead of its time when it was introduced in 1958. So much so that while it may seem hard to believe today, only 81 were shipped that year. However, the Flying V’s popularity has grown exp...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop 1961 Les Paul SG Standard Stop Bar VOS Guitar with Case
$4,299.00Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail. A 1960s SG has been the favorite...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Axcess Custom Guitar Figured Top with Case
$5,799.00The modern player's choice! The iconic Les Paul Custom is re-imagined in this Axcess version, featuring the new Apex headstock for added strength, redesigned contours for added comfort and fingerboard access, and po...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Axcess Standard Figured Guitar with Floyd and Case
$5,499.00The Les Paul Axcess Standard has been a favorite of professional players for years and the latest refresh has it looking and playing better than ever. It features the new Apex headstock for added strength, redesigne...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Custom Shop RD Custom Ebony Guitar with Case, Gold Hardware
$5,799.00Initially released in 1977, the Gibson RD model has been a cult classic for years. It is famous for its unique appearance, which takes inspiration from both the Explorer and Firebird designs as well as its function...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson Exclusive 70s Explorer Guitar with Case Ebony Gold Hardware
$2,499.00Gibson 70s Explorer – Where Vintage Vision Meets Modern Mastery Step into the time machine of tone with the Gibson 70s Explorer, a six-string spaceship that's been beaming killer riffs across galaxies since the d...12 Payments of $208.25
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Solid Body Electric Guitars
The 6-String Solidbody Electric Guitar is one of the strongest pillars supporting the foundation of music and it has shaped the creative landscape for over 70 years. American Musical Supply is stocked with a huge collection of these guitars from the most iconic brands in the world - that means there are all sorts of different looks, colors, and styles available at any price point. It doesn't matter what type of music you're playing; we have your dream instrument waiting for you and our True 0% interest payment plans make owning it easier than you ever thought possible!
American Musical Supply is excited to be your stop for Solidbody Electric Guitars from top brands! We offer True 0% interest payment plans - applying is easy. Use your own debit or credit card, enjoy fast and free shipping, and add an Electric Guitar to your creative setup.
We make buying an Electric Guitar quick and easy - in-stock items that are ordered before 5PM will ship out the same day! (see our Shipping Information Page for more details) Do you have questions about Solidbody Electric Guitars and want to know which one would be best for you? Give us a call at 800-319-9043 - our experts are standing by.
In the exciting world of electric guitars, the 6-String solidbody electric is the instrument that is most talked about and is used most often. The design is straightforward yet extremely detailed and personalized by both brand and maker. The guitar body is carved out of a solid piece of wood - Alder, Ash, and Mahogany are the most regularly used, but there are a wide range of other woods available for different looks and levels of resonance. The guitar neck can either be carved out of the same piece of wood as the body (a one-piece instrument known as ‘neck-thru’) or made as a separate piece that is then attached to the neck (commonly known as a ‘bolt-on’ neck). The bridge is secured at the base of the body, allowing the strings to be set in place and positioned evenly up the neck and through the tuning machines.
The guitar pickups and their matching electronics, built directly into the body, are the true voice of the solidbody guitar. Pickups are magnets wrapped with wiring that, when paired with the plucking or strumming of the nearby strings, induces an electric current that is then transferred from guitar to an amplifier and speaker with a 1/4” instrument cable. Each guitar uses different pickup configurations to influence the tonal flavor and the engineers from different brands incorporate their pickup designs to bring you sonic choices that go hand-in-hand with the type of music you want to play!
AMS has a huge and far-reaching collection of these electric guitars at the best prices. If you’re looking for a tried-and-true instrument from Fender (such as a popular, prolific Fender Stratocaster or Fender Telecaster) or Gibson (such as an iconic Gibson Les Paul or Gibson SG) - we have you covered. Do you want something different? Something fresh? Something from one of the many passionate brands out there? We have you covered there too!
If you’re thinking of an elite guitar that goes in a different direction than the more straightforward stock offerings, be sure to check out PRS and Ernie Ball Music Man. These are companies that are driven by expertise and a strict code that involves hand-selected woods of the highest quality, custom pickups and electronics, and a collaborative mindset with musicians and engineers to cover the needs of today’s players. Also, many of the most experienced and talented builders in the guitar business can be found at the Gibson Custom Shop. Their artisans are free to experiment with new designs while mixing-and-matching specialized hardware and electronic components to create stunning works of art that will wow the crowd. AMS has striking high-resolution photos of every serialized guitar we sell, so you’ll be able to choose the exact instrument that speaks to you!
Are your eyes and ears drawn to an instrument for hard rock, progressive rock, and heavy metal? Ibanez, ESP, Schecter, and Dean guitars are just a few of brands we carry that have been designed and built with those very styles in mind. They are the pure shred machines – we’re stocked with a variety of different models with menacing body styles, colorful finishes, and scorching pickups that are meant to power through everything. Let your lead lines soar, your riffs thunder on, and your lows growl, all with a heavy metal instrument from AMS!
Which solidbody electric guitar is best for beginners? Squier, Epiphone, and the Ibanez Gio lineup are good places to start – these are some of the most popular brands for the student musician and are fixtures in lesson studios everywhere. American Musical Supply has lots of different price-friendly models to choose from and these instruments are approved by performers, educators, and technicians. If you’re looking for a gift for the aspiring guitarist in your circle of family and friends, be sure to take a look at our selection of Electric Guitar Packages.
Our payment plans also make it super easy to load up on Guitar Strings and Guitar Accessories whenever you need them. Looking for a new Guitar Effect or two for your pedalboard? Easy. Just fill your cart and split the payments! AMS is on call for you - our fast and free 2-day shipping means that everything you need for your guitar will get to you quickly, just in time for your next performance.