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Jackson Pro Series Signature Jeff Loomis Kelly Ash Electric Guitar
$1,449.00 - $1,699.99Jeff Loomis has seared his mark on multiple subgenres of metal with his smooth technique at breakneck speeds. His rhythmical style became central to the Seattle-based progressive metal band Nevermore’s sound, while ...12 Payments of $141.67
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Charvel ProMod SoCal Style 1 HH Hardtail Ebony Guitar
$849.99If you're looking for blazing playing speed and plenty of sustain, the Charvel ProMod SoCal Style 1 HH Hardtail Ebony Guitar is a must-have. With a fast speed neck profile, this instrument allows you to make lightni...12 Payments of $70.83
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Wylde Audio Wrathmaker Pale Moon Electric Guitar
$1,799.00Summon the Sound of the Apocalypse When it’s time to bring the thunder, the Wylde Audio Wrathmaker answers the call. Forged in the fires of Zakk Wylde’s relentless tone and warrior spirit, this guitar is a decla...12 Payments of $149.92
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Fender Jim Root Telecaster Ebony Fingerboard with Case
$1,849.99<p><strong>The Fender Jim Root Telecaster delivers plenty of modern features for big sounds!</strong> As the guitarist for bands like Slipknot and Stone Sour, Jim knows what goes into making a gre...12 Payments of $154.17
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Charvel Rick Graham PM DK24 Guitar with Bag Worn Shell Pink
$1,799.99Pushing the boundaries of modern guitar design, virtuoso Rick Graham’s latest signature Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 2PT blends vintage aesthetics with cutting-edge performance. The distressed satin shell pink nitrocellulos...12 Payments of $150.00
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Gretsch G5230T Electromatic Sparkle Jet FT Guitar
$749.99No nonsense, Electromatic Jet FT models are the perfect real, pure and powerful Gretsch instruments. They’re your next-step Gretsch - bold, dynamic and articulate, and crafted with essential Gretsch sound, style and...12 Payments of $62.50
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Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Guitar with Bag
$569.00Epiphone’s Inspired by Gibson Collection proudly presents the Les Paul Standard 50s! This guitar lovingly recreates the feel and tone of the 1950s-era Les Pauls. Epiphone’s long friendship with Mr. Les Paul began in...8 Payments of $71.13
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Fender Tom Morello Stratocaster with Case
$1,799.99A guitar as singular as the player who’s name it features! Tom Morello’s unique, powerful sounds – from gentle rhythms to screaming feedback, chaotic stutters, and more – require a very special Stratocaster. The Tom...12 Payments of $150.00
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PRS S2 Standard 22 Satin Guitar with Case
$1,749.00The PRS S2 Standard 22 Satin is a workhorse guitar for gigging musicians. With an all-mahogany body and 22-fret set mahogany neck, this guitar is warm and sweet, making it toneful enough to stand up plugged straight...12 Payments of $145.75
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Ibanez Premium RGT1220PB Electric Guitar with Bag
$1,699.99Offering ten sound variations and neck-through construction, the Premium RGT1220PB electric guitar features a stunning appearance and unrivalled playability that will open the gate of your reservoir of inspiration. ...12 Payments of $141.67
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Gretsch Electromatic CVT Double-Cut Electric Guitar
$449.99Crafted with essential Gretsch style and playability, the Electromatic CVT is designed to take your sound to the next level. A retro-refined take on a classic Gretsch design, the CVT features a solid mahogany body w...8 Payments of $56.25
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Ibanez Steve Vai Jem Junior SP Electric Guitar
$549.99In an effort to make the JEM available to a broader fan base, Ibanez has released the JEMJRSP, providing more affordable access to the magic that is the JEM. Featuring a Meranti body attached to a Wizard III neck, t...8 Payments of $68.75
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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.