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Kramer Volante Quilt HSFR Electric Guitar with Gig Bag
$999.00 - $1,199.00Kramer has long been known as a brand that makes guitars that meet the needs of highly fluid and technical players–a brand for shredders and virtuosos. Some players might consider it a bit of a “retro” brand that is...12 Payments of $99.92
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ESP LTD Mirage Deluxe '87 Electric Guitar
$1,199.00Based on the original ESP Mirage body shape, the LTD Mirage Deluxe '87 is a bolt-on shred machine with an alder body and three-piece extra thin U-shaped maple neck being made available in gorgeous finishes. These gu...12 Payments of $99.92
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ESP LTD EC200DX FM Electric Guitar
$399.00Back when ESP was founded in 1975, its original claim to fame was taking existing guitars and making them better, with modified necks and components that increased their playability and sonic quality. Today, ESP is ...8 Payments of $49.88
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Ibanez RG460DX Electric Guitar
$549.99The RG is the most recognizable and distinctive guitar in the Ibanez line. Three decades of metal have forged this high-performance machine, honing it for both speed and strength. Whether you favor a hardtail (fixed...8 Payments of $68.75
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PRS SE Custom 24 Electric Guitar with Bag
$949.00The SE Custom 24 is a modern classic with roadworthy durability, addictive playability, and wide array of tones, making it a perfect workhorse guitar. The SE Custom 24 brings the original PRS design platform to t...12 Payments of $79.08
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Squier Sonic Stratocaster Guitar Laurel Neck California Blue
$249.99<p>Make your sound scream with the Squier Sonic Stratocaster Guitar! With Fender-style legs, a slim, inviting C-shaped neck profile and thin, lightweight body, this Strat is ready to take you on the ride of a ...6 Payments of $41.67
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Sterling Axis AX3FM Electric Guitar
$499.99Featuring fast playability, the Axis AX3FM with a gorgeous flame maple top plus that distinctive smooth growl produced by the humbuckers. A staple in the history of iconic guitars, the Axis is a modern encapsulation...8 Payments of $62.50
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Ibanez Iceman IC420FM Flame Maple Electric Guitar with Bag
$999.99Ibanez Iceman IC420 Electric Guitar Few instruments boast an identity as distinctive as the Ibanez Iceman. First introduced in 1977 and officially named in 1978, the Iceman is renowned for its bold lines and stri...12 Payments of $83.33
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ESP LTD EC-01FT Electric Guitar
$1,199.00The LTD Deluxe EC-01FT Charcoal Burst Satin Teardrop features white single-ply binding, set-thru construction, 24.75” scale, a single-cutaway mahogany body and three-piece mahogany neck, a 43mm nut, a Macassar ebony...12 Payments of $99.92
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Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS Guitar Maple Neck
$249.99The Squier Sonic™ Stratocaster® HSS is an electric guitar designed with the guitarist in mind! This iconic Fender® model is loaded with features that will engage the musician on every level. Its slim and inviting “C...6 Payments of $41.67
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Jackson JS Dinky Arch Top JS32Q DKA Electric Guitar
$479.99The JS Series Dinky Arch Top JS32Q DKA features a poplar body with a beautiful quilt maple arched top and bolt-on maple neck with scarf joint and graphite reinforcement for rock-solid stability. Hosting 24 jumbo fre...8 Payments of $60.00
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Squier Sonic Telecaster Guitar Maple Neck Butterscotch Blonde
$249.99The Squier's Sonic™ Telecaster®, an instrument that offers impressive Fender-style and tone, whether you are just starting out or a veteran guitarist. This is an instantly recognizable Tele® with its slim “C”-shaped...6 Payments of $41.67
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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.