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EVH SA-126 Special Semi-Hollow Solid Guitar with Case
$1,429.95 - $1,699.95Challenging the “norm” with original ideas and a modern edge! The introduction of the SA-126 Special, Wolfgang Van Halen’s interpretation of what a modern guitar should be in the 21st century, is a true innovation. ...12 Payments of $119.16
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Ernie Ball Music Man Cutlass HT SSS Guitar with MONO Bag Dark Rainbow
$2,379.00 - $2,999.00Featuring the familiar shape and feel of previous Cutlass models, the Cutlass HT showcases new custom Music Man pickup technology inspired by over a decade of guitar string research delivering an incredibly dynamic ...12 Payments of $249.92
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Ibanez Premium AZ47P1QM Electric Guitar with Bag
$1,149.00 - $1,499.99The richness of sound, stunning appearance and unrivalled playability of the Premium AZ47P1QM electric guitar will open the gate of your reservoir of inspiration. ”Designed to Inspire”, all Ibanez Premium series are...12 Payments of $125.00
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ESP LTD Josh Middleton JM-II Guitar with Case
$1,599.00The Josh Middleton JM-II is his first ESP Signature Series guitar is one that lives up to this musician’s extraordinary talent. Josh Middleton is the acclaimed and highly influential guitarist of UK-based progressiv...12 Payments of $133.25
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Ibanez Premium AZ26P1 Electric Guitar with Bag
$1,189.00 - $1,399.99Taking adaptability to new extremes, the AZ series has established itself and carved out a place that spans everything from the warmest blues licks, to the most intense, shred-heavy metal riffs. Carrying this ethos ...12 Payments of $116.67
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Chapman ML1 Pro Modern Electric Guitar
$749.95 - $1,039.00The Chapman ML1 Pro Modern features stunning, carved Swamp Ash bodies, baked Maple or Macassar Ebony fingerboards and powerful Sentient and Pegasus Seymour Duncan humbuckers, making for an incredibly powerful, easy-...12 Payments of $86.58
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PRS Paul Reed Smith SE Pauls Guitar Electric with Gigbag
$1,099.00PRS now offers the incredible Paul’s Guitar in the SE line, making available the remarkable design, features and tone to guitarists at a great value! The SE Paul’s Guitar delivers a lot of ‘PRS,’ starting with tone ...12 Payments of $91.58
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Schecter Reaper-6 Custom Electric Guitar
$979.95 - $1,149.00Sleek and sharp, the new Reaper-6 Custom has looks that kill! A Khaya African Mahogany body that delivers resonant tonality and custom shop-level looks is paired to a deep-set and reinforced 25.5” scale, wenge ultra...12 Payments of $95.75
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Kramer 1983 Baretta Reissue Guitar with Case
$2,199.00Back in the year 1983, the music scene was forever changed when the Kramer Baretta burst onto the scene. This iconic guitar was an instant hit and took the rock world by storm. And now, my friends, it's time to brin...12 Payments of $183.25
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Sire Larry Carlton S5 Electric Guitar
$450.00 - $559.00The Larry Carlton S5 guitar, a masterpiece that embodies the soul of vintage sound. This exquisite instrument is meticulously crafted for guitar enthusiasts who yearn for that timeless S-style tone, paired with cutt...8 Payments of $68.63
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Ibanez RGRT420 Electric Guitar Weathered Black
$579.95 - $679.99The 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. With industry-leading locking tremo...12 Payments of $56.67
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Sterling by Music Man SR50X StingRay Plus Electric Guitar
$594.95 - $699.99The StingRay Plus upgrades the classic StingRay guitar with versatile P90 pickups, a matching headstock, and stylish block inlays for a refined look. An added volume boost packs an extra punch for players demanding ...12 Payments of $58.33
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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.