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Fender Standard Stratocaster Laurel Neck Guitar
$579.95 - $679.99The Fender Stratocaster was light years ahead of its contemporaries when it was introduced in 1954, instantly becoming a timeless classic with its ergonomically contoured double-cutaway body, versatile triple pickup...12 Payments of $56.67
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Guild Polara Night Edition Electric Guitar
$466.95 - $549.99The Guild “Night Edition” in Black Tungsten Gloss Finish is part of the base model Polara platform, which includes Deluxe, Artist Signature, and USA options above it. They pack a special combination of timeless d...8 Payments of $68.75
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Schecter Japan PT Classic Electric Guitar with Case
$1,749.00 - $2,299.00The Schecter Japan PT Classic Electric Guitar is here to fulfill your every desire. Crafted by the skilled hands of master craftsmen at the renowned Fujigen factory in Japan, the Schecter PT Classic is the epit...12 Payments of $170.75
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PRS SE Silver Sky Maple Fingerboard Guitar with Bag
$799.95 - $949.00PRS SE Silver Sky Maple Fretboard Guitar The PRS SE Silver Sky Maple is a familiar yet distinct iteration of the original Silver Sky model, bringing a new flavor to the John Mayer collaboration series. This workh...12 Payments of $79.08
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PRS S2 Custom 24 Guitar with Premium Gigbag
$1,899.00 - $2,299.00The S2 Custom 24 takes the original PRS guitar, the Custom 24, and re-imagines it with stripped-down features and a new aesthetic. Retaining the classic maple top/mahogany back combination with our classic body shap...12 Payments of $170.75
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Ibanez RG470PB Electric Guitar
$549.95 - $649.99<p>Introducing the Ibanez RG470PB Electric Guitar – the most iconic and instantly recognizable guitar in the Ibanez range! Built for the serious guitarist, this guitar is a luxurious blend of performance and s...12 Payments of $54.17
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PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut Electric Guitar with GIg Bag
$849.95 - $999.00Designed to capture the heart of the McCarty family of instruments, the SE McCarty 594 Singlecut is a high-quality workhorse instrument. With dual volume and push/pull tone controls, 3-way pickup selector on...12 Payments of $83.25
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Fender American Ultra II Tele Maple Neck Guitar with Case
$1,949.00 - $2,299.99Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge desig...12 Payments of $191.67
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PRS CE 24-08 Swamp Ash Guitar with Gig Bag
$1,829.00 - $2,149.00The PRS CE 24-08 Swamp Ash Limited Edition is a workhorse guitar designed for players who demand versatility without sacrificing quality. Known for its balanced tonal spectrum, the swamp ash body delivers bright, ar...12 Payments of $162.42
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Fender American Ultra II Telecaster Ebony Neck Guitar with Case
$1,949.00 - $2,299.99Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge desig...12 Payments of $191.67
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PRS SE Studio Standard Rosewood Electric Guitar with GIg Bag
$719.95 - $849.00The PRS SE Studio Standard brings the tone, playability, and versatility of the Studio model to the SE Series and into an understated, all-mahogany design with a classic pickguard aesthetic. The all-mahogany body...12 Payments of $70.75
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Schecter Reaper 6 FR S Elite Electric Guitar
$1,449.00 - $1,699.00A sleek, modern machine, the Reaper Elite is an expressive Floyd Rose Sustainiac 6-string. The flowing, deep ocean blue finish on a gorgeous, quilted maple topped, Khaya African mahogany body sets these guitars apar...12 Payments of $141.58
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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.