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Schecter PT Fastback Electric Guitar
$679.95 - $799.00Revamped and re-spec’d for 2020! Schecter Guitar Research is proud to introduce the innovative PT Fastback guitar. A generously comfort-contoured PT body combines with the thin-C hard rock maple bolt-on neck to crea...12 Payments of $66.58
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Schecter Stargazer 6 Electric Guitar
$1,049.00Propel your musical journey to new heights with the Schecter Stargazer, an instrument that transcends creative boundaries with meticulous craftsmanship, premium components, and attention to detail. The combination o...12 Payments of $87.42
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Schecter Ultra Electric Guitar
$1,249.00A unique blend of a retro vibe and a killer tone, the Schecter Ultra solid body guitar is where vintage meets modern. Armed with a Schecter USA-made Sunset Strip humbucking bridge pickup, the tone is agile yet hosti...12 Payments of $104.08
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Schecter Zacky Vengeance H6LLYW66D Guitar
$1,149.00 - $1,499.00The Schecter Zachy Vengeance signature ZV H6llyw66d is a testament to precision, power, and unparalleled performance. Crafted with a carefully selected combination of tonewoods, this guitar delivers and powerful, r...12 Payments of $124.92
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Schecter Zacky Vengeance H6LLYW66D Left-Handed Guitar
$1,549.00The left-handed Schecter Zachy Vengeance signature ZV H6llyw66d is a testament to precision, power, and unparalleled performance. Crafted with a carefully selected combination of tonewoods, this guitar delivers a...12 Payments of $129.08
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Sire Larry Carlton J3 Electric Guitar
$413.10 - $459.00Classic Vibes and Versatile Tones For Every Budget An inaugural model in the J series, embodying traditional and vintage vibes. The J3 features a traditional Jazz guitar body and a single pickup set. It's a good...8 Payments of $51.64
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Sire Larry Carlton S5 HSS Electric Guitar
$466.95 - $549.00The new S5 HSS is an HSS-style version of the 2024 S5 model. This bears the HSS pickup configuration to deliver more versatile tones. Its covered humbucker pairs seamlessly with single-coil pickups, offering a balan...8 Payments of $68.63
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Sire Larry Carlton S7 Electric Guitar
$769.00Evolved Performance, Iconic S-Style Precision The S7 New Gen is a reimagined version of the existing model, S7. It is charged with significant features to ensure superior performance and stretch to its life span...12 Payments of $64.08
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Squier Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic Guitar Laurel Neck
$379.99<p>The thrilling Squier Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic guitar is a new variation on the Fender classic. The Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic is sure to put you in a great mood as soon as you strum your first chord. Its gorg...8 Payments of $47.50
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B.C. Rich Rich B Legacy Double Neck Guitar with Case
$1,999.99If you’re looking to conquer miles and miles of new sonic terrain, the 2019 Pearl White or Trans Red B.C. Rich Double Neck Rich B Legacy delivers with maximum style and impact. Its bloodline can traced to the late ’...12 Payments of $166.67
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B.C. Rich Ironbird Extreme MK2 Electric Guitar
$1,899.99B.C. Rich is proud to introduce a new line of guitars specially crafted with modern shredders in mind – The Extreme Series. This new line-up of B.C. Rich guitars feature modern upgrades and are factory optim...12 Payments of $158.33
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B.C. Rich Andy James Assassin 6 Electric Guitar
$2,199.99BC Rich guitars to release British virtuoso, Five Finger Death Punch lead guitarist Andy James signature guitars. The guitar is based on the highly successful BC Rich Assassin model, but it features the Pitchfork He...12 Payments of $183.33
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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.