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SalePRS SE Swamp Ash Special Electric Guitar with Gigbag
$529.95 - $649.95Music has been a source of inspiration and creativity for generations of artists. That's why it's so important to have a guitar that you can rely on to help you express your own vision of music. Introducing the PRS ...12 Payments of $52.50
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Fender Player II Modified Telecaster SH Rosewood Fingerboard Guitar with Bag
$1,079.99Gear up and get ready to take your performance to the next level with Fender® Player II Modified. Featuring key upgrades for the modern guitarist and bassist, these versatile instruments are designed to handle anyth...12 Payments of $90.00
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Schecter C-1 SLS Elite Electric Guitar
$1,499.00<p>The C-1 SLS Elite is a game-changer with its boutique looks and tone. Features are 7-ply Maple/Walnut/Padauk neck-thru construction, reinforced with carbon fiber rods for stability and utilizing a spoke-whe...12 Payments of $124.92
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Jackson MJ Series Rhoads RR24MG Guitar with Case
$3,199.99Continuing upon the metal legacy pioneered by the immortal Randy Rhoads, the MJ Series Rhoads RR24MG features a resonant alder body and a through-body three-piece maple neck with graphite-reinforcement rods for ulti...12 Payments of $250.00
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Gibson SG Modern Electric Guitar with Case
$2,499.00Gibson SG Modern The Gibson SG Modern is the beautiful, sonic mashup you never knew you needed. It blends the iconic, devil-horned SG silhouette with the tonal heart of a Les Paul, creating a hybrid that’s truly ...12 Payments of $208.25
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Epiphone Exclusive Les Paul Custom Figured Top Guitar with Bag
$799.00The Epiphone Les Paul Custom has been updated and is now better than ever. Part of the Inspired by Gibson Collection, it honors the1950s-era classic that was designed by Mr. Les Paul himself in 1954 as the “tuxedo” ...12 Payments of $66.58
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PRS SE CE24 Standard Satin Guitar with Gigbag
$579.00Originally introduced in 1988, the CE has become an essential part of the PRS line-up, offering the snap and response of bolt-on construction. The SE CE 24 Standard is the most affordable CE yet, pairing an all-maho...8 Payments of $72.38
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PRS Paul Reed Smith CU24 Custom 24 Gen III with Case
$4,690.00The PRS Custom 24 is the original PRS…the guitar Paul Reed Smith took to his first trade show in 1985. A perennial favorite with musicians, the Gen III Custom 24 builds upon the incredible legacy that has been built...12 Payments of $250.00
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Fender Player II Modified Telecaster Rosewood Fingerboard Guitar with Bag
$1,049.99Fender Player II Modified Telecaster The Fender Player II Modified Telecaster represents a thoughtful evolution of a classic design, tailored for the modern musician who demands versatility without sacrificing ch...12 Payments of $87.50
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Gibson Kirk Hammett "Greeny" Les Paul Standard Guitar with Case
$2,999.00Gibson Kirk Hammett Signature Greeny Les Paul Standard, Greeny Burst with Case The Gibson Kirk Hammett "Greeny" Les Paul Standard, also known as the Greeny Burst, is far more than just a standard Les Paul guitar;...12 Payments of $249.92
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EVH Wolfgang Special Striped Guitar with Bag
$1,159.00 - $1,699.99<p>The highly-anticipated EVH Wolfgang Special Striped Guitar! Packed with player-oriented features and sporting that iconic striped design, this guitar is specifically crafted for guitarists like you who dema...12 Payments of $133.33
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Squier Classic Vibe 50s Telecaster Guitar Maple Neck
$499.99A celebration of the birth of the Tele in the early 1950s, the Classic Vibe ‘50s Telecaster creates incredible tone courtesy of the Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups. Player-friendly features include a slim...8 Payments of $62.50
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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.