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Schecter Guitar Research Justin Beck Ani Electric Guitar Gloss Natural

Schecter Guitar Research Justin Beck Ani Electric Guitar Gloss Natural

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Fender Custom Shop 1969 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar Masterbuilt by Greg Fessler Aztec Gold

Fender Custom Shop 1969 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar Masterbuilt by Greg Fessler Aztec Gold

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Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre HT Electric Guitar Raspberry Burst

Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre HT Electric Guitar Raspberry Burst

$3,799.00
$80.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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ESP LTD Phoenix-1000 Quilted Maple Electric Guitar See Thru Black Sunburst

ESP LTD Phoenix-1000 Quilted Maple Electric Guitar See Thru Black Sunburst

$1,199.00
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$25.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1961 ES-335 Reissue Heavy Aged Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Cherry

Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1961 ES-335 Reissue Heavy Aged Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Cherry

$8,999.00
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Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Hotshot Telecaster Relic Electric Guitar Aged Tomatillo Green

Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Hotshot Telecaster Relic Electric Guitar Aged Tomatillo Green

$5,050.00
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Legator Ghost 6 String Multi-Scale Super Shred Series Flamed Maple Electric Guitar Black

Legator Ghost 6 String Multi-Scale Super Shred Series Flamed Maple Electric Guitar Black

$929.99
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Ernie Ball Music Man Jason Richardson Cutlass 7-String Electric Guitar Majora Purple

Ernie Ball Music Man Jason Richardson Cutlass 7-String Electric Guitar Majora Purple

$3,999.00
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Reverend Club King 290 Roasted Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Deep Sea Blue

Reverend Club King 290 Roasted Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Deep Sea Blue

$971.00$1,079.10
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Duesenberg Starplayer TV Phonic Electric Guitar Venetian White

Duesenberg Starplayer TV Phonic Electric Guitar Venetian White

$4,098.00
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Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre HH Trem Electric Guitar - Blurple

Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre HH Trem Electric Guitar - Blurple

$3,599.00
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EVH Wolfgang WG Standard QM Electric Guitar Wine Red

EVH Wolfgang WG Standard QM Electric Guitar Wine Red

$749.99$799.99
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PRS Custom 24-08 10-Top Electric Guitar - Gray Black

PRS Custom 24-08 10-Top Electric Guitar - Gray Black

$5,540.00
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Gibson 2013 Les Paul Future Tribute Left-Handed Min-ETune Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst

Gibson 2013 Les Paul Future Tribute Left-Handed Min-ETune Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst

$980.00
$41.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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PRS Private Stock John Mclaughlin Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Charcoal Phoenix

PRS Private Stock John Mclaughlin Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Charcoal Phoenix

$14,950.00
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Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s Left-Handed Electric Guitar Heritage Cherry Sunburst

Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s Left-Handed Electric Guitar Heritage Cherry Sunburst

$2,799.00
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Schecter Guitar Research Hellraiser Hybrid C-8 8-String Electric Guitar Transparent Black Burst

Schecter Guitar Research Hellraiser Hybrid C-8 8-String Electric Guitar Transparent Black Burst

$1,349.00
$29.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Schecter Guitar Research Omen Extreme-7 Electric Guitar

Schecter Guitar Research Omen Extreme-7 Electric Guitar

$649.00
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Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Roasted Stratocaster Journeyman Relic with DLX Closet Classic Electric Guitar Black

Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Roasted Stratocaster Journeyman Relic with DLX Closet Classic Electric Guitar Black

$4,800.00
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Charvel MJ DK24 HSH 2PT W Mahogany With Flame Maple Electric Guitar Caribbean Burst

Charvel MJ DK24 HSH 2PT W Mahogany With Flame Maple Electric Guitar Caribbean Burst

$2,309.99
$97.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Reverend Buckshot Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Party Red

Reverend Buckshot Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Party Red

$899.00$999.00
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EVH Star Limited-Edition Electric Guitar With Gold Hardware Stealth Black

EVH Star Limited-Edition Electric Guitar With Gold Hardware Stealth Black

$1,399.99
$59.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Fender Custom Shop 1955 Stratocaster NOS Time Machine Limited-Edition Electric Guitar 2-Color Sunburst

Fender Custom Shop 1955 Stratocaster NOS Time Machine Limited-Edition Electric Guitar 2-Color Sunburst

$3,400.00
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BOSS Eurus GS-1 Custom Black Electronic Guitar With SY Synth Engine Black

BOSS Eurus GS-1 Custom Black Electronic Guitar With SY Synth Engine Black

$2,199.99
$46.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Jackson X Series Signature Scott Ian King V KVXT Electric Guitar Black

Jackson X Series Signature Scott Ian King V KVXT Electric Guitar Black

$1,103.42
$46.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Fender Custom Shop Stevie Ray Vaughan Signature Series Stratocaster NOS Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst

Fender Custom Shop Stevie Ray Vaughan Signature Series Stratocaster NOS Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst

$4,800.00
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ESP E-II Viper Electric Guitar See-Thru Black Cherry Sunburst

ESP E-II Viper Electric Guitar See-Thru Black Cherry Sunburst

$2,899.00
$61.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Ibanez George Benson Signature Electric Guitar Sapphire Red

Ibanez George Benson Signature Electric Guitar Sapphire Red

$1,799.99
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Gretsch Guitars G5420LH Electromatic Classic Hollowbody Single-Cut Left-Handed Electric Guitar Orange Stain

Gretsch Guitars G5420LH Electromatic Classic Hollowbody Single-Cut Left-Handed Electric Guitar Orange Stain

$899.99
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Reverend Pete Anderson Signature Eastsider Baritone Electric Guitar Satin Black

Reverend Pete Anderson Signature Eastsider Baritone Electric Guitar Satin Black

$1,499.00
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Ibanez Kiko Loureiro Signature KIKO10BP Electric Guitar Transparent Gray Burst

Ibanez Kiko Loureiro Signature KIKO10BP Electric Guitar Transparent Gray Burst

$1,699.99
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Ernie Ball Music Man Cutlass RS HSS Electric Guitar Black

Ernie Ball Music Man Cutlass RS HSS Electric Guitar Black

$2,799.00
$59.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Jackson Pro Plus Series Soloist SL2 Electric Guitar Mirror

Jackson Pro Plus Series Soloist SL2 Electric Guitar Mirror

$1,499.99
$63.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Sterling by Music Man Jason Richardson Cutlass Signature Electric Guitar Cosmic Purple Burst Satin

Sterling by Music Man Jason Richardson Cutlass Signature Electric Guitar Cosmic Purple Burst Satin

$929.99
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ESP E-II Eclipse FT Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

ESP E-II Eclipse FT Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

$2,899.00
$61.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Fender Custom Shop Jimmy Page Signature Telecaster Electric Guitar White Blonde

Fender Custom Shop Jimmy Page Signature Telecaster Electric Guitar White Blonde

$5,000.00
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Kramer Assault Plus Electric Guitar Transparent Purple Burst

Kramer Assault Plus Electric Guitar Transparent Purple Burst

$829.00
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$35.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Jackson JS Series Dinky Arch Top JS32 DKA Left-Handed Electric Guitar Bright Blue

Jackson JS Series Dinky Arch Top JS32 DKA Left-Handed Electric Guitar Bright Blue

$469.99
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Schecter Guitar Research Sun Valley Super Shredder FR SFG Electric Guitar Gloss White Black Pickguard

Schecter Guitar Research Sun Valley Super Shredder FR SFG Electric Guitar Gloss White Black Pickguard

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ESP E-II M-II 7B Baritone EverTune Electric Guitar Pearl White

ESP E-II M-II 7B Baritone EverTune Electric Guitar Pearl White

$3,399.00
$71.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Fender Chrissie Hynde Telecaster Electric Guitar - Ice Blue Metallic

Fender Chrissie Hynde Telecaster Electric Guitar - Ice Blue Metallic

$1,999.99
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Schecter Guitar Research Keith Merrow KM-7 MK-III Hybrid Snowblind

Schecter Guitar Research Keith Merrow KM-7 MK-III Hybrid Snowblind

$1,449.00
20% Off Open-Box Savings Available
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EVH SA-126 Special Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Satin Shell Pink

EVH SA-126 Special Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Satin Shell Pink

$1,999.99
$84.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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PRS Private Stock Special Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Raspberry Lemon Stripe

PRS Private Stock Special Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Raspberry Lemon Stripe

$13,050.00
$544.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Reverend Ron Asheton Jetstream 390 Electric Guitar Rock Orange

Reverend Ron Asheton Jetstream 390 Electric Guitar Rock Orange

$1,399.00
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Reverend Robin Finck Signature Electric Guitar Midnight Black

Reverend Robin Finck Signature Electric Guitar Midnight Black

$1,399.00
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Dean Colt Semi-Hollowbody Guitar With Bigsby & Piezo Vintage White

Dean Colt Semi-Hollowbody Guitar With Bigsby & Piezo Vintage White

$1,349.00
$29.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Reverend Charger H90 Electric Guitar With Rosewood Fingerboard - High Tide Blue

Reverend Charger H90 Electric Guitar With Rosewood Fingerboard - High Tide Blue

$1,199.00
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Ernie Ball Music Man JP15 7 String Electric Guitar Purple Nebula

Ernie Ball Music Man JP15 7 String Electric Guitar Purple Nebula

$3,999.00
$84.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Fender Suona Stratocaster Thinline Electric Guitar Violin Burst

Fender Suona Stratocaster Thinline Electric Guitar Violin Burst

$2,999.99
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D'Angelico Deluxe Series SS Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Satin Brown Burst

D'Angelico Deluxe Series SS Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Satin Brown Burst

$2,199.99
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ESP E-II EX NT Electric Guitar Snow White

ESP E-II EX NT Electric Guitar Snow White

$2,369.00$2,399.00
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Fender American Professional II Jazzmaster Rosewood Fingerboard Left-Handed Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst

Fender American Professional II Jazzmaster Rosewood Fingerboard Left-Handed Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst

$1,939.99
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D'Angelico Premier Series Bob Weir Bedford Solidbody Electric Guitar With Tremolo Matte Stone

D'Angelico Premier Series Bob Weir Bedford Solidbody Electric Guitar With Tremolo Matte Stone

$999.99$1,099.99
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Schecter Guitar Research Solo-II Przym Palladium Electric Guitar Gloss Black

Schecter Guitar Research Solo-II Przym Palladium Electric Guitar Gloss Black

$1,999.00
$42.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Jackson Pro Plus Series Rhoads RR24 Mirror Electric Guitar Mirror

Jackson Pro Plus Series Rhoads RR24 Mirror Electric Guitar Mirror

$1,599.99
$67.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 ES-355 Reissue Stopbar Light Aged Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Watermelon Red

Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 ES-355 Reissue Stopbar Light Aged Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Watermelon Red

$8,699.00
$363.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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EVH Striped Series Left-Handed Electric Guitar Red, Black, and White Stripes

EVH Striped Series Left-Handed Electric Guitar Red, Black, and White Stripes

$1,499.99
$63.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Kramer Volante Quilt HHFR Electric Guitar Ultramarine Burst

Kramer Volante Quilt HHFR Electric Guitar Ultramarine Burst

$1,199.00
$50.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Ernie Ball Music Man Axis Super Sport Flame Top (satin) Electric Guitar Honey Pot

Ernie Ball Music Man Axis Super Sport Flame Top (satin) Electric Guitar Honey Pot

$3,299.00
$69.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Ernie Ball Music Man JP15 7 7-String Quilted Maple Top Electric Guitar Tiger Eye

Ernie Ball Music Man JP15 7 7-String Quilted Maple Top Electric Guitar Tiger Eye

$3,999.00
$84.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Sire T7 FM Electric Guitar Natural

Sire T7 FM Electric Guitar Natural

$705.00
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Gretsch Guitars G6636-RF Richard Fortus Signature Falcon Electric Guitar Black

Gretsch Guitars G6636-RF Richard Fortus Signature Falcon Electric Guitar Black

$3,699.99
$78.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Jackson X Series Soloist Arch Top SLATX7Q MS 7-String Multi-Scale Electric Guitar Transparent Blue Burst

Jackson X Series Soloist Arch Top SLATX7Q MS 7-String Multi-Scale Electric Guitar Transparent Blue Burst

$1,069.99
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Duesenberg Gran Majesto Electric Guitar Catalina Green

Duesenberg Gran Majesto Electric Guitar Catalina Green

$3,381.70
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Gretsch Guitars G6120T-55 Vintage Select Edition '55 Chet Atkins Hollowbody With Bigsby Vintage Orange Stain

Gretsch Guitars G6120T-55 Vintage Select Edition '55 Chet Atkins Hollowbody With Bigsby Vintage Orange Stain

$3,799.99
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Ibanez JBM27 Jake Bowen Signature 7-String Electric Guitar - Flat Black

Ibanez JBM27 Jake Bowen Signature 7-String Electric Guitar - Flat Black

$1,499.99
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Ibanez JS2450 Joe Satriani Signature Electric Guitar Muscle Car Purple

Ibanez JS2450 Joe Satriani Signature Electric Guitar Muscle Car Purple

$3,399.99
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Godin 5th Avenue Thin Line Kingpin Hollowbody Electric Guitar With P90 Pickups Trans Cream

Godin 5th Avenue Thin Line Kingpin Hollowbody Electric Guitar With P90 Pickups Trans Cream

$1,299.00
$55.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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PRS Private Stock Custom 24 Electric Guitar Honey Glow

PRS Private Stock Custom 24 Electric Guitar Honey Glow

$12,700.00
$530.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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EVH Wolfgang WG Standard Electric Guitar Pelham Blue

EVH Wolfgang WG Standard Electric Guitar Pelham Blue

$789.99$799.99
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Jackson Pro Series Signature Rob Cavestany Death Angel Electric Guitar Satin Black

Jackson Pro Series Signature Rob Cavestany Death Angel Electric Guitar Satin Black

$1,299.99
$55.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Ibanez PGMM11 Paul Gilbert Signature miKro Electric Guitar Jewel Blue

Ibanez PGMM11 Paul Gilbert Signature miKro Electric Guitar Jewel Blue

$319.99
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Hagstrom Viking Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

Hagstrom Viking Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

$1,249.99
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Fender Custom Shop FMT Telecaster NOS Electric Guitar Masterbuilt by David Brown Hand Stained Medium Brown

Fender Custom Shop FMT Telecaster NOS Electric Guitar Masterbuilt by David Brown Hand Stained Medium Brown

$8,100.00
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Schecter Guitar Research C-1 SLS Custom Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Satin Black

Schecter Guitar Research C-1 SLS Custom Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Satin Black

$1,499.00
$32.00/mo.‡ with 48-month financing*
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Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster Left-Handed Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Avalanche

Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster Left-Handed Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Avalanche

$2,359.99
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PRS S2 10th Anniversary Custom 24 Electric Guitar Lake Blue

PRS S2 10th Anniversary Custom 24 Electric Guitar Lake Blue

$2,299.00
$96.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Kramer Baretta Left-Handed Electric Guitar Jumper Red

Kramer Baretta Left-Handed Electric Guitar Jumper Red

$799.00
$34.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Fender Custom Shop Nashville Telecaster Custom Relic Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Dakota Red

Fender Custom Shop Nashville Telecaster Custom Relic Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Dakota Red

$5,320.00
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Reverend Reeves Gabrels Spacehawk Electric Guitar Metallic Red

Reverend Reeves Gabrels Spacehawk Electric Guitar Metallic Red

$1,399.00
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Ernie Ball Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 8-String Electric Guitar Her Majesty's Request

Ernie Ball Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 8-String Electric Guitar Her Majesty's Request

$4,249.00
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Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition '67 Stratocaster HSS Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar Aged Vintage White

Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition '67 Stratocaster HSS Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar Aged Vintage White

$5,125.00
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Gibson Custom Les Paul Custom Widow Electric Guitar Purple Widow Burst

Gibson Custom Les Paul Custom Widow Electric Guitar Purple Widow Burst

$5,499.00
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Sire L7V New Gen Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

Sire L7V New Gen Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

$799.00
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PRS Mark Holcomb Electric Guitar Cobalt Smokeburst

PRS Mark Holcomb Electric Guitar Cobalt Smokeburst

$5,200.00
$217.00/mo.‡ with 24-month financing*
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Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Poblano Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Electric Guitar Aged Olympic White

Fender Custom Shop Limited-Edition Poblano Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Electric Guitar Aged Olympic White

$5,700.00
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Fender Custom Shop 1960 Telecaster Custom Relic Electric Guitar - Aged Lake Placid Blue over 3-Color Sunburst

Fender Custom Shop 1960 Telecaster Custom Relic Electric Guitar - Aged Lake Placid Blue over 3-Color Sunburst

$4,850.00
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Jackson Pro Series Dinky DK Modern EverTune 6 Electric Guitar Graphite

Jackson Pro Series Dinky DK Modern EverTune 6 Electric Guitar Graphite

$1,859.99
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Ibanez Paul Gilbert Signature miKro Electric Guitar White

Ibanez Paul Gilbert Signature miKro Electric Guitar White

$319.99
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Godin Montreal Premiere Pro Hollowbody Electric Guitar Arctik Blue

Godin Montreal Premiere Pro Hollowbody Electric Guitar Arctik Blue

$1,999.00
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Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Signature Stratocaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar 2-Color Sunburst

Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Signature Stratocaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar 2-Color Sunburst

$6,100.00
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Friedman Friedman NoHo 24 Custom Electric Guitar Transparent Gray

Friedman Friedman NoHo 24 Custom Electric Guitar Transparent Gray

$3,699.99
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Godin LERXST Limelight With Vega Tremolo Electric Guitar Cream

Godin LERXST Limelight With Vega Tremolo Electric Guitar Cream

$3,999.00
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Schecter Guitar Research Sunset Triad Electric Guitar Gloss Black

Schecter Guitar Research Sunset Triad Electric Guitar Gloss Black

$999.00
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Steinberger Spirit GT-Pro L/H Deluxe Electric Guitar Black

Steinberger Spirit GT-Pro L/H Deluxe Electric Guitar Black

$499.00
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When did electric guitars first come out?

Though it gained immense popularity during the rock ‘n’ roll days of the 1950s and 1960s, the electric guitar was invented in 1931. The need for the amplified guitar became apparent during the Big Band Era as orchestras increased in size, particularly when guitars had to compete with large brass sections. The first electric guitars used in jazz were hollow archtop acoustic guitar bodies with electromagnetic transducers. By 1932, an electrically amplified guitar was commercially available. Early electric guitar manufacturers include Rickenbacker in 1932, Dobro in 1933, National, Epiphone and Gibson in 1935, and many others by 1936.

Gibson's first production electric guitar, marketed in 1936, was the ES-150 model (“ES” for “Electric Spanish” and “150” reflecting the $150 price of the instrument). The ES-150 guitar featured a single-coil, hexagonally shaped pickup, which was designed by Walt Fuller. It became known as the “Charlie Christian” pickup, named for the great jazz guitarist who was among the first to perform with the ES-150 guitar. The ES-150 achieved some popularity but suffered from unequal loudness across the six strings.

The electric guitar has since evolved into a stringed musical instrument that is capable of a multitude of sounds and styles, and it served as a major component in the development of rock ‘n’ roll and many other genres of music.

What are the different types of electric guitars?

Solidbody

A solidbody guitar is a guitar that is made with a completely solid-wood body, with no hollowing or chambering of areas, other than those required for pickups and controls, such as volume, tone and pickup selector. Solidbody guitars are marked by increased sustain as compared to semi-hollow and hollowbody guitars. The most popular solidbody guitars are the Gibson Les Paul, Gibson SG, Fender Stratocaster and Fender Telecaster.

One of the first solidbody guitars was invented by Les Paul, though Gibson did not present their Les Paul guitar prototypes to the public as they did not believe it would catch on. The first mass-produced solidbody guitar was Fender's Broadcaster (later renamed the Telecaster), introduced in 1948, five years after Les Paul made his prototype. The Gibson Les Paul appeared soon after to compete with the Broadcaster. Another notable solidbody design is the Fender Stratocaster, which was introduced in 1954 and became extremely popular among musicians in the 1960s and 1970s for its wide tonal capabilities and comfortable ergonomics.

Semi-Hollowbody

These guitars work in a similar way to solidbody electric guitars except that, because the hollow body also vibrates, the pickups convert a combination of string and body vibration into an electrical signal. Semi-hollowbodies are noted for being able to provide a sweet, plaintive or funky tone. They are used in many genres, including blues, funk, ’60s pop and indie rock. They generally have cello-style f-shaped soundholes, though these can be blocked off to prevent feedback, as in B.B. King's famous Lucille.

Full Hollowbody

Full hollow-body guitars have large, deep, fully hollow bodies and are often capable of being played at the same volume as an acoustic guitar, and therefore of being used unplugged at intimate gigs. The instrument originated during the jazz age of the 1920s and 1930s, and it's still considered the classic jazz guitar, nicknamed the “jazz box.” Like semi-hollow guitars, they often have f-shaped soundholes. Having humbucker pickups (sometimes just a neck pickup) and usually strung heavily, jazz boxes are noted for their warm, rich tone. A variation (popular in country and rockabilly) with single-coil pickups and sometimes a Bigsby tremolo has a distinctly more twangy, biting tone than the classic jazz box.

What electric guitar is recommended for beginners?

Squier, Epiphone and Ibanez are renown for having good electric guitars for beginners. To help choose the best starter guitar model for you, consider the type of music you want to play and features you need to have. It's also best to get hands-on and try many out to find the one that feels right to you. To assist, read our how to shop for electric guitar beginners guide and get some ideas from our electric guitars for beginners collection.

How are electric guitars different?

Electric guitars rely on a pickup, or multiple pickups, mounted on the body to generate a sound that can be amplified by a guitar amp and speakers. Pickups function as a magnetic field, and the vibration created from strumming or plucking the metal strings generates a current. This current is transmitted through the guitar’s preamp circuit and, by using a guitar cable to connect the guitar to an amp, creates an amplifiable signal.

How much are electric guitars?

Electric guitars have a broad range in price, from as little as one hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars. There are several factors involved, such as brand, the quality of materials and features. Good entry-level electric guitars are commonly in the $200–$400 range, while intermediate guitars are often double that at $400–$800. High-end electric guitars for advanced players are typically from $800 to $2,000, while more premium handmade or limited-edition electric guitars, such as those made by Fender Custom Shop and Gibson Custom, frequently can cost much more.

What are the most popular electric guitars?

Some of the most popular electric guitars are the Fender Telecaster, Fender Stratocaster, Gibson Les Paul, Gibson ES-335 and Gibson SG Standard. For more details on the these models, read our Top 5 Most Popular Electric Guitars article from our blog.

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