With this year’s Prime Day guitar deals wrapping up today, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Black Friday is probably the next opportunity to make significant savings on guitar gear. But with three major instrument retailers launching significant July 4th promos in the wake of Amazon’s sale, the next opportunity to fuel your GAS (gear acquisition syndrome) is already here.
Currently Sweetwater, Guitar Center and Musician’s Friend all have 4th July guitar sales up and running, with Musician’s Friend and Sweetwater offering up to 60% discounts apiece, while Guitar Center has a more conservative 30% maximum saving – that said, their sale features almost 12,000 items, so for variety they're a real winner.
Now, if you couldn’t find what you were looking for during Prime Day, here’s where to find the best 4th July guitar deals online right now. I've also singled out some highlights from each sale to give you an idea of what’s up for grabs.
Epiphone Joe Bonamassa '59 Les Paul Custom: $999, now $799 @Guitar CenterEpiphone’s Joe Bonamassa ’59 Les Paul Custom is a tribute to one of the blues icon’s most coveted guitars, the legendary “Black Beauty.” Inspired by Joe’s late-1950s two-pickup Les Paul Custom, with its original factory-installed Bigsby, this model offers a unique blend of classic style and modern dependability.
Gretsch Guitars G2627T Strealiner Center: $599.99, now $509.99 @Guitar Center
The stunning Gretsch G2627T is big, bold, and full of classic Gretsch vibes. From the amazing build quality and stylish aesthetic to the iconic tones, this guitar oozes class. If this ticks all your boxes, now is the perfect time to pick one up, as you can save $90 at Guitar Center.
Fender Ben Gibbard Mustang: $1,249.99, now $1,009.99 @Guitar Center
This stunning short-scale offset comes from Death Cab for Cutie axeman Ben Gibbard and is based on his heavily modified ‘70s Fender Mustang. Featuring a lightweight chambered ash body and modern “C”-shaped maple neck, this guitar is a comfortable and versatile stage performer. Save $240 at Guitar Center.
Fender American Professional II Telecaster: $2,099.99, now $1,899.99 @Sweetwater
Featuring a duo of V-Mod II single-coil pickups, a clever top-load/string-through Tele bridge with compensated brass "bullet" saddles, and a seriously playable "Deep C neck", this is easily one of the best Telecasters on the market right now. Save $200 right now.
Duesenberg Duo-Tone Starplayer TV: $4,299, now $3,199 @Sweetwater
This guitar is pure class in my opinion – looking like something from the golden age of guitars. From the slim spruce-topped-maple semi-hollowbody construction to the proprietary Diamond Deluxe tremolo unit and Z-Tuners, the Duo-Tone Starplayer TV is a high-end, premium build full of modern features and playability. Save a whopping $1,100 at Sweetwater.
Fender Tom Morello "Arm The Homeless" guitar: $1,999, now $1,799 @Sweetwater
After years of speculation, Fender has granted Tom Morello fans’ wishes and finally launched a replica of his Arm the Homeless electric guitar – the misfit six-string that fueled Rage Against the Machine and changed the face of rock guitar as we know it. Save $200 at Sweetwater.
Sterling By Music Man Mariposa: $649.99, now $449.99 @Musician's Friend
Let's just take a minute to appreciate how gorgeous the Mariposa is. Coming from the mind of Mars Volta and At The Drive-In axeman, Omar Rodríguez-López, the Mariposa sees the prog/post-hardcore guitarist step away from Ibanez and join forces with Music Man for a stellar budget sig. Save $200 at Musician’s Friend.
Schecter Guitar Research C-1 Platinum: $1,149, now $949 @Musician's Friend
If you want something with plenty of metal credentials without spending too much, check out the Schecter C-1. For me, it’s great value for money, with a very playable neck, dual EMG 81 humbuckers, and a lovely figured top.
Kramer The 84 "The Illusionist": $1,099, now $699 @Musician's Friend
Looking for an ‘80s shredder? I’ve found just the one. Currently, there’s a whopping $400 off this striking Kramer 84 with that awesome illusionist paint job. Under the hood, the 84 features a Seymour Duncan JB humbucker, one of the most revered pickups in rock and metal. Known for its rich harmonics, tight low end, and boosted upper mids, the JB delivers everything from creamy leads to crunchy, aggressive riffing.
