Prime Day guitar deals 2026 LIVE: all of today's biggest savings on guitar gear at Amazon, Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Fender and beyond

It’s no secret that we love Squier guitars here at Guitar World, with the Squier Affinity Stratocaster FMT HSS topping many of our budget-friendly buyer’s guides over the years. That’s why we were excited to see that the gorgeous Sienna Sunburst version is down to only $340.30 over at Amazon.

Losing guitar picks is just part and parcel of life as a guitarist, and if you're anything like me you'll need to restock regularly. I leave them at gigs, rehearsals, recording sessions, lose them down the side of the sofa, or sometimes they just mysteriously disappear when I drop them on the floor, presumably lost to the ether. The elixir then, is this 12-pack of Jim Dunlop Max Grip picks, available for just $5.76 in the early Amazon Prime Day sales. That's $0.48 per pick.

If you’re still chaining your pedals together on the floor then this is the deal for you. The Donner Pedal Board is low cost and it includes an integrated power supply which saves you having to buy and fit one separately. The wooden sides give it a classier look than your average all-black construction, and it includes a carry bag so you can take it to rehearsals or shows. For guitarists looking for their first pedalboard, this is an awesome deal with 5% knocked off the regular price.

If you feel like changing up your guitar playing a bit this year, adding a guitar slide is a great way to open yourself up to some fresh techniques. I picked up the slide a few years back when I hit a rut in my playing, and even just for subtle little things, it made a huge difference. A simple solo suddenly took on a whole new timbre, sliding it down the strings with masses of effects pedals, resulting in some otherworldly sounds. This Ernie Ball Slide is just $8.99 in the early Prime Day sales, so well worth a punt if you fancy experimenting with your guitar tone.

Fancy a whopping 16 different modulation effects for only $39.99? That works out at under $3 an effect! If you want to explore the world of modulation and find your own sound, then the Donner Mod Square II is the stomp for you.

Personally, I never miss a chance to bag a new set of strings at a discount, as I go through them like wildfire playing with my band and recording in my local studio. These D'Addario XL strings are super value for money at the moment, with a three-pack costing just $15.99 at Amazon, which works out to just $5.33 per pack.

A fully analog delay that's small enough to fit on any pedalboard for only $30? Yes please. Featuring warm repeats, a robust aluminum-alloy enclosure, and true bypass switching, this pedal is a steal at under $40!

This D'Addario Thumb Pick is nearly half price over at Amazon at the moment. It's great for that country-style chicken picking, or just adding additional control to regular fingerpicking styles. Down to just $4.99, it's a cheap way to try a brand-new guitar technique, and who knows what hitherto undiscovered sounds you could unlock.

For the acoustic guitar players out there, this Ernie Ball Earthwood Acoustic Guitar Strings 3-pack has got a wicked 15% discount. Working out at just $5.10 per pack, it's a great value way to stock up on strings for the future, or outfit more guitars in your collection for less.

Speaking of strings, if you want to make yours last longer, then wiping down after every playing session with D'Addario XLR8 String Cleaner will ensure you get much more out of your string sets. Every time you play, sweat, dirt, and grime from your hands go onto the strings, drastically reducing their life span, and the resulting black gunk you get on your strings is a direct result of that. Available for just $6.49 at Amazon, when used regularly this cleaner will make sure your strings stay fresh for longer.

If you're the regularly gigging sort, you'll definitely appreciate this Road Runner ABS Case. It fits a wide variety of solid body guitars, including brands like Fender, Yamaha, Gretsch, and many more. It won't fit all Les Paul-style guitars, however, so avoid it if you have one of those. It's an absolute bargain at the moment, thanks to a $60 reduction at Musician's Friend.

The G7th Performance 3 Capo is widely regarded as one of the best around by the guitar community. Its unique design means it fits on pretty much any guitar, electric or acoustic, and the adjustable clamping force makes it super user-friendly. It's got a nice $10 discount at Sweetwater at the moment, great for the player who likes to experiment with their songwriting.

This Ernie Ball Polylock Guitar Strap is a great buy for two reasons. First, the locking system ensures their guitar never falls off the strap pins accidentally, making it great for use with more premium instruments. Second, the wide band makes it super comfortable for longer playing sessions, and great if you have a particularly heavy guitar like a Les Paul. It's got 11% off at Sweetwater at the moment, bringing the price down just below the $40 mark.

This Fender Original Series cable is so brightly colored that you're guaranteed not to leave it on stage at their next show. I've been using Fender guitar cables for a long time now, and they've always served me well, so this one is an easy recommendation for me. With $5 off at Guitar Center, it's below $20, great value for a long-lasting guitar cable.

The ProCo Rat 2 is one of the most copied guitar pedal circuits of all time, known for its versatile distortion that goes all the way from light crunch to fully fuzzed out. It's currently had the price dropped by $31.99 at Musician's Friend, bringing the price down to well below the $100 mark. If you like making a racket with their electric guitar, this is a great time to pick up this classic pedal for less.

Guitar players usually have a spare set of strings or two going, but it's quite rare that we try different types. If you have an acoustic guitar, then I'd highly recommend trying these D'Addario EJ40 Silk & Steel strings. They offer a warmer tone than regular acoustic guitar strings, and could be just the thing to offer up a fresh touch to their guitar playing. Best of all, they're down to below $10 over at Guitar Center, bargain!

If you're looking for a great deal on guitar accessories, this is one of the best I've seen so far for Prime Day. Hercules stands are known to be the best in the business, providing high-quality storage for guitar players. It's a super useful present they'll actually use, and has the benefit of keeping the house a bit tidier! It's got nearly 20% off at Sweetwater at the moment, making it an absolute steel.

For first-time players or anyone looking to add a Strat to their arsenal without breaking the bank, it really doesn’t get much better than this in this price range. It’s snappy, vibrant, and resonant, and the Tahitian Coral poplar body gives it a lighter, airier vibe that really suits unplugged playing. The maple neck is a comfortable C profile that feels familiarly playable. The guitar also held its own when plugged into a Fender Blues Junior.

It’s no secret that we love Squier guitars here at Guitar World, with the Squier Affinity Stratocaster FMT HSS topping many of our budget-friendly buyer’s guides over the years. That’s why we were excited to see that the gorgeous Sienna Sunburst version is down to only $340.30 over at Amazon.

I've spied a humongous discount of $599 on a Gibson J-45 Studio, taking the price down to below the $1,800 mark. If you want a pro-level dreadnought acoustic with a huge voice, then I reckon this is one of the best deals going on an acoustic-electric guitar right now. The 24.75” scale length makes it ultra-playable, and the all-solid Sitka spruce and walnut tonewood combo delivers an epic voice, even when you strum it as hard as you can.

It's hard to imagine a musical scenario where this SE wouldn't shine. Whether you're shredding solos, grooving with a wedding band, or strumming your heart out, this guitar will more than keep up, and thankfully, it has the stunning playability to match its gorgeous tones. Save $250 for Memorial Day at Musician's Friend.

This Positive Grid amp is widely considered the best practice amp out there, and right now you can score20% off on Amazon!

Read more: Positive Grid Spark 2 Review

Positive Grid continued its innovative streak with the launch of a new pair of affordable headphones housing their pioneering Spark software and enabling supercharged, quiet home practice. Now the Spark Neo Core cans are available with a 38% discount, making them only $99 for a limited run. In our 4-star review, we said that the Spark Neo Core “Offers realistic and immersive guitar tones”.

If you’re still chaining your pedals together on the floor then this is the deal for you. The Donner Pedal Board is low cost and it includes an integrated power supply which saves you having to buy and fit one separately. The wooden sides give it a classier look than your average all-black construction, and it includes a carry bag so you can take it to rehearsals or shows. For guitarists looking for their first pedalboard, this is an awesome deal with 5% knocked off the regular price.

A fully analog delay that's small enough to fit on any pedalboard for only $30? Yes please. Featuring warm repeats, a robust aluminum-alloy enclosure, and true bypass switching, this pedal is a steal at under $40!

The ProCo Rat 2 is one of the most copied guitar pedal circuits of all time, known for its versatile distortion that goes all the way from light crunch to fully fuzzed out. It's currently had the price dropped by $31.99 at Musician's Friend, bringing the price down to well below the $100 mark. If you like making a racket with their electric guitar, this is a great time to pick up this classic pedal for less.

If you're looking for a great deal on guitar accessories, this is one of the best I've seen so far for Prime Day. Hercules stands are known to be the best in the business, providing high-quality storage for guitar players. It's a super useful present they'll actually use, and has the benefit of keeping the house a bit tidier! It's got nearly 20% off at Sweetwater at the moment, making it an absolute steel.

This Fender Original Series cable is so brightly colored that you're guaranteed not to leave it on stage at their next show. I've been using Fender guitar cables for a long time now, and they've always served me well, so this one is an easy recommendation for me. With $5 off at Guitar Center, it's below $20, great value for a long-lasting guitar cable.

This Ernie Ball Polylock Guitar Strap is a great buy for two reasons. First, the locking system ensures their guitar never falls off the strap pins accidentally, making it great for use with more premium instruments. Second, the wide band makes it super comfortable for longer playing sessions, and great if you have a particularly heavy guitar like a Les Paul. It's got 11% off at Sweetwater at the moment, bringing the price down just below the $40 mark.

The G7th Performance 3 Capo is widely regarded as one of the best around by the guitar community. Its unique design means it fits on pretty much any guitar, electric or acoustic, and the adjustable clamping force makes it super user-friendly. It's got a nice $10 discount at Sweetwater at the moment, great for the player who likes to experiment with their songwriting.

If you're the regularly gigging sort, you'll definitely appreciate this Road Runner ABS Case. It fits a wide variety of solid body guitars, including brands like Fender, Yamaha, Gretsch, and many more. It won't fit all Les Paul-style guitars, however, so avoid it if you have one of those. It's an absolute bargain at the moment, thanks to a $60 reduction at Musician's Friend.

Speaking of strings, if you want to make yours last longer, then wiping down after every playing session with D'Addario XLR8 String Cleaner will ensure you get much more out of your string sets. Every time you play, sweat, dirt, and grime from your hands go onto the strings, drastically reducing their life span, and the resulting black gunk you get on your strings is a direct result of that. Available for just $6.49 at Amazon, when used regularly this cleaner will make sure your strings stay fresh for longer.

For the acoustic guitar players out there, this Ernie Ball Earthwood Acoustic Guitar Strings 3-pack has got a wicked 15% discount. Working out at just $5.10 per pack, it's a great value way to stock up on strings for the future, or outfit more guitars in your collection for less.

This D'Addario Thumb Pick is nearly half price over at Amazon at the moment. It's great for that country-style chicken picking, or just adding additional control to regular fingerpicking styles. Down to just $4.99, it's a cheap way to try a brand-new guitar technique, and who knows what hitherto undiscovered sounds you could unlock.

Personally, I never miss a chance to bag a new set of strings at a discount, as I go through them like wildfire playing with my band and recording in my local studio. These D'Addario XL strings are super value for money at the moment, with a three-pack costing just $15.99 at Amazon, which works out to just $5.33 per pack.

If you feel like changing up your guitar playing a bit this year, adding a guitar slide is a great way to open yourself up to some fresh techniques. I picked up the slide a few years back when I hit a rut in my playing, and even just for subtle little things, it made a huge difference. A simple solo suddenly took on a whole new timbre, sliding it down the strings with masses of effects pedals, resulting in some otherworldly sounds. This Ernie Ball Slide is just $8.99 in the early Prime Day sales, so well worth a punt if you fancy experimenting with your guitar tone.

Losing guitar picks is just part and parcel of life as a guitarist, and if you're anything like me you'll need to restock regularly. I leave them at gigs, rehearsals, recording sessions, lose them down the side of the sofa, or sometimes they just mysteriously disappear when I drop them on the floor, presumably lost to the ether. The elixir then, is this 12-pack of Jim Dunlop Max Grip picks, available for just $5.76 in the early Amazon Prime Day sales. That's $0.48 per pick.