Cyber Monday guitar deals 2025: all the biggest savings that are still live at Sweetwater, Guitar Center, and more

Cyber Monday guitar deals 2025: Everything you need to know ahead of this year's sale
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Cyber Monday guitar deals 2025: Everything you need to know ahead of this year's sale

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Just like that, Cyber Monday is over for another year. Now, if you missed out on a Cyber Monday deal, don't worry, you still have a little time to save, but you'll need to be quick!

Today is all about the last-minute cyber deals and some of your last opportunities to bag the biggest savings of the year. By this point, many deals will start selling out or returning to the normal price, but if you missed out on the Black Friday guitar deals action, you will still have a small amount of time to take advantage of reduced prices on your favorite gear.

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🥇 Editors' picks

D’Angelico Premier Series Brighton
Save 56% ($500)
D’Angelico Premier Series Brighton: was $899.99 now $399.99 at Guitar Center

The biggest percentage discount on guitar we’ve seen across the entire Cyber Weekend period – a huge $500 markdown, representing a 56% reduction. This is a smartly tailored, slim solidbody loaded with Seymour Duncan designed pickups, Grover tuners and a set-neck build. It’s ideal for anyone looking for new tones and less back ache – while keeping the Les Paul-style scale-length, switching and sustain.

Boss Katana 50 Gen 3
#1 practice amp
Save 15% ($50.99)
Boss Katana 50 Gen 3: was $349.99 now $299 at Amazon

Boss’ Katana 50 is the new benchmark for modern practice amplifiers. It’s got more juice than a Sicilian lemon, more tone than 80s Schwarzenegger, and more versatility than Matthew McConaughey – thanks to its unbelievably-good digital modeling technology, including a Tube Logic modeling system that adds realistic valve-y feel to your chosen tone. Throw in some serious connectivity and you’ve got a beginner-friendly workhorse that’ll see you right through to thousand-cap venues. Read our 4.5-star review.

PRS SE NF3
Save 20% ($160)
PRS SE NF3: was $799 now $639 at Guitar Center

You can save $160 off the PRS SE NF3 list price at Guitar Center right now. The model brought something genuinely new to the S-style table, with its unique Narrowfield hum-canceling pickups and 25” scale-length – and was described as coming “dangerously close” to the firm’s hallowed US builds. Use the saving to make some minor mods and you’ll have a serious player on your hands...

Epiphone Les Paul Custom P-90
Save 19% ($150)
Epiphone Les Paul Custom P-90: was $799 now $649 at Guitar Center

With everybody raving about the new Oasis guitars, this Epiphone Les Paul Custom P-90 caught my eye over at Guitar Center. It's got a hefty $150 discount, and the black and gold aesthetic with dual P-90 pickups gives it a look not too dissimilar to Noel's new guitar, for much less money.

Yamaha Pacifica PAC112V
Save 14% ($50)
Yamaha Pacifica PAC112V: was $359.99 now $309.99 at Sweetwater Sound

With a lightweight alder body, maple neck, Alnico V pickups and a coil-split humbucker, this guitar delivers everything in one attractive, tonally versatile package which is ideal for learners. It’s available in a load of colours, but we love this Sonic Blue finish. Read our full 5-star review.

Universal Audio: Free plugin

Universal Audio: Free plugin
Choose from one of ten different plugins free of charge with this amazing deal over at the Universal Audio website. From classic compressors to tape saturation, there’s something for everyone here, but you’ll need to act fast because they’re only available from November 27 to December 1.

Squier Mini Stratocaster
Bargain Buy
Save 15% ($30)
Squier Mini Stratocaster: was $199 now $169 at Musician's Friend

This mini Stratocaster is a great buy for the new guitar player, or just someone who wants a good quality travel electric. The small scale makes it ideal for younger children, adults with smaller hands, or anyone who prefers the compact feel of a short-scale guitar. With a sweet $30 off the price at Musician's Friend, it's a great buy for beginner guitar players.

Guitar Tricks: Black Friday bundle, $899 $99

Guitar Tricks: Black Friday bundle, $899 $99
Right now you can score the best-value offer of the year on our number one online lessons platform for guitarists. For only $99, you'll get a full access subscription, plus a fantastic beginner bundle, including a custom lesson plan, a beginner bootcamp, the 100 Essential Licks series, a guitar setup guide and loads more. For the full package you'd usually pay $899, but all this works out at just $8.25 per month. Can you put a price on quality education? Actually, you can when it's this cheap.

TrueFire All-Access annual subscription
Save 68% ($170)
TrueFire All-Access annual subscription: was $249 now $79 at TrueFire

Kickstart 2026 with a new practice and learning regime, thanks to this insanely low-priced guitar lessons deal from TrueFire. We’re big fans of the unrivalled volume of content, the huge range of star tutors and the learning paths which help you along the way in a carefully-crafted way. Read our full 4.5-star TrueFire review.

Taylor 110ce
Save 13% ($100)
Taylor 110ce: was $799 now $699 at Sweetwater Sound

The 110ce is a dreadnought acoustic-electric with a solid Sitka spruce top and layered sapele back and sides. Our review praised its excellent fit and finish and its naturally balanced tonality throughout, delivering serious performance well below $1K. It also packs Taylor’s Expression System 2 pickup. For our money, this is the best pound-for-pound acoustic in the price bracket. Read our full 4.5 star review.

Xvive A58 Wireless Guitar System
Save 20%
Xvive A58 Wireless Guitar System: was $149 now $119.20 at Sweetwater Sound

The A58 is the followup to Xvive’s best-selling U2 wireless system and improves it in every way. Its name comes from the 5.8GHz frequency range it operates in, which reduces interference. You get a 70-foot operating range, five hours of battery life, active/passive modes and even an included hardshell carry case. But all you really need to know is that it’s one of the best compact wireless systems on the market and you can rely on it gig after gig.

Universal Audio Guitar Amp Bundle
Software Savings
Save 67% ($200)
Universal Audio Guitar Amp Bundle: was $299 now $99 at uaudio.com

At half price over at the official UA website, the UAD Guitar Amp Bundle is a stunning deal for players who use an audio interface or like to record their playing. It includes four iconic guitar amps, including a trio of the most recorded amps ever with models on the Fender Deluxe Reverb, Marshall Plexi, and the Vox AC30 included. You also get the Woodrow 55 which is based on a Fender Tweed amp.

Electric guitar deals

Beginner guitars

Yamaha Pacifica PAC112V
Save 14% ($50)
Yamaha Pacifica PAC112V: was $359.99 now $309.99 at Sweetwater Sound

With a lightweight alder body, maple neck, Alnico V pickups and a coil-split humbucker, this guitar delivers everything in one attractive, tonally versatile package which is ideal for learners. It’s available in a load of colours, but we love this Sonic Blue finish. Read our full 5-star review.

Gretsch G2420 Streamliner Hollowbody
Save 6% ($30)
Gretsch G2420 Streamliner Hollowbody: was $529.99 now $499.99 at Sweetwater Sound

A full-hollow maple body and Broad’Tron BT-3S humbuckers (with coil-split) give warm jazz tones, bright rock chording and classy sustain, perfect for beginners who want something soulful and versatile. Read our full 4.5-star review.

Squier Mini Stratocaster
Bargain Buy
Save 15% ($30)
Squier Mini Stratocaster: was $199 now $169 at Musician's Friend

This mini Stratocaster is a great buy for the new guitar player, or just someone who wants a good quality travel electric. The small scale makes it ideal for younger children, adults with smaller hands, or anyone who prefers the compact feel of a short-scale guitar. With a sweet $30 off the price at Musician's Friend, it's a great buy for beginner guitar players.

Fender & Squier

Gibson & Epiphone

Epiphone  Flying V '70s Silver Burst
Save 21% ($150)
Epiphone Flying V '70s Silver Burst: was $699 now $549 at Guitar Center

This Guitar Center exclusive was released only a matter of weeks ago, and for Black Friday, it's already receiving a hefty $150 discount!

Epiphone Les Paul Custom Blackback
Save $150
Epiphone Les Paul Custom Blackback: was $799 now $649 at Guitar Center

Guitars don’t come much classier than this limited-edition Inspired By Gibson Epiphone "Tuxedo" Les Paul Custom. Thanks to the Antique Ivory finish, it's a drop-dead stunner, and it’s got the tones to match, which arrive courtesy of the creamy ProBuckers. Its spec sheet has got the DNA of a classic Gibson, but the unique aesthetics will ensure you stand out in a sea of regular old burst-finished Les Pauls.

Epiphone DG-335
Save 23% ($300)
Epiphone DG-335: was $1,299 now $999 at Sweetwater Sound

Grohl’s Gibson has become iconic, and now with the Epiphone replica, you can bag that famous Foos sound at a fraction of the cost. Loaded with Gibson USA pickups, with a Burstbucker 2 in the neck position and Burstbucker 3 in the bridge, there is no better way to nail this famous Grohl tone. Save £300 at Sweetwater.

Epiphone Les Paul Custom P-90
Save 19% ($150)
Epiphone Les Paul Custom P-90: was $799 now $649 at Guitar Center

With everybody raving about the new Oasis guitars, this Epiphone Les Paul Custom P-90 caught my eye over at Guitar Center. It's got a hefty $150 discount, and the black and gold aesthetic with dual P-90 pickups gives it a look not too dissimilar to Noel's new guitar, for much less money.

PRS & PRS SE

PRS SE NF3
Save 20% ($160)
PRS SE NF3: was $799 now $639 at Guitar Center

You can save $160 off the PRS SE NF3 list price at Guitar Center right now. The model brought something genuinely new to the S-style table, with its unique Narrowfield hum-canceling pickups and 25” scale-length – and was described as coming “dangerously close” to the firm’s hallowed US builds. Use the saving to make some minor mods and you’ll have a serious player on your hands...

PRS SE Custom 24 Floyd
Save 20% ($216)
PRS SE Custom 24 Floyd: was $1,079 now $863 at Sweetwater Sound

If there is one thing working in a guitar store has taught me, it’s that metal heads love to save money. With $216 off this SE Custom 24 Floyd guitar at Sweetwater, you can dive bomb between chugging riffs to your heart's content, made even sweeter thanks to a generous discount. Stand out from the crowd with the stunning Charcoal Cherry Burst finish.

PRS SE Special Semi-Hollow
Save 20% ($230)
PRS SE Special Semi-Hollow: was $1,149 now $919 at Sweetwater Sound

There are loads of PRS guitars on sale at the moment, but one of my top picks is this PRS SE Special Semi-Hollow. It's got a huge $230 reduction at Sweetwater, taking it well below a grand, and it's one of the most versatile guitars I've played this year. This comes courtesy of the lineup of three pickups, with dual humbuckers and a Narrowfield DD “S” pickup in between the two. Add in the ability to coil tap the pickups and you've a ridiculous array of tones to choose from, alongside PRS' trademark build quality.

Gretsch

Gretsch  G5422TG
Save $100
Gretsch G5422TG: was $999 now $899 at Sweetwater Sound

Double-cut guitars more your speed? Well, the Gretsch G5422TG Electromatic is a great option. Boasting a set of vintage-voiced Gretsch FT-5E Filter'Tron humbucking pickups and Bigsby B60, this guitar nails that classic Gretsch twang and then some.

Gretsch  Electromatic Jet
Save $140
Gretsch Electromatic Jet: was $789.99 now $649.99 at Sweetwater Sound

Not all Gretsch guitars are massive hollow-bodies, designed for country. Take the Gretsch Electromatic Jet, an underappreciated single cut that is more than capable of rocking. Featuring a chambered mahogany body, laurel-capped mahogany neck, and a set of Blacktop Filter’Tron pickups, this guitar is simple but a lot of fun to play.

Gretsch  Streamliner Cat-Eye
Save 24% ($170)
Gretsch Streamliner Cat-Eye: was $699.99 now $529.99 at Guitar Center

Man, this guitar is a serious looker, right? Thankfully, it sounds just as good as it looks. The Gretsch Streamliner Cat-Eye more than delivers the Gretsch sound thanks to a trio Broad'Tron BT-3S humbucking pickups. The guitar also features a 16" arched maple body with a chambered center block and cat-eye f-holes.

Gretsch G5427TG Electromatic
Save $270
Gretsch G5427TG Electromatic: was $1,019.99 now $749.99 at Guitar Center

This stunning Gretsch has got a massive $270 reduction, and that midnight blue finish with gold hardware makes it a real head turner. Dual Filter’Tron pickups are perfect for rock and roll guitar playing, while the treble bleed circuit ensures you can roll off the volume and still retain the clarity. Add in a Bigsby tremolo, and you’ve got yourself one amazing guitar for a lot less.

Acoustic guitar deals

Taylor 110ce
Save 13% ($100)
Taylor 110ce: was $799 now $699 at Sweetwater Sound

The 110ce is a dreadnought acoustic-electric with a solid Sitka spruce top and layered sapele back and sides. Our review praised its excellent fit and finish and its naturally balanced tonality throughout, delivering serious performance well below $1K. It also packs Taylor’s Expression System 2 pickup. For our money, this is the best pound-for-pound acoustic in the price bracket. Read our full 4.5 star review.

Epiphone Dove Studio
Acoustic Deal
Save 13% ($70)
Epiphone Dove Studio: was $549.99 now $479.99 at Musician's Friend

If you want an acoustic guitar that's going to stand out from the crowd, the good looks of the Epiphone Dove Studio are sure to turn some heads at your next show. Similar to the Hummingbird in its visual flair, it's got a solid spruce top which means it sounds the part too.

Taylor 214ce
Save 10% ($100)
Taylor 214ce: was $999 now $899 at Guitar Center

This Grand Auditorium is built with a solid Sitka spruce top and layered copafera back and sides, offering a comfortable, versatile body shape that suits both strummers and fingerstyle players. Life is better when there’s a good Taylor guitar in your life, and for this guitar, at this price, you won’t go wrong. The ES-2 electronics give you full control on stage. This is a well-rounded, gig-worthy Taylor at a solid discount.

Taylor 324ce
Save 4% ($100)
Taylor 324ce: was $2,699 now $2,599 at Sweetwater Sound

A Grand Auditorium with a mahogany top and sapele back and sides, the 324ce offers a warm, rich voice that stands out among its peers. We highlighted in our review its “electric-like feel” neck and fast, accurate setup right out of the case. With the Expression System onboard, this is a serious workhorse for stage and studio, only now a little lighter on the wallet. Read our full 4.5 star review.

Taylor 414ce
Save 3% ($100)
Taylor 414ce: was $2,999 now $2,899 at Sweetwater Sound

This full-solid Grand Auditorium combines a Sitka spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides, giving you a lush, resonant tone with sustainable sustain. Guitar World calls it a “high-end workhorse” with “incredibly resonant” voice and versatile Expression System 2 electronics. Treat yourself; this is a full-fat Taylor built to perform now and appreciate with time. Read our full 4.5 star review.

Bass guitar deals

Fender Player II Jazz Bass
Save 17% ($140)
Fender Player II Jazz Bass: was $839 now $699 at Guitar Center

How often do you see a discount on Fender’s perennially popular Player II range? Hardly ever. But for Black Friday, Guitar Center is clearing out this limited-edition British Racing Green beauty with $140 off. Player Series Alnico 5 single coils deliver that cutting Jazz tone, while a satin-finished neck with rolled fingerboard edges makes for a comfortable, ahem, player. Did we mention that finish? This deal won’t hang around long.

Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34
Save 20% ($200)
Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34: was $999 now $799 at Guitar Center

The Music Man StingRay is one of the all-time great bass sounds, and this budget version adds some neat upgrades. The three-band active preamp gives you control over the bass, midrange and treble coming out of the two Alnico humbuckers, and there’s a five-way pickup selector. If there’s a tone you can’t get out of this baby, it ain’t worth having. And mmm, roasted maple neck. $200 off.

Yamaha TRBX304
Save 12% ($50)
Yamaha TRBX304: was $419.99 now $369.99 at Sweetwater Sound

This Yamaha TRBX304 is a great shout for beginner bassists who want a great playing bass guitar with outstanding build quality. The humbuckers feature oversized magnets which deliver titanic tones, and a powerful 5-band EQ means you sculpt your sound however you please. With a $50 reduction at Sweetwater it's insanely good value for money.

Amp deals

Fender 68 Custom Twin Reverb
Save 14% ($271.20)
Fender 68 Custom Twin Reverb: was $1,999.99 now $1,728.79 at Guitar Center

The Twin Reverb is amongst the most desirable guitar amps in the world, providing an incredible base tone that’s great as a pedal platform. It’s big, heavy, and unashamedly loud, the perfect antidote to those who don’t fancy a modeler. With dual Celestion speakers, the ‘silverface’ look of the 60s, and a huge $270 reduction, this is the amp for players who want iconic tone with serious volume.

Positive Grid Spark 2
Save 14% ($50)
Positive Grid Spark 2: was $349 now $299 at Positive Grid

Packing a built-in looper, more amps and effects than you can shake a stick at, as well AI tone generation and powerful practice tools, it's a cutting-edge guitar amp that will suit a huge variety of players. Save $50 at Positive Grid.

Positive Grid Spark Go
Save 20% ($30)
Positive Grid Spark Go: was $149 now $119 at Positive Grid

A superb mini amp that streaks ahead of the competition. Both the black and pearl editions have a $30 discount on the official PG site at the moment – that's the original pre-order price and a bit of a bargain if you ask us. If you’re short on space and need something compact that still gets loud when you need it to, then we don’t think it comes any better than this incredible mini practice amp.

Positive Grid Spark Mini
Save 20% ($50)
Positive Grid Spark Mini: was $249 now $199 at Sweetwater Sound

The Positive Grid Spark Mini has been my favorite practice amp for a long time now, thanks to its blend of fantastic tones, excellent volume, yet surprisingly small form factor. With a $50 reduction at Sweetwater, taking it just south of $200, it's awesome value for money, and in my opinion, the perfect practice amp.

Boss Katana 50 Gen 3
#1 practice amp
Save 15% ($50.99)
Boss Katana 50 Gen 3: was $349.99 now $299 at Amazon

Boss’ Katana 50 is the new benchmark for modern practice amplifiers. It’s got more juice than a Sicilian lemon, more tone than 80s Schwarzenegger, and more versatility than Matthew McConaughey – thanks to its unbelievably-good digital modeling technology, including a Tube Logic modeling system that adds realistic valve-y feel to your chosen tone. Throw in some serious connectivity and you’ve got a beginner-friendly workhorse that’ll see you right through to thousand-cap venues. Read our 4.5-star review.

Boss Katana Gen 3 100W
Save $70
Boss Katana Gen 3 100W: was $449.99 now $379.99 at Guitar Center

The Boss Katana is arguably one of the most revered practice amps of the last few years, and it’s easy to see why. Loaded with top-notch effects and amp models as well as three power settings, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better practice solution on the market.

Boss Katana-210 Bass
Save 31% ($200)
Boss Katana-210 Bass: was $649.99 now $449.99 at Sweetwater Sound

With three different amp voicings and four effects, the Boss Katana-210 Bass amp is seriously versatile, delivering vintage warmth, modern grind, or a flat setting that's a perfect pedal platform. With chorus, flanger, octave, compression, and dirt tones to add to your signal chain, you can eke out pretty much any tone you like from this one. Add in a stonking $200 discount and you've got yourself a great bass amp for a lot less.

Boss Katana-Mini
Save 30% ($35)
Boss Katana-Mini: was $114.99 now $79.99 at Musician's Friend

The Katana range regularly tops the best-selling amp lists each year, and Boss has distilled its knowhow into this compact powerhouse. It’s easy to use while still offering a decent range of tones: there are three channels – Brown, Crunch and Clean, plus a three-band EQ and onboard delay. You get an aux in, headphone out and It can be powered via six AA batteries when you’re on the move, too.

Marshall MS-2 micro amp
Save 20%
Marshall MS-2 micro amp: was $49.99 now $39.99 at Sweetwater Sound

Ah, the perennial mini amp favorite. The MS-2 has been around since time immemorial and was immortalized when it was strapped to Jack Black’s belt in School of Rock. It’s a little long in the tooth now, but it remains an iconic look, and puts out a gnarly scuzzy drive that’s a lot of fun to mess around with. A 9V battery or power supply will power this one. It comes in black, classic and red tolex, too.

Darkglass Microtubes 500 v2
Save 25% ($250)
Darkglass Microtubes 500 v2: was $999.99 now $749.99 at Sweetwater Sound

With 500 watts of power, the Darkglass Microtube 500 v2 is a proper gigging workhorse designed to output monstrous low end tones. A built in VCA-compressor delivers smooth playing dynamics, while the space to upload three custom IRs makes it a versatile tone machine for the studio. It's currently got a huge $250 reduction over in the Sweetwater Black Friday sale.

Pedal deals

Walrus Audio Fundamental Series: $99 now from $79

Walrus Audio Fundamental Series: $99 now from $79
Walrus Audio’s answer to the JHS 3 Series, the Fundamental Series pedals are almost just as affordable, equally easy to use, and also cover a vast tonal range. Here, there are three voices per pedal, and (get this) sliders to control the parameters. Nifty, eh? A selection of fuzz, overdrive, distortion, reverb and all sorts of other pedals are now available from $79 thanks to Guitar Center’s discount.

JHS 3 Series pedals: Was $99 now $74.25 each

JHS 3 Series pedals: Was $99 now $74.25 each
Even at $99, the JHS 3 Series pedals are a bargain. The comprehensive lineup covers quite literally all tonal bases – overdrive, distortion, chorus, fuzz, delay, screamer, reverb and tremolo included – and each unit is so easy to use it practically operates itself: just three control knobs and mode-switching toggles. Plus, they’re built by JHS, so you know you’re investing in a top quality pedal. They are now a generous 25% off at Guitar Center.

Electro-Harmonix Looper 360
Save 40% ($49.90)
Electro-Harmonix Looper 360: was $125 now $75.10 at Walmart

One of our favorite cheap looper pedals has had $50 slashed off the price. One footswitch covers your record, overdub, undo-redo and loop erase functionality, and you can store up to 11 loops on the pedal itself. With its easy-to-follow LEDs, it’s a great entry point into looping, especially at this price tag. Sweetwater has already sold out, but we’ve found a few more units lurking at Walmart – just be quick!

Boss DS-1 Distortion
Save 21% ($15)
Boss DS-1 Distortion: was $69.99 now $54.99 at Guitar Center

The Boss DS-1 Distortion is an absolute classic of the genre. Stomped by everyone from Kurt Cobain to Joe Satriani, its affordability and rampant gain have made it one of the most popular guitar pedals of all time. Perhaps that’s why I’ve owned two in my lifetime, after regretting selling the first – but, incredibly, I’m now considering buying another.

Dunlop CBM95 Cry Baby Mini
Save 21% ($26)
Dunlop CBM95 Cry Baby Mini: was $125 now $99 at Guitar Center

Full-sized wah pedals are SO last century. Mini wahs are where it’s at right now – maximizing pedalboard real estate while still getting the same tone. And they don’t come much better than Dunlop’s venerable Cry Baby Mini. Boasting the Fasel inductor you’ll find in the full-fat version, plus three adjustable voicings – Low, Vintage and GCB95 – this is all the wah most players will need. And it’s now under $100!

EarthQuaker Devices Plumes
Save 17% ($20)
EarthQuaker Devices Plumes: was $119 now $99 at Guitar Center

One of our favorite Tube Screamer clones, the Plumes is an absolute bargain at this price. As you’d expect from a good TS clone, it’s perfect for pairing with a mid-scooped amp and stacks nicely with other drives, too. Its versatile tones will fit into any guitar rig – and with $20 off this dashing Cherry Bomb, there’s no excuse not to find out why this is a modern overdrive classic.

Boss TU-3
Save 28% ($30)
Boss TU-3: was $109 now $79 at Sweetwater Sound

Fun fact: Boss literally invented the pedal tuner in 1998. Before that, nobody had a tuner on their pedalboard. Isn’t that nuts? All of which is to say that you can trust the TU-3 Chromatic Tuner to keep you in tune. Glare-free display, multiple tuning modes and rock-solid Boss build quality for $79. Let’s go.

MXR FOD Drive
Save 45% ($80)
MXR FOD Drive: was $179 now $99 at Sweetwater Sound

I’m gonna let you in on a secret: the FOD Drive is just a rebadged Dookie Drive – ya know, the pedal that captures Billie Joe Armstrong’s sought-after modded Marshall Plexi crunch from the Green Day album of the same name. Which makes this $99 deal an absolute bargain. A blend knob goes between two different amp characters, allowing you to fine-tune your gain, while a three-way scoop switch gets those mids dialed in juuuust right. Get it! Now!

Tech 21 SansAmp Character Plus
Save 60% ($150)
Tech 21 SansAmp Character Plus: was $249 now $99 at Sweetwater Sound

Tech 21 is clearing out its SansAmp Character Plus range: four compact pedals that act as Guitar DIs, preamp and multi-effects in one. Your options include the Fender-ish Screaming Blonde, Gilmour-targeted English Muffy, Hendrixian Fuzzy Brit and Beatles-friendly Mop Top Liverpool. As a backup to stow in your gigbag, these are a fine investment – especially at 60% off.

MXR Fat Sugar
Save 29% ($41)
MXR Fat Sugar: was $140 now $99 at Guitar Center

Looking for Klon-esque midrange drive from a standard-sized pedal? MXR has got you. The Fat Sugar is more faithful than many other Klones: it blends your clean signal at the start of your sweep, and offers increased headroom via an onboard voltage doubler. There’s also a choice of buffered and true bypass. But, let’s face it, most importantly, it’s pink and sparkly. And $40 off.

ProCo RAT2: Was $126.99, now $88

ProCo RAT2: Was $126.99, now $88
Capable of everything from the filthiest, fuzzy guitar tones to being used to top up your lead licks, the RAT 2 is one of the most popular distortion pedals of all time. And now it's cheaper!

Boss RC-1 Looper
Save 18% ($20)
Boss RC-1 Looper: was $109.99 now $89.99 at Guitar Center

As far as simple loopers go, it's hard to look past the RC-1. In our review, we said, "The Boss RC-1 Loop Station is a really easy-to-use looper pedal with great functionality, 12 minutes record time, stereo ins and outs, and superb build quality. This pedal is perfect for simple looping in a live performance setting or for writing."

Read more: Boss RC-1 review.

Pigtronix Constellator
Save 45% ($80)
Pigtronix Constellator: was $179 now $99 at Sweetwater Sound

At just $99, the Pigtronix Constellator is a brilliant deal at Sweetwater thanks to a huge $80 reduction. It's an analog delay pedal that delivers a luscious warm wash that belies its budget price point. It's a seriously underrated bit of gear, and we love the modulated tones it can deliver, as well as the mini size that means it's easily able to fit onto any 'board.

Wampler Triumph
Save $14
Wampler Triumph: was $99 now $85 at Sweetwater Sound

Remember when the internet went bananas for the DigiTech Bad Monkey? Wampler did, and then made the Triumph – a drive pedal that JHS head honcho Josh Scott called “better than the Bad Monkey”. If all of that means absolutely nothing to you, let me just say that the Triumph is a superb Tube Screamer-derived drive with extra flexibility, via a three-band EQ and a Smooth/Punch switch for classic and modern tones. For Cyber Monday, it’s under $85. Now that’s bananas.

Line 6 POD Express
Save 28% ($50)
Line 6 POD Express: was $179 now $129 at Guitar Center

The cheapest entry point into the Line 6 HX ecosystem is this no-nonsense, easy-to-use offering that spans amp modeling, distortion, modulation, delay and reverb. All with tap tempo, presets and a dedicated headphone output. It uses the same tones as the full-fat Helix, and even has its own dedicated editing software. $129 is a ridiculously low price for this kind of functionality.

Line 6 HX Stomp
Save 14% ($100)
Line 6 HX Stomp: was $699.99 now $599.99 at Guitar Center

I've had a HX Stomp on my pedalboard for the past couple of years now, and it's become the hub for all my delay, reverb, and modulation sounds. Instead of having three separate pedals it handles a multitude of duties sitting in the FX loop of my amp. I also use it for amp modeling in conjunction with third-party IRs, where it's perfect for recording guitar demos. This limited mint green edition has eye-catching looks to add to the equation, and with $100 off at Guitar Center I can highly recommend picking one up.

IK Multimedia  TONEX
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IK Multimedia TONEX: was $429 now $329 at Guitar Center

In our glowing review, we said, "There is no shortage of applications for the TONEX. It's a no-brainer for any player who wants to take a digital version of their rig to their gig in a compact, portable, and affordable format. But it's a similarly practical tool for the home or studio."

Read more: IK Multimedia TONEX Pedal review

Neural DSP  Nano Cortex Bundle
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Neural DSP Nano Cortex Bundle: was $729.98 now $689 at Sweetwater Sound

The Quad Cortex has become an essential unit for us at Guitar World, serving as our go-to for recording audio for our gear demo videos.

In our review, we said, "The Nano Cortex might not be perfect, but with the help of a breezy app, an expansive new update, and some world-class features, it very nearly is. As a compact amp modeler/cab simulator/capture device, this is perhaps the best option out there, screen or no screen."

Bundled with an expression pedal, you can save $40 at Sweetwater.
Read more: Neural DSP Nano Cortex review

Line 6 HX Effects
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Line 6 HX Effects: was $649 now $499 at Sweetwater Sound

HX Effects is ideal for guitarists who love Line 6’s stellar Helix effects but want something with a smaller footprint that can operate with the ease of a traditional stomp box pedalboard. 
Read more: Line 6 HX Effects review

Boss  GT-1000
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Boss GT-1000: was $1,209.99 now $999.99 at Guitar Center

Whether you need a great variety of expressive tones for performing on stage or want to create entirely new signature sounds, the Boss GT-1000 delivers extremely powerful guitar tone and effects capabilities in a stage-worthy, portable, all-in-one rig package.
Read more: Boss GT-1000 review

JHS 424 Gain Stage Channel Preamp Pedal
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JHS 424 Gain Stage Channel Preamp Pedal: was $249 now $186.75 at Sweetwater Sound

If you want to join the tone revolution but don’t quite fancy paying over the odds for vintage gear, the JHS 424 Gain Stage is the pedal for you. With $63 off at Sweetwater, this is the first big-brand take on the famous 424 MK1 recording multitrack recorder, made relevant again by guitarist Mk.gee. Expect whacky versatility, as this pedal will deliver drive, clean boost, fuzz, and can even be used as a direct-in. Perfect for the modern tone chaser. Read our full 4.5-star review.

JHS Hard Drive Distortion
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JHS Hard Drive Distortion: was $199 now $149.25 at Sweetwater Sound

The JHS Hard Drive has been reduced by $50 during this Sweetwater sale and is perfect for children of the ’90s. From Dimebag Darrell scooped-mids tight riffs to classic Green Day and early Foo Fighters Marshall tones, the Hard Drive (available in either black or tan) is an in-your-face, punchy distortion pedal. This is one of JHS’s first completely unique circuits, and picking it up for $50 less than usual is incredibly tempting. Read our full 4.5-star review.

JHS Tidewater Mini Tremolo
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JHS Tidewater Mini Tremolo: was $135 now $101.25 at Sweetwater Sound

Sometimes all I want is a pedal that does its job in the simplest way possible, and the Tidewater Mini does just that. With $34 off at Sweetwater, this mini pedal nails the tremolo tone of classic vintage Fender amplifiers. You know the one – that sweet, musical tremolo that makes everything sound just a little better without taking up much space in the mix. If you don’t know it yet, be warned: play it once and you’ll be hooked for life (take my word for it). There’s a reason why this one features in our guide to the best tremolo pedals.

JHS Colour Box V2 Preamp Pedal
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JHS Colour Box V2 Preamp Pedal: was $449 now $336.75 at Sweetwater Sound

If you’re looking for the biggest discount, you’ve found it. With $113 off the ticket price, the Color Box V2 offers you the best savings at Sweetwater. Luckily for us, it’s a superb pedal too. It is a multifaceted pedal, but its prime use is as a fully analog vintage preamp with oozing overdrive. It’s not hyperbole when I say the Color Box has been used every time my band and I visited our studio to record. This current offer is on the 10th anniversary model, a great chance to pick up something more limited.

JHS Flight Delay
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JHS Flight Delay: was $249 now $186.75 at Sweetwater Sound

The Flight Delay is a fully comprehensive delay pedal, stacked with features you typically want from a modern delay pedal. With a current saving of $63, you’re getting a tasty chunk off, which opens the door to delay, reverse, and analog delays with modulated tapers, tap tempo features, and EQ controls, all in a simple layout. If you’re looking for a delay pedal for life, the Flight Delay should be at the top of your list, as you’re not going to need much more from a delay pedal than this.

Line 6 25th Anniversary DL4 MkII
Line 6 25th Anniversary DL4 MkII: was $299 now $179.99 at Reverb

The Line 6 DL4 MkII is the second iteration of a hugely popular digital modelling delay and looper workstation, and better than the first in practically every way. There’s an XLR-in for vocals, MIDI in, out and thru for digital control, a micro-SD slot for extended memory, USB-C connectivity, new delay models and even a secret reverb mode. This is the 25th Anniversary edition, which trades mint green for a sterling silver colorway (and comes with some limited-edition merch to boot). It’s usually $300, but Reverb’s Black Friday deals continue to confound; you can get it with a huge $120 off. Read our 5-star review.

Pigtronix Constellator
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Pigtronix Constellator: was $179 now $99 at Sweetwater Sound

At just $99, the Pigtronix Constellator is a brilliant deal at Sweetwater thanks to a huge $80 reduction. It's an analog delay pedal that delivers a luscious warm wash that belies its budget price point. It's a seriously underrated bit of gear, and we love the modulated tones it can deliver, as well as the mini size that means it's easily able to fit onto any 'board.

Electro-Harmonix Bass Micro Synth
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Electro-Harmonix Bass Micro Synth: was $324.80 now $211.10 at Sweetwater Sound

This Electro-Harmonix Bass Micro Synth is an absolute playground of sounds, covering everything from Moog synths to some properly out there creations. With four completely independent voices that are all mixable you can craft tones like no other pedal, and the $113.70 discount just sweetens the deal.

Line 6 POD Express Bass
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Line 6 POD Express Bass: was $179 now $129 at Guitar Center

For bassists, this is the cheapest entry point into the world of Line 6 effects. The POD Express Bass gives you amp modeling, distortion, compression, synth, modulation and – if you’re brave – delay. Plus tap tempo, presets, an onboard tuner and a dedicated headphone output. It uses the same tones as the full-fat Helix, and even has its own editing software. Basically, it’s an entire bass rig in a tiny pedal, and a no-brainer at this price point.

Wireless deals

Xvive A58 Wireless Guitar System
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Xvive A58 Wireless Guitar System: was $149 now $119.20 at Sweetwater Sound

The A58 is the followup to Xvive’s best-selling U2 wireless system and improves it in every way. Its name comes from the 5.8GHz frequency range it operates in, which reduces interference. You get a 70-foot operating range, five hours of battery life, active/passive modes and even an included hardshell carry case. But all you really need to know is that it’s one of the best compact wireless systems on the market and you can rely on it gig after gig.

Recording deals

Universal Audio Guitar Amp Bundle
Software Savings
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Universal Audio Guitar Amp Bundle: was $299 now $99 at uaudio.com

At half price over at the official UA website, the UAD Guitar Amp Bundle is a stunning deal for players who use an audio interface or like to record their playing. It includes four iconic guitar amps, including a trio of the most recorded amps ever with models on the Fender Deluxe Reverb, Marshall Plexi, and the Vox AC30 included. You also get the Woodrow 55 which is based on a Fender Tweed amp.

UAD Dream ’65 Reverb Amp
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UAD Dream ’65 Reverb Amp: was $149 now $29 at uaudio.com

I use this amp plugin when I want a clean tube combo vibe that can break into sweet overdrive and lush spring reverb plus vibrato. The realism of having the ‘65 Reverb sound in-box means I can skip the real hardware but still get that silverface feel.

UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp
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UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp: was $149 now $29 at uaudio.com

If you need Plexi-style aggression, rock-era bark or full-on hot-rodded roar, then this is your guy. Three distinct 100-watt plexi circuits, plus boost options and mic’d cabinet emulation, give you the perfect classic sound you need right in your DAW.

UAD Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier
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UAD Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier: was $149 now $29 at uaudio.com

If you want vintage tweed cleans, warm saturation or grungy drive that stays elongated, this amp covers it. Ideal for tracking bluesy leads and ambient guitar textures without the fuss of cab-IR swapping. A very useful part of the toolkit at this price.

Focusrite Focusrite
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Focusrite Focusrite: was $219.99 now $189.99 at Sweetwater Sound

Tthe Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen delivers a great balance of features, performance, and software offering. Its low-latency performance is simply phenomenal, and you can get it to go below 5ms on Mac, which is incredibly low considering the price. It’s great on Windows too, with one of the most robust drivers I’ve ever encountered. Add in some cool features like clip safe and auto gain modes alongside significant improvements in AD/DA conversion, and there’s a good reason it sits in the top picks of my guide. With a nice $30 off over at Sweetwater, it’s the ultimate interface for the vast majority of music makers out there.

Audient iD4 MkII
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Audient iD4 MkII: was $299.99 now $269.99 at Guitar Center

The Audient iD4 MkII is a fantastic bit of kit, and I actually still use it as my travel interface when I need to mix on the go. It’s compact, easy to use, and delivers top-quality sound as you’d expect from a company that makes consoles for professional studios. I love the dual headphone outputs which allows for quick and easy collaboration, and I picked it out as a great option for beginner mixers who want something easy to use, but with enough room to grow into as they develop their craft. It’s currently got a cool $30 reduction in the Guitar Center sale, so if you’re looking for a great all-rounder they don’t come much better than this.

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X
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Universal Audio Apollo Twin X: was $1,199 now $999 at Sweetwater Sound

If you want something a little more ‘pro’, the Universal Audio Apollo Twin X is the step up you’ve been looking for. I use its bigger brother, the X4, as my daily in my home studio, and when I was reviewing the Twin X I really loved the analogue style workflow it encourages you to take on. By harnessing the DSP power within the interface itself, you can offload processing from your computer to the interface itself, allowing you to place plugins on the input path like you would in a proper studio. It’s got a huge $200 discount at Sweetwater right now, so if you’re ready to step up to the big leagues, then this is the interface for you.

IK Multimedia Axe I/O
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IK Multimedia Axe I/O: was $399.99 now $299.99 at Sweetwater Sound

For those who primarily record guitars, the IK Multimedia Axe I/O is the ultimate guitar audio interface. It’s got some properly cool guitarist-friendly features, like the ability to switch the input for active or passive pickups, an impedance control for changing the high-end content, a dedicated reamp out for changing those DI tones, and it even has a built-in guitar tuner. It’s got a ginormous $100 off at Sweetwater in the Black Friday sale, so if you want to upgrade the way you record your guitars, this is my favorite interface for guitarists.

SSL2+ MKII
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SSL2+ MKII: was $299.99 now $249.99 at Guitar Center

I picked out the SSL2+ MKII as a great interface for recording vocals, because SSL preamps are known for being ultra-clean. This is certainly the case with what’s an offer here, but there’s also some additional functionality that I think makes it particularly well-suited for singer-songwriters. The dual headphone outs are great for collaborating with others on tracks, and with dedicated volumes for each, you can set a perfect balance for you and the vocalist you’re working with. The built-in low cut for each track is also super handy, allowing you to get rid of any low-end rumble you might get from your singer moving around whilst they deliver their take. With a nice $50 reduction in the Guitar Center sale, it’s a great time to pick up this interface and upgrade the sound of your recordings for Black Friday.

❓ Cyber Monday guitar deals: FAQ

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When is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday 2025 will land on Monday, 1 December. The deals won't be restricted to those just Cyber Weekend, though. Previous experience tells us that some of the best Cyber Monday guitar deals will emerge well in advance of the event, and extend well into the following week – so keep checking this page to see what epic deals we uncover.

Should I buy guitar gear online during Cyber Monday?

If you're concerned about buying a guitar or other gear on Cyber Monday without playing it first, you needn’t be. Online music instrument retailers like Guitar Center, Musician’s Friend and Sweetwater offer hassle-free returns as standard, so you can purchase a guitar, play it in the comfort and privacy of your home and, if it’s not right, send it back without issue.

You should check the specific returns policy for your chosen retailer before you purchase, but most offer between 30-45 days to return an item, as long as it’s in original condition.

🛒 Cyber Monday guitar deals: Shopping tips

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Got your eye on a few things and wondering whether Cyber Monday is the time to buy? Here's a few tips from our personal experience that will ensure you're ready to strike if the gear you want is up for grabs:

1. Create a wishlist early - The most sensible way to take advantage of this year's Cyber Monday deals is to know in advance what you’re looking for. This will make searching much easier, rather than having to trawl through loads of deals you don’t want to find the ones you do, or pondering things you don't need. To help you create your dream shopping list, take the time to explore our expert and up-to-date buying guides and reviews.

2. Work out what you actually need - Check out your favourite brands, see what you need and will genuinely use - don’t waste your cash and fill your basket with stuff that will never truly see any action.

3. Consider your music goals - What do you want to achieve with your music over the next 12 months or so? Do you want to gig more? Learn a new instrument? Or finally, record your songs? Now could be the time to invest in gear that helps you fulfil your musical aspirations.

4. Streamline your current gear - Something else you should consider ahead of time is whether you have enough space in your collection for new gear. Could you offload some gear you don't use to make room and generate funds for some new gear?

5. Sign up to mailing lists - In addition to bookmarking this page, we'd recommend signing up to mailing lists of your favourite retailers now to get the jump on the best deals when they do come around.

🧐 How we choose deals

Here at Guitar World, we are experts in our field, with many years of playing and product testing between us. We live and breathe everything guitar-related, and we draw on this knowledge and experience of using products in live, recording and rehearsal scenarios when selecting the products we recommend.

First and foremost, we are guitarists, and we want to match other players with the right products for them, at the best prices.

For us to recommend a deal it has to be a product we rate that’s a genuinely great price or part of a truly fantastic bundle. It’s also important that we only recommend retailers where you will have a positive shopping experience.

🤔 Why you can trust us

We spend a lot of our time scouring guitar retailers for fantastic deals on our favorite gear. Not only is it our job to research and recommend the best gear in our buyer’s guides, but we’re also dedicated to helping players get the best deals for the gear they need, too. After all, the only thing better than new gear day is a hearty discount.

We cover a lot of the big sales events throughout the year, including Memorial Day, Black Friday, 4th of July sales and Amazon Prime Day, and we have a good view on which products are likely to receive the biggest discounts and when, the prices they’ve been in the past and which deals are genuinely worth a look.

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I'm Guitar World's eCommerce Editor. In addition to testing the latest music gear, it's my job to manage the 200+ buyer's guides on the site and help guitarists find the right gear and the best prices for them. I've been a guitar player for 30 years and a drummer for almost 20. I've worked in the music gear industry for 20 years, including 7 years as Editor of the UK's best-selling drum magazine Rhythm, and 5 years as a freelance music writer, during which time I worked with the world's biggest instrument brands including Boss, Laney and Roland.

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