Prime Day guitar deals 2025: official dates, the best early deals and July 4th bargains

Prime Day guitar deals
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Prime Day 2025 takes place from July 8th through to the 11th. Now, Prime Day may not officially kick off for a little over a week, but that doesn't mean you can't save big already. Of course, we're expecting the very best offers to be reserved for when the sales event officially launches, but there are still plenty of fresh deals out there for us guitar gear hounds, on Amazon and beyond. 

This year's Prime Day is sure to be a good one, and we're predicting big savings on all things guitar-related. If it's anything like last year, it'll be particularly great if you're on the hunt for new pedals or accessories, such as strings and picks.

If you were to visit Amazon right now, you'd be met with a slew of early offers, such as 50% off movies and TV, but musical instrument deals are a little thin on the ground at the moment. We fully expect this to change as we approach the big day. 

That said, if you hop off-site, you'll discover pretty remarkable 4th of July sales happening at all the major music retailers, including up to 60% off a host of big-name brands at Sweetwater, up to 45% in Guitar Center's Stars, Stripes and Savings sale, and a massive up to 60% off at Musician's Friend

We'll be routinely updating this page from now until the sale officially ends, so be sure to check back regularly to see what epic guitar-related bargains we uncover. 

Become a Prime member for FREE

Become a Prime member for FREE
Before you can take advantage of Amazon's Prime Day deals you'll need to become a Prime member. Signing up is easy and there's currently a 30-day free trial available which will comfortably cover you for Prime Day. After this it's $14.99 per month. Prime members benefit from free delivery, access to Prime video and more.

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Prime Day guitar deals 2025: Editor's picks

Prime Day isn't quite here yet, but these are the best guitar deals online right now, at Amazon and beyond:

Amazon Music Unlimited: Get 4 months for free

Amazon Music Unlimited: Get 4 months for free
In celebration of Prime Day, new and existing members can bag 4 months of Amazon Music Unlimited streaming absolutely free - that means access to 100 million songs, ad-free, including HD and Spatial Audio options. Not a member? You can still get 3 months for nothing by clicking the link. 

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Lego Fender Stratocaster: $174, now $153

Lego Fender Stratocaster: $174, now $153
Looking for a fun guitar project that doesn’t involve soldering or dismantling your favorite axe? Why not take a stab at the Lego Fender Stratocaster guitar and amp kit? It's super fun and incredibly accessible, and with 12% off at Amazon, it's now a little cheap, too. 

D'Addario XL Strings: Was $1.99, now $17.99

D'Addario XL Strings: Was $1.99, now $17.99
While purchasing fresh sets of strings might not be the most exciting thing, it's something all us guitarists need to do on a regular basis, so stocking up isn't a bad idea. 

PRS SE Custom 24
PRS SE Custom 24: was $849 now $679 at Guitar Center

The PRS SE Custom 24 is one of our favorite guitars here at Guitar World. For me, it hits that sweet spot of affordability, playability, and great sound, making it a proper gigging workhorse that will sound just as good in the studio as it does on stage. It's got single coil sounds available alongside the humbuckers, and the build quality is amongst the best I've ever seen. With a $170 discount at Guitar Center, this is a must-have if you need a pro-grade guitar that doesn't cost the earth.

Musora Guitar Lessons
Musora Guitar Lessons: was $127 now $10 at musora.com

If you're looking to improve your guitar playing, this is an awesome deal. Geared towards beginners, these lessons from Musora usually cost $127, but they're down to just $10 for a limited time. Whether you're just getting started playing or you need a refresher, at this price, it's an unbelievable deal. There are also lessons for bass, drums, and piano if you or someone you know is looking to improve their skills.

Prime Day guitar deals 2025: Guitar deals

Ernie Ball Music Man St Vincent Goldie
Ernie Ball Music Man St Vincent Goldie: was $3,099 now $2,499 at Musician's Friend

The Ernie Ball Music Man St Vincent Goldie is a weird-looking instrument, but I found it surprisingly comfortable when I played one. Despite it looking more like a quirky indie guitar, you can absolutely shred on this thing, and I thought the neck profile was super comfortable. It's got a colossal $600 reduction over at Musician's Friend, so if you're in the market for some premium and a little less usual, go check it out.

PRS SE Custom 24
PRS SE Custom 24: was $849 now $679 at Guitar Center

The PRS SE Custom 24 is one of our favorite guitars here at Guitar World. For me, it hits that sweet spot of affordability, playability, and great sound, making it a proper gigging workhorse that will sound just as good in the studio as it does on stage. It's got single coil sounds available alongside the humbuckers, and the build quality is amongst the best I've ever seen. With a $170 discount at Guitar Center, this is a must-have if you need a pro-grade guitar that doesn't cost the earth.

Vox Bobcat S66 Sapphire Blue: Save $1,000!
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Vox Bobcat S66 Sapphire Blue: Save $1,000!
Made to fully replicate the vintage vibe of the original Bobcat, this modern version is dripping with retro mojo. If you head over to Reverb, you can score this incredible guitar for only $499.99, that's a mammoth saving of $1,000! 

Prime Day guitar deals 2025: Amps & pedals deals

Electro-Harmonix Soul POG
Electro-Harmonix Soul POG: was $324.80 now $129.90 at Sweetwater Sound

The EHX Soul POG is criminally underrated in my opinion. I've had one on my 'board for years now, sitting near the front of my chain to give me a tone boost through the Soul Food and, of course, that delicious octave guitar tone courtesy of the POG. It's super flexible as you can swap the order of the pedals, or use the send and return jacks to insert effects in between the two. With a ginormous $194.90 discount, it's cheaper than just buying a Nano POG by itself, so you're essentially getting the Soul Food for free. Bargain!

D'Addario XPND Pedalboard: $109.99, $104.99

D'Addario XPND Pedalboard: $109.99, $104.99
We are massive fans of D'Addario's game-changing telescopic pedalboard design. This unique 'board adjusts to accommodate your pedal needs, meaning it will always fit your setup and remain neat and tidy at your feet. Save 5% for a limited time at Amazon. 

Joyo Overdrive: Was $59.99, now $47.99

Joyo Overdrive: Was $59.99, now $47.99
Everyone needs a Tube Screamer-clone on their ‘board, and even at full price this Joyo Overdrive pedal is excellent value for money. Down to just $47.99 with a 20% reduction in the early Prime Day sale at Amazon, if you’re looking to fill a gap on your pedalboard or just get started building your first one, it’s a great option. Two sections give you a boost and an overdrive function, making it nice and versatile in use and essentially making it two pedals in one bright green enclosure. 

Prime Day guitar deals 2025: Accessories

Lego Fender Stratocaster: $174, now $153

Lego Fender Stratocaster: $174, now $153
Looking for a fun guitar project that doesn’t involve soldering or dismantling your favorite axe? Why not take a stab at the Lego Fender Stratocaster guitar and amp kit? It's super fun and incredibly accessible, and with 12% off at Amazon, it's now a little cheap, too. 

D'Addario XL Strings: Was $1.99, now $17.99

D'Addario XL Strings: Was $1.99, now $17.99
While purchasing fresh sets of strings might not be the most exciting thing, it's something all us guitarists need to do on a regular basis, so stocking up isn't a bad idea. 

Grover Strap Locks: Was $29.87, now $23.56

Grover Strap Locks: Was $29.87, now $23.56
Perfect to pair with a new guitar strap, this set of Grover Strap Locks replaces your regular strap buttons to provide an incredibly secure locking mechanism. Many pro players swear by strap locks, and this set from renowned hardware manufacturer Grover is insane value for money at just $23.56. A 21% discount makes them an absolute no-brainer for securing your favorite guitar, and ensuring no nasty accidents or headstock breaks befall it.

D'Addario Circuit Breaker Cable: $42.99, $39.55

D'Addario Circuit Breaker Cable: $42.99, $39.55
There’s nothing worse than the loud popping sound when you unplug your guitar cable, and although it's unlikely to damage your guitar amp, it’s good practice to mute your signal before you unplug. With the D’Addario Circuit Breaker Cable, you don’t need to worry about any extraneous noises, thanks to a simple latching button that mutes the cable before you unplug it. 

Prime Day guitar deals 2025: Lessons

Guitar Tricks: Get 1 month for only $1

Guitar Tricks: Get 1 month for only $1
If you've decided that our number one pick Guitar Tricks is for you then you can currently take advantage of this Guitar Player exclusive deal – get your first month of Guitar Tricks for just $1. There aren't many things you can buy for a single dollar these days, and certainly not access to 11,000+ premium guitar lessons!

Musora Guitar Lessons
Musora Guitar Lessons: was $127 now $10 at musora.com

If you're looking to improve your guitar playing, this is an awesome deal. Geared towards beginners, these lessons from Musora usually cost $127, but they're down to just $10 for a limited time. Whether you're just getting started playing or you need a refresher, at this price, it's an unbelievable deal. There are also lessons for bass, drums, and piano if you or someone you know is looking to improve their skills.

Prime Day guitar deals 2025: Amazon device deals

With Prime Day being an Amazon invention, there's naturally big savings on Amazon's own innovative products too. So, if you've been thinking about purchasing an Amazon Echo device, like the music-friendly Echo Studio, or the compact Echo Dot, Prime Day is the time to get a big discount. 

In the past, Amazon has also run bundle deals on its smart speakers that include free subscriptions to their Music Unlimited streaming service for up to 6 months.

Amazon is also responsible for rad gadgets like the Ring video doorbell and Kindle e-readers too. Head over to Amazon's Prime Day deals page for all the latest early offers or check out our price widget below for today's best offers.

Prime Day guitar deals 2025 FAQ

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When is Prime Day 2025?

Amazon Prime Day has traditionally always taken place at some point in July. This year, Prime Day 2025 will take place on Tuesday, July 8, and end on Friday, July 11. 

And yes, you read that right: Prime Day is not actually a single-day event, but rather a four-day extravaganza of millions of deals, sales, and discounts. This is the first time we've seen Amazon extend the event past its typical 2-day runtime, so we're excited to see if the extra days will bring additional deals and discounts.  

You can keep tabs on all the latest Prime Day news at Amazon's own Prime Day page. In our experience, the deals aren't isolated to just the four days of Prime Day, with many appearing ahead of time, and some sticking around for a few days after the event, too.

When does Prime Day 2025 end?

Prime Day officially ends at midnight on July 11th. But that doesn't mean there aren't still deals to be picked up after that time. Many Prime Day deals will hang around for a little bit after the end of the official sale, so if you're late to the party, you might still be able to grab hold of that discount.

Do I need a Prime subscription for Prime Day?

If you want to take advantage of Amazon’s Prime Day guitar deals the answer is a big fat yes. Amazon always offers free trials to those who haven't used the service before, so if you were feeling tactical you could sign up for a free trial closer to the event, grab the most enticing bargains and then cancel your subscription once the items are in your hands, but we didn’t tell you to do that...

There are plenty of perks to being an Amazon Prime Member, of course, including faster delivery options, exclusive deals and access to Prime Music and Prime Video, so it could be worth becoming a fully paid up member if you're a regular Amazon shopper.

At the time of writing, a monthly Amazon Prime subscription costs $14.99/£7.99 (which you can cancel at any time) and a yearly option is $139/£79.

There's also a student tier available that currently costs $7.49/£3.99 per month or $69/£39 per year.

Where can I find the best non-Amazon guitar deals?

In 2023 and 2024, in addition to Amazon, there were great guitar discounts doing the rounds from Fender Play, Musician’s Friend and Guitar Center, plus Walmart and Best Buy on everything from beginner acoustic guitars to reverb pedals. We’re hoping for more guitar activity from retailers including Sweetwater in 2025. We heard whispers of some great guitar offers on the horizon, so watch this space.

Although it’s an Amazon invention, Prime Day has always created a buzz and gets people in the mood for a bargain. Because of this, we’re confident more retailers will get involved with great Prime Day guitar deals this year. 

Last year, we also saw certain retailers offer discount codes of up to 20% on a whole range of great guitar gear.

Are things really cheaper on Prime Day?

Short answer, yes they are. Every Prime Day deal you see on this page will be a legit discount, as it's been personally checked by one of our team. We often price-check our deals on competitor sites too so you get a true picture of the actual savings you're making.

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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