1. Quick links
2. Editor's picks
3. Electric guitar deals
4. Acoustic guitar deals
5. Pedal & amp deals
6. FAQ
Black Friday may have officially ended, but the Guitar Center Black Friday deals are still up and running, offering massive savings of up to 40% on a huge range of guitars and guitar gear. There are still big discounts on some absolutely huge brands in the sale too with heavy hitters like Fender, Gibson, Earthquaker Devices, PRS, and many more making an appearance.
Whilst the sale is still going at the moment, we're expecting that GC will launch a fresh sale on Monday, and we'll be keeping track of all the goings on via our Guitar Center Cyber Monday deals page. Cyber Monday sales often lean towards software and music tech, so if you're holding out for something of that ilk make sure you check the page regularly for the best deals.
There are still chunky reductions on a huge range of Earthquaker Devices pedals in the Guitar Center sale with discounts of up to $59.80. It includes some of their most popular pedals like the EQD Plumes, Hizumitas Fuzz, and the Dispatch Master as well as some of their more creative offerings like the absolutely bonkers Data Corrupter and our personal favorite, the spacious and sleek sounds of the Astral Destiny shimmer reverb.
Keep scrolling for quick links to the Guitar Center sale, and a selection of products handpicked by the expert writing team here at Guitar World.
Guitar Center Black Friday deals: Quick links
Head straight for the right department on Guitar Center with these links:
- Guitar deals: Big money off PRS & Fender
- Amp deals: Massive savings on Mesa/Boogie
- Pedal deals: Big savings on EQD pedals
- Bass deals: Save big on Fender & Ibanez
- Recording deals: Huge savings on Shure
- Live sound deals: Massive live sound savings
Guitar Center Black Friday deals: Editor's picks
Electric guitar deals
Acoustic guitar deals
Pedal & amp deals
Guitar Center Black Friday Deals: FAQ
When is Black Friday?
Black Friday takes place on the day after Thanksgiving and will be held on Friday 24th November this year. The deals will extend across the following weekend (known as Cyber Weekend) before finishing with some great Guitar Center Cyber Monday deals on November 27th.
If previous years are anything to go by, we can expect to see some killer Black Friday deals emerging well before the big day. It's worth bookmarking this page and checking back in regularly to see what's on offer.
What deals should I expect?
Last year we saw some fantastic discounts on a wide range of gear. There were healthy amounts knocked off the ever-popular Fender Player series, with the HSS Plus Top versions seeing a massive $160 discount. There were also some great deals on acoustic guitars, with money off many Fender and Epiphone models.
We also saw plenty of reductions on effects pedals with many Walrus Audio pedals getting some serious reductions. One of the best pedal deals was the HeadRush LooperBoard which had a stonking $400 off it's RRP.
Last year we got a sneak peek of Guitar Center's Black Friday deals, so we knew ahead of time what deals were incoming before the big weekend actually landed. Hopefully the same will happen this year, and all the best deals will be right here.
This year we're pretty sure we'll see plenty of guitar gear with money off, it is Guitar Center after all. We'd also like to see more savings on plugins and home recording gear, with many guitarists looking to take this route for their music creation nowadays.
Should I wait until Black Friday?
Well, we'd say yes. If you're looking for the best deals and the biggest savings, then we'd wait until Friday November 24 - but there will undoubtedly be some huge savings to be made in the lead-up to the big day.
In the past, we've seen early Black Friday deals starting as soon as the start of October - and Guitar Center has already kicked off its sales with the Guitar-A-Thon event. You can expect to see big deals from now all the way until the big day.
Most places will keep their best deals for Black Friday and Cyber Weekend, however - leading all the way through to the Guitar Center Cyber Monday deals the following Monday. If you want to make the biggest savings, we'd wait until the event itself.
Should I buy from Guitar Center online during Black Friday?
If you're concerned about buying a guitar or any other gear from Guitar Center this Black Friday without having tried it out first, there's no need to be. Guitar Center's return policy is one of the best around, allowing you to return most gear within a window of 45 days. This means you can afford to purchase a guitar or anything else, play it at home, and make up your mind within a few weeks.
It's worth checking the specifics, as some vintage, custom-ordered, and music tech gear is subject to different rules, however.
Are Guitar Center prices fair?
We'd argue that yes they are. It's part of our jobs to check out the best deals on offer from all the major retailers, and we regularly see Guitar Center competing with others like Sweetwater, Musician's Friend, Amazon, and more.
Whilst it's true you have to hunt for the best deals during Black Friday, we'll only put the very best deals on this page so you can rest assured that all the biggest savings are right here.
How to get free shipping at Guitar Center?
To get free shipping to the US for most items, all you have to do is spend over $25. This does not include everything though, as some special items will incur a shipping cost. Musical instruments that are heavy, things like upright pianos or big PA speakers can sometimes incur an additional shipping fee.
If you're unsure whether your item qualifies your best bet is to contact Guitar Center customer service directly, and you can find more Guitar Center shipping information here.
How to prepare for this year's Guitar Center Black Friday deals
1. Create a wishlist early - It'll feel like there's millions of different deals flying around on Black Friday, so having your wishlist ready and waiting is a great way to stay focused.
2. Work out what you actually need - By checking out what's already in your gear collection, you can make a better decision about what you actually need to purchase this Black Friday. Filling the gaps is a great way to enhance your arsenal, without needlessly purchasing items you won't use.
3. Consider your music-making goals - Have a look at the next year and what you want to achieve in your music-making. Perhaps it's time to record that solo album you've had on the backburner, or you just want to improve your current live show with some in-ear monitors. Whatever it is, make sure you buy something that will contribute towards your goals.
4. Make some room - We're no strangers to hoarding gear, it's something a lot of musicians do. If you've got loads of gear you're not using, now's the perfect time to have a clearout. Not only will it impress family members or your partner, but it could also free up more funds for future gear purchases during the Black Friday sales.
How we choose the best Guitar Center Black Friday deals
We're all guitar players here at Guitar World, so we know what we're talking about when it comes to guitar gear. It's quite literally our jobs to review and recommend gear, and we all use it during the course of our personal lives as well as our professional ones.
In order to make the cut for inclusion here, a deal has to feature a genuinely useful product that serves a purpose, with a discount that makes it fantastic value for money. We would never recommend a piece of gear we wouldn't use ourselves, so you know you're getting a great deal with us.
Why you can trust our choices
We may be building up to Black Friday right now, but we cover all the best guitar deals throughout the entire year. This means we have an excellent overview of what's a hot product, as well as how the prices have fluctuated over time.
Guitar Center frequently runs sale events and we always cover the good ones, including their Metal Mayhem sale which saw massive discounts on shred-tastic guitars. We also reported on their huge Memorial Day sale which saw up to 35% off, as well as their Guitar-A-Thon which saw tasty 20% discounts on electric guitars, amps, effects, and more.