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Bass Guitar Kits
Our bass guitar kits let you build a full-scale, giggable bass from scratch. We carry J-style, P-style, and several other bass body shapes, all with proper long-scale necks, quality tuning machines, and bass-specific pickups and electronics.
Bass kits are a great first build. The parts are larger and easier to handle than guitar components, the wiring is simpler on most models, and the results are immediately satisfying. You will have a bass that thumps and growls exactly the way you set it up.
Every bass kit includes a pre-shaped body, a fretted neck, bridge, tuning machines, pickups, pots, jack, and all mounting hardware. We use hardwoods like mahogany, ash, and basswood for the bodies, and maple for the necks. The fretwork is done, so your job is the finish, wiring, and final setup. Whether you play fingerstyle, slap, or pick, there is a bass kit here that fits your sound.
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JM Bass Guitar Kit
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$449.99 USD
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Original price
$449.99 USD
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$449.99 USD
$449.99 USD
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$449.99 USD
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$449.99 USD
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Our JM Bass guitar kit is a solid body bass DIY kit that you can modify to your playing style and preferred musical genres such as funk, disco, reg...
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MM Bass Guitar Kit
Original price
$449.99 USD
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Original price
$449.99 USD
Original price
$449.99 USD
$449.99 USD
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$449.99 USD
Current price
$449.99 USD
Build Skill
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Build your own MM style DIY custom bass. Description Body type*: Solid Neck Shape*: C-shaped Frets*: 21 Scale*: 864mm Cutaways*: Dou...
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WB Bass Guitar Kit
Original price
$449.99 USD
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Original price
$449.99 USD
Original price
$449.99 USD
$449.99 USD
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$449.99 USD
Current price
$449.99 USD
Build Skill
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Build your own custom W Bass guitar customizing body material, neck, hand-orientation, and more for your taste and playing style. Description Body...
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Violin Bass Kit
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$449.99 USD
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Original price
$449.99 USD
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$449.99 USD
$449.99 USD
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$449.99 USD
Current price
$449.99 USD
Build Skill
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Build your own Violin Bass with this DIY kit! Description Body Type: Semi-Hollow Soundhole: None Neck Shape: C-shaped Nut Width: 42 mm...
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Pickup Style
J-style pickups deliver a bright, articulate tone with hum-canceling in both-on position, while P-style split-coil pickups produce a fatter, punchier midrange.
Scale Length
Most of our bass kits use a standard 34 inch long scale, which provides solid string tension and full low-end response across all four strings.
Number of Strings
We carry four-string and five-string bass kits. Five-string builds add a low B for extended range but require a wider neck and adjusted nut spacing.
Body Wood
Ash bodies tend to be brighter with more high-end detail, while mahogany and basswood bodies lean warmer with rounder lows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are bass guitar kits harder to build than guitar kits?
Not at all. Bass kits are actually easier for many builders because the parts are bigger and easier to handle. The wiring is typically simpler too, with fewer pickup switching options.
What is the difference between J-style and P-style bass kits?
J-style bass kits use two single-coil pickups for a bright, scooped sound with lots of clarity. P-style kits use a single split-coil pickup that delivers a thicker, more aggressive midrange tone.
Can I use flatwound strings on a bass kit?
Yes. The nut and bridge on our bass kits accommodate both roundwound and flatwound strings. Flatwounds give you a smoother, more vintage tone with less finger noise.
Do bass kits come with a 34 inch scale neck?
Most of our bass kits use the standard 34 inch long scale. Check the individual product listing to confirm scale length, as a few models may differ.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tools do I need to build a kit guitar?
Depending on the type of guitar you buy you may only require tools and materials for finishing the guitar (painting) and soldering.
Screwdrivers, sandpaper and sanding block. Finishing supplies e.g. paint, stain, and clear gloss, ventilation mask, coping saw or jigsaw if shaping the headstock.
With this small list of inexpensive tools, you will be up and running and ready to build your electric guitar in no time.
Recommended reading: Luthier Tools for DIY Guitar Kits.
Does the kit include everything to build a working guitar?
Our stock kits contain all necessary parts (unless stated otherwise on the product page).
How long does it take to complete a guitar kit?
It depends on the choice of finish. For instance, when you paint or stain a guitar you will need the surface to dry and harden (cure). This can take anywhere from 1 week to 3 months depending on your choice of finishing product.
You will find the guitar dries to approximately 90% very quickly but the final 10% takes some time. If you can't wait that long you could try tung oil or wax finish but bear in mind the finish won't be as durable and protect the guitar as effectively.
Do I have to solder the electronics?
Most of our kits require basic soldering. If you're new to it, check out our wiring guide here.
If you don't want to solder, or don't have the tools, our solderless guitar kits use plug-and-play wiring. No iron required.
What finishing options can I use on my guitar?
You can use stain, paint, or oil-based finishes. Learn more about finishing techniques here.
Our advice: use a reference. In most cases, this will be a guitar you particularly like the look of and want to create something similar.
To view the latest DIY guitars from our community follow us on Instagram and visit our Customer Reviews page.
How good will my finished kit guitar sound?
It's defined firstly by the components you use and secondly the workmanship that goes into putting it all together.
Watch the community section of our YouTube channel to learn how kit guitars sound.