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Guitar Kits Australia

Building a guitar kit in Australia gives you access to a custom instrument without the wait times and costs of importing a finished custom guitar. Our guitar kits ship to Australian addresses and include everything you need: a pre-shaped body, a finished neck, pickups, hardware, tuners, bridge, and all electronics.

We carry electric, bass, and acoustic guitar kits in dozens of body styles. Whether you want an S-style double cutaway, a single cutaway with humbuckers, a semi-hollow build, or a 4-string bass, the full catalog is available for Australian delivery.

Australian builders should factor in shipping times from our international warehouse and be aware that GST and import duties may apply at the border. Most kits clear customs without issue, but delivery times vary depending on your location and current processing speeds.

The Australian guitar building community is active and growing. Many of our Australian customers are repeat builders who started with a single kit and now build regularly. Join them by picking your first project from the collection below.

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ST Zebrawood Guitar Kit with Bolt-on neck, White Pickguard

Original price $259.99 USD
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Current price $179.99 USD
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Skill 2/10 Beginner

Beginner-friendly ST-style solid zebrawood body guitar kit with a bolt-on neck and white pickguard. Specifications Hand Orientation: Righ...

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Basswood ST style guitar kit with Maple Neck and Fretboard, Chrome Hardware

Original price $249.99 USD
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Original price $249.99 USD
Current price $189.99 USD
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Skill 2/10 Beginner

Build your own Basswood ST style guitar with Maple Neck and Fretboard, Chrome Hardware. You can find ST-style guitar building instructions here: ...

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F3 Guitar Kit with Mahogany Body, Rosewood Fretboard, Dot Inlays

Original price $269.99 USD
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Current price $229.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

Build your own offset set-neck guitar with a mahogany body, Rosewood (Engineered) fretboard with dot inlays, and dual mini-humbuckers. Features chr...

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Lefty Basswood body KR-style Guitar Kit

Original price $269.99 USD
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Current price $239.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

Build your own Lefty Basswood body K-style Guitar Kit with Maple Fretboard using our DIY Guitar Kits. Specifications Hand Orientation: Left-Hand ...

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Left-Hand TE Guitar Kit with Mahogany Body, Rosewood Fretboard

Original price $289.99 USD
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Current price $259.99 USD
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Skill 4/10 Beginner

Build your own left-handed DIY guitar with TE style unfinished Guitar Kit, Mahogany Body, Rosewood Fretboard, and Chrome Hardware. Specifications ...

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Mahogany G1 Guitar Kit w/ Rosewood Fretboard, Pre-wired Electronics

Original price $259.99 USD
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Current price $229.99 USD
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Skill 2/10 Beginner

G1 DIY guitar kit featuring a mahogany body with a classic double-cutaway design, a mahogany neck, and a rosewood fretboard with trapezoid inlays. ...

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Mahogany TE Style Guitar Kit with Maple Neck, Rosewood Fretboard

Original price $249.99 USD
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Current price $189.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

Build your own classic TE style electric guitar with this DIY Mahogany Guitar Kit, featuring a solid mahogany body for rich sustain, a smooth Maple...

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Mahogany LP-style Guitar Kit w/ Maple Fretboard, Pre-wired Electronics

Original price $259.99 USD
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Current price $219.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

A beginner-friendly LP-style DIY guitar kit with a mahogany body and classic single-cutaway design. Unlike most LP-style kits, this one features a ...

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Lefty Mahogany body TE Guitar Kit

Original price $259.99 USD
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Current price $219.99 USD
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Skill 4/10 Beginner

Build your own left-handed TE-style Guitar Kit with Mahogany Body, Quilted Maple Body Veneer, and Maple neck with a skunk stripe. Please note: Wh...

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ST-Style Electric Guitar Kit with Mahogany Body, 22-Fret Maple Neck

Original price $239.99 USD
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Current price $199.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

Build your own ST-style electric guitar with this high-quality DIY guitar kit, designed for smooth playability and classic tone. Featuring a solid ...

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Mahogany TE Guitar Kit w/ Rosewood Fretboard, Pre-wired Electronics

Original price $249.99 USD
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Original price $249.99 USD
Current price $199.99 USD
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Skill 1/10 Beginner

Build your own classic single-cutaway guitar with this TE-style DIY kit. The warm mahogany body pairs with a maple neck and Rosewood (Engineered) f...

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Junior Single Cut Guitar Kit with Bolt-On Neck, Chrome Hardware

Original price $229.99 USD
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Current price $189.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

Perfect for beginners, this Junior single cut DIY guitar kit offers a straightforward build process with minimal complexity. The bolt on mahogany n...

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Left Hand JM Bass Build Kit with Mahogany Body and Ebony Fretboard

Original price $299.99 USD
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Current price $259.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

A left-handed JM-style bass kit featuring a solid mahogany body with spalted maple veneer and a smooth ebony fretboard. The bolt-on maple neck with...

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WR Mahogany Bass Kit with Rosewood Fretboard

Original price $299.99 USD
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Current price $269.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

Build your own solid-body bass with this mahogany DIY kit, designed for reliability, comfort, and versatile tone. It features a bolt-on mahogany n...

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ST-Style Electric Guitar Kit with Mahogany Body, 21-Fret Maple Neck

Original price $239.99 USD
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Current price $179.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

Build your own ST-style electric guitar with this high-quality DIY guitar kit, designed for smooth playability and classic tone. Featuring a solid ...

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Basswood TE Semi-Hollow Guitar Kit w/ Maple Fretboard, F-Hole, Black Hardware

Original price $279.99 USD
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Current price $239.99 USD
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Skill 3/10 Beginner

TE Semi-Hollow DIY guitar kit featuring a basswood body with an f-hole for resonant, airy tone. Paired with a maple neck and maple fretboard with b...

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Shipping and Duties

Australian orders may attract GST and import duty at the border. Check current Australian customs rates for musical instrument kits before ordering.

Climate Considerations

Australian humidity and temperature swings can affect bare wood. Let your kit acclimate to your workshop environment before starting the build.

Body Style

We ship all body styles to Australia, including S-style, T-style, single cutaway, semi-hollow, V-shape, and bass kits.

Kit Completeness

Every kit includes body, neck, pickups, hardware, and electronics. You supply the finish, sandpaper, a soldering iron, and basic hand tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you ship guitar kits to Australia?

Yes. We ship to all Australian states and territories from our international warehouse. Shipping times depend on your location and current customs processing speeds, but most orders arrive within two to three weeks.

Will I need to pay import duty on a guitar kit shipped to Australia?

Australian customs may charge GST and import duty on guitar kit shipments depending on the declared value. Goods over 1,000 AUD generally attract duty. Check the Australian Border Force website for current rates on musical instrument parts.

Which guitar kit is best for a first-time Australian builder?

An S-style or T-style bolt-on electric guitar kit is the easiest starting point. The bolt-on neck is forgiving to assemble, the body shape is straightforward to finish, and the wiring is simple enough to learn on. Start with a solid body electric and work up from there.

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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.

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