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Our guitar kits give you everything you need to build a real, playable instrument from scratch. Each kit ships with a shaped body, a pre-carved neck, all hardware, pickups, and electronics. You choose the finish, set the action, and walk away with a guitar that plays exactly the way you want it to.
Whether you are building your first guitar or your tenth, our kits are designed to work with common hand tools and a few weekends of shop time. We carry solid body, semi-hollow, and bass guitar kits in dozens of body styles, so there is something here for every player and every skill level.
All US orders ship free from our domestic warehouse. We include detailed build instructions with every kit, and our team is available to answer questions if you get stuck. If you have ever wanted to understand how a guitar comes together, this is the place to start.
Hookline Single-Cutaway Electric Guitar Kit, Flame Maple Veneer, Mahogany Body, Set-In Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fretboard, Gold Hardware
Original price
$299.99 USD
Original price
$299.99 USD
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Original price
$299.99 USD
Original price
$299.99 USD
Current price
$249.99 USD
$249.99 USD
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$249.99 USD
Current price
$249.99 USD
Skill
7/10 Intermediate
A set-in-neck DIY guitar kit built on our Hookline body, a pointed single-cutaway whose lower bout sweeps into a downward hook, topped with a flame...
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Body Wood
Most of our kits use mahogany, basswood, or ash bodies, and each wood shapes the tone differently, so pick based on the sound you are chasing.
Neck Profile
Check whether the kit uses a C, D, or slim taper neck profile, since your fretting hand comfort depends on it.
Pickup Configuration
Single coil kits deliver bright, snappy tones while humbucker kits push warmer, thicker output. Decide based on the genres you play.
Hardware Quality
Look at the tuning machines, bridge type, and nut material. Better hardware means better tuning stability and sustain right out of the box.
Skill Level
Bolt-on neck kits are the most forgiving for beginners, while set-neck and neck-through builds need more precision and patience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tools do I need to build a guitar kit?
You need a soldering iron, screwdrivers, sandpaper, wood finish of your choice, and basic clamps. A drill helps but is not strictly required for most bolt-on kits. We have a full tools guide on our blog.
How long does it take to build a guitar kit?
Most builders finish in two to four weekends. The longest part is the finish work, since each coat needs drying time between applications. The actual assembly and wiring usually takes a single afternoon.
Do guitar kits come with instructions?
Yes. Every kit includes step-by-step instructions covering assembly, wiring, setup, and finishing. We also have blog articles and video walkthroughs for common build steps.
Are these kits good for beginners?
Absolutely. Bolt-on neck kits are the easiest starting point, and most of our customers are first-time builders. The instructions walk you through every step from sanding to stringing up.