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Offset Guitar Kits
Offset guitars are defined by their asymmetric body shape, where the waist of the guitar is shifted so the body sits at an angle on your lap. This was originally designed for seated players, and the ergonomic advantage holds up. Offset guitars are some of the most comfortable electrics you can play sitting down.
Our offset guitar kits feature the classic contoured body with bolt-on neck construction. Pickup configurations vary across kits, from single coils that deliver bright, chimey tones to humbuckers for warmer, thicker output. The offset body shape is naturally resonant, giving these guitars a slightly airy quality that you do not get from heavier solid body designs.
Offset guitars have become the go-to shape for indie, shoegaze, surf, alternative, and dream pop. Their unique tonal character and striking visual profile make them stand out from the traditional double cutaway and single cutaway shapes.
These kits suit beginner to intermediate builders. The bolt-on neck joint is forgiving, and the contoured body is straightforward to finish. If you want a guitar that looks different, feels great, and has a tone all its own, an offset kit is an excellent choice.
Short-scale JG style Guitar Kit with Mahogany Body, Rosewood Fretboard
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$279 USD
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$229 USD
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$229 USD
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5/10 Intermediate
Build a short-scale offset electric guitar from a box of parts. This DIY kit gives you a mahogany body, a bolt-on mahogany neck with a 22-fret rose...
View full detailsShort-scale JGS style Guitar Kit with Basswood Body, Maple Neck
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$259 USD
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$259 USD
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$259 USD
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5/10 Intermediate
Build your own short-scale JGS style DIY guitar with a Basswood body, a Maple bolt-on neck, and an Ebonized fretboard with white pearloid dot inlay...
View full detailsJG-style Mahogany Body Guitar Kit with Maple Neck, Rosewood Fretboard
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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6/10 Intermediate
Build a full-scale offset electric guitar from a box of parts. This DIY kit pairs a mahogany body with a bolt-on maple neck, a white-bound rosewood...
View full detailsJG-style Guitar Kit with a Mahogany Body & Mahogany Neck
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
$279 USD
$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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6/10 Intermediate
Full Specifications General Dexterity: Right-Handed Number of Strings: 6 Size: Full Size Build Difficulty: Intermediate (6/10) Tremolo bridg...
View full detailsSkunk-Stripe Neck Offset Electric Guitar Kit with Bound Rosewood Fretboard, Mahogany Body, Rhythm and Lead Circuit
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$289 USD
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$289 USD
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$289 USD
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$289 USD
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$259 USD
$259 USD
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$259 USD
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$259 USD
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5/10 Intermediate
A skunk-stripe maple neck with a bound rosewood fretboard, on a solid mahogany offset body. The skunk stripe is the dark strip down the back of the...
View full detailsShort-scale JG style Guitar Kit with Mahogany Body, Rosewood Fretboard, Black Hardware
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$279 USD
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$219 USD
$219 USD
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$219 USD
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$219 USD
Skill
5/10 Intermediate
Build a short-scale offset electric guitar from a box of parts. This DIY kit gives you a mahogany body, a bolt-on neck with a 22-fret rosewood fret...
View full detailsMahogany JG-style Electric Guitar Kit with Maple Neck and Fretboard
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$239 USD
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$239 USD
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$239 USD
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$239 USD
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$195 USD
$195 USD
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$195 USD
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$195 USD
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5/10 Intermediate
Full Specifications General Dexterity: Right-Handed Number of Strings: 6 Size: Full Size Build Difficulty: Intermediate (5/10) Flat body is ...
View full detailsBasswood Body JG-style Guitar Kit with Maple Neck and Rosewood Fretboard
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$239 USD
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$239 USD
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$239 USD
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$239 USD
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$229 USD
$229 USD
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$229 USD
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$229 USD
Skill
5/10 Intermediate
Build an offset electric guitar from a box of parts. This DIY kit gives you a basswood body, a bolt-on maple neck with a 21-fret rosewood fretboard...
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Body Contour
Good offset kits have a comfortable belly cut and forearm contour that make the guitar sit naturally against your body.
Pickup Type
Single coils give the classic bright offset tone. Humbuckers offer a warmer, heavier alternative. Some kits mix both.
Tremolo System
Many offset kits include a floating tremolo. Check whether you want a tremolo or a hardtail bridge for tuning stability.
Scale Length
Offset kits come in both 25.5-inch and 24-inch scale lengths. The shorter scale has a warmer, slinkier feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called an offset guitar?
The name comes from the body shape. The upper and lower bouts are offset from each other, shifting the waist of the guitar. This asymmetric design places the body at an ergonomic angle when you sit down, making it more comfortable for extended playing.
What tone does an offset guitar produce?
Offset guitars with single coils are known for a bright, jangly, slightly hollow tone with plenty of character. With humbuckers, you get a warmer, fuller sound. The lighter body contributes an airy resonance that distinguishes offsets from heavier solid body designs.
Are offset guitar kits good for beginners?
Yes. Most offset kits use bolt-on neck construction, which is the simplest joint type to assemble. The body contours are forgiving to sand and finish. This is a great first build if you want something with more personality than a standard shape.