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ST-style DIY Guitar Kits
Our S-style guitar kits are the most popular build in the catalog, and for good reason. The double cutaway body shape is comfortable, the three single coil pickups cover everything from clean sparkle to bluesy grit, and the bolt-on neck makes this one of the easiest kits to assemble.
The S-style design has been a workhorse since the 1950s. It sits well on a strap, balances on your knee, and gives you full access to the upper frets thanks to the contoured body and deep cutaways. Our kits capture all of that playability.
Each S-style kit includes a contoured solid body, a maple neck with your choice of fretboard wood, three single coil pickups, a five-way selector switch, a tremolo bridge, tuning machines, and all wiring components. The tremolo system lets you add vibrato effects right out of the build. This is an ideal first kit for new builders and a great platform for experienced players who want to experiment with pickup swaps, custom wiring, or unique finishes.
Alder Body Semi-hollow ST-style Guitar Kit with Quilted Maple Veneer
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$259.99 USD
Original price
$259.99 USD
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$259.99 USD
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$259.99 USD
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$219.99 USD
$219.99 USD
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$219.99 USD
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$219.99 USD
Skill
6/10 Intermediate
Build Your Own Alder Body Semi-hollow ST-style Guitar Kit with Quilted Maple Veneer using our DIY Guitar Kits. Specifications Hand Orientation: Ri...
View full detailsSemi-Hollow ST style guitar kit w/ Alder body, Zebra Body Top
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$279.99 USD
Original price
$279.99 USD
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Original price
$279.99 USD
Original price
$279.99 USD
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$249.99 USD
$249.99 USD
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$249.99 USD
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$249.99 USD
Skill
6/10 Intermediate
Build a beautiful semi-hollow body ST style DIY guitar with Alder wood body and zebra body top. You can find semi-hollow ST-style guitar building...
View full detailsSemi-Hollow ST style guitar kit w/ Mahogany body, Maple Neck
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$279.99 USD
Original price
$279.99 USD
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Original price
$279.99 USD
Original price
$279.99 USD
Current price
$259.99 USD
$259.99 USD
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$259.99 USD
Current price
$259.99 USD
Skill
6/10 Intermediate
Build your own mahogany body semi-hollow ST style guitar with Maple Neck and not styled headstock. You can find semi-hollow ST-style guitar bu...
View full detailsAcoustic Electric Semi-Hollow ST-style Basswood Guitar Kit
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$279.99 USD
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Original price
$279.99 USD
Original price
$279.99 USD
$279.99 USD
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$279.99 USD
Current price
$279.99 USD
Skill
5/10 Intermediate
Build your own acoustic electric guitar with this semi-hollow ST-style DIY guitar kit, designed for builders who want acoustic warmth, electric ver...
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Pickup Configuration
Standard S-style kits run three single coils with a five-way switch, but some variants offer a humbucker in the bridge position for more output and less hum.
Tremolo Bridge
Most S-style kits include a six-screw tremolo bridge. Proper spring tension setup is key to keeping the guitar in tune when using the whammy bar.
Fretboard Wood
Maple fretboards feel snappier and brighter, while rosewood or similar dark fretboards tend to be warmer and smoother under the fingers.
Body Contours
A proper S-style body has a belly cut on the back and a forearm contour on the front. These make long playing sessions much more comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What styles of music work well with an S-style guitar?
The S-style covers a huge range. The single coil pickups excel at clean tones, country twang, funk, blues, and classic rock. With a humbucker bridge option, you can push into heavier territory too.
Is the tremolo bridge hard to set up?
It takes some patience but is not difficult. You balance the spring tension against the string pull until the bridge sits flat or floats slightly. Our setup guide walks you through the process step by step.
Can I block the tremolo for better tuning stability?
Yes. Many builders place a wood block behind the tremolo block to prevent it from moving. This gives you a hardtail feel with rock-solid tuning while keeping the option to unblock it later.
What is the scale length on an S-style kit?
Our S-style kits use a 25.5 inch scale length. This gives you slightly higher string tension and a brighter, snappier feel compared to shorter scale guitars.