Helping Builders Create Their Own Guitars
The largest collection of DIY guitar kits online. All original designs. Over 40 body shapes across 250+ products. Every kit is a natural wood canvas ā you decide how it looks, sounds, and plays.
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Real builds from real customers. Every kit starts as a blank canvas.
Built by Guy Campo
TE Guitar ā Spalted Maple
Built by James Larsen
WB Bass ā Flamed Maple Top
Built by Maurizio Brunori
Hollow Body ā Flamed Maple
Built by Clifton Montgomery
TE Guitar ā Spalted Maple
Built by John Zarra
Hollow Archtop ā Ebony Fretboard
Built by Bryan Beydler
T-style ā Roasted Maple
Built by Marco Zolow
Hollow Body ā Florentine Cutaway
Built by Lorenzo G Lara-Rodriguez
Ash ST-style ā Maple Neck
Our Story
Guitar Kit World was founded in 2013 in Australia by guitar enthusiasts who believed anyone should be able to build their own instrument. Marty Banner, one of the original founders, built the brandās early reputation through hands-on build guides, detailed tutorials, and a deep understanding of what builders actually need.
Over the years, the business grew into the largest online destination for DIY guitar kits. Today, Guitar Kit World is owned and operated by Maker Kit World LLC, a U.S.-based company registered in Wyoming. We ship from warehouses in the United States and internationally to over 100 countries.
The mission has not changed: be the best place online for DIY guitar builders ā the widest range of original kit designs, the most complete library of build tutorials, and a support team that helps you finish every build.
Watch a Full Build
370+ videos on our YouTube channel. See how builders turn a kit into a finished instrument.
More Builds from Our Customers
From basses to hollow bodies ā every build is unique.
Built by Bryan Raybuck
R41 Bass ā Mahogany
Built by Tim Landis
Short-Scale G-style Bass
Built by Ivan Smallwood
PR ā Quilted Maple
Built by Barry Singleton
E75 Hollow Body 7-String
Built by Daniel Alcocer
Alder TE ā Quilt Maple
Built by Mike Donaldson
Doublecut Junior ā Mahogany
Built by Harlan Barcus
Acoustic Electric TE
Built by Richard Biron
E75 Hollow Body ā Spalted Maple
Trusted by Builders Worldwide
490+ verified reviews. Used by touring musicians, professional luthiers, and university engineering departments.
What Makes Our Kits Different
Original Designs Only
We do not copy factory guitars or relabel generic imports. Every body shape, wood pairing, and hardware selection is designed in-house. Over 40 body shapes across 250+ products.
Natural Wood Canvases
Our kits arrive unfinished. You choose the color, the finish, the setup. Every kit carries the Guitar Kit World stamp ā but the instrument you build is 100% yours. Design your own in our Custom Shop.
Authentication Built In
Genuine Guitar Kit World kits are branded in three places: on the packaging, inside the neck pocket, and on the back of the neck heel. Learn how to verify authenticity.
On Stage, In Workshops, In Classrooms
Our kits end up in places you would not expect ā from university classrooms to concert stages.
Southern Arkansas University
15 honor students built custom electric guitars from our kits as part of a 17-week instrument building course. The finished guitars were displayed at the Brinson Fine Art Gallery in Magnolia, Arkansas.
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Ken Pfalzgraf ā Junkpile Guitars
Ken builds custom instruments from our kits for touring musicians, including Bob Log III. What started as a project to build a guitar for his daughter became a full creative practice.
Read Kenās story āAlso on stage: Ghalia Volt performs with an E35 semi-hollow built from one of our kits. Bob Log III, the blues-punk one-man-band, tours with a guitar that started as a Guitar Kit World kit, customized by Ken Pfalzgraf.
Shipping
šŗšø U.S. Warehouse
Estimated delivery in 6ā12 business days. No customs duties, no import taxes, no surprise fees.
š International Warehouse (China)
Estimated delivery in 2ā6 weeks depending on your destination country. Ships to over 100 countries.
āļø Custom Shop Kits
Estimated delivery in approximately 8 months (includes production and shipping time). Build your custom kit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a kit?
Stock kits include everything you need to assemble a playable instrument: body, neck, hardware, electronics, pickups, strings, and all mounting screws. Check individual product pages for exact contents. Browse all kits.
Do I need woodworking experience?
No. Our kits are pre-cut, pre-drilled, and designed so that a first-time builder can assemble them with basic tools. We have step-by-step assembly manuals and 370+ YouTube videos to walk you through every step.
What tools do I need?
At minimum: screwdrivers, sandpaper, and a sanding block. For finishing, you will need paint or stain supplies and a well-ventilated workspace. No power tools are required for basic assembly.
How long does shipping take?
It depends on which warehouse your kit ships from. From our U.S. warehouse: 6ā12 business days. From our international warehouse (China): 2ā6 weeks, regardless of your destination country. Pre-order kits: delivery timeline is listed on the product page, and you will be notified when it ships. Custom Shop kits: approximately 8 months (includes production and shipping). Delivery times are estimates and may vary.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We ship to over 100 countries via UPS, FedEx, or Express Mail Service (EMS). Free shipping is available on select products. Customs duties and import taxes, if applicable, are the customerās responsibility. We cannot ship to PO Box, APO, FPO, or DPO addresses. Read our full shipping policy.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day satisfaction guarantee on unopened kits and 30-day coverage for defective or missing parts. Photo or video documentation is required for defect claims. Read our full return policy.
How good can a kit guitar sound?
Very good. Sound quality depends on the pickups, wood, and how well the guitar is set up. The tonewoods in our kits are the same species used by major manufacturers. Many of our builders are gigging musicians who perform with instruments built from our kits.
Still have questions?
Our support team responds to every message. Contact us or visit our full FAQ page for more answers.
First Time Here?
Guitar Kit World has been selling DIY guitar kits since 2013. We are a U.S. registered company (Maker Kit World LLC, Wyoming) with 490+ verified reviews, 370+ YouTube videos, and a support team that responds to every question.
We are not affiliated with any major guitar brand. We do not sell on Amazon or eBay. If you see āGuitar Kit Worldā on a marketplace, that is not us.
Learn more about who we are and how to verify our legitimacy ā
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