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Buying a hollowbody guitar online should be fun. That’s why we created the Sweetwater Guitar Gallery, to get you as close as possible to your next guitar. Here’s how it works …

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1. Complete climate control from start to finish

Total guitar acclimation in a temperature and humidity controlled environment.

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2. Sweetwater's 55-Point Guitar Inspection

Our professional technicians, inspectors, and luthiers check every guitar from $399 up.

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3. Professional, detailed photos of every single guitar

We capture the nuances in color, finish, and woodgrain in stunning hi-res clarity.

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4. Preparing your new guitar for the journey home

We carefully repack and ship your guitar, verifying it is in ready-to-play condition.

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About Hollowbody Guitars


There’s nothing quite like a hollowbody electric guitar. It’s no wonder that these guitars have had a fanatical following since the early days of jazz and subsequently rock & roll. At Sweetwater, we’re serious about hollowbody guitars, and it shows in the extensive collection we offer. We carry many superb sounding hollowbody guitars in every price range.

With period-correct features that pay homage to their vintage predecessors, modern hollowbody guitars make you feel like you’re stepping onto a stage from the 1950s. So rock out with some old school rockabilly and blues, but remember, you’re by no means limited to those genres. These guitars can get gritty and full of angst, too. That versatility is one of the best things about these guitars. They’ve stood the test of time precisely because of the intensity they bring to a wide range of musical styles.

There has been a bit of a renaissance in hollowbody designs over the last decade or so. Some very cool brands are updating classic shapes with a combination of vintage-style features and modern electronics " with new takes on classic styling. For instance, there has been a surge in the popularity of ES335 copies updated with fierce looking sharp double cuts and sweet features like Bigsby tremolos and classic PAF-style pickups. That’s a recipe for simmering jazz riffs, as well as 1960s garage and surf sounds.

If you really want to bring the grit, take a look at our selection of hollowbody guitars equipped with big P90 pickups. We have a host of awesome configurations, from double pickups to single pickups in the neck position. These pickups promise incredible breakup all on their own, but when paired with an archtop hollowbody, they reach the next level of guttural growl.

You’ve got so many excellent choices before you. Single cut or double? Humbuckers, P90s or Filtertron style pickups? A big, deep-sided guitar that feels more like an acoustic, or a super modern, compact jazz master with extras like piezo pickups. For the traditionalist, perhaps even a hollow version of a classic solid body design would do the trick.

There are so many variations and options that it can feel pretty daunting trying to take it all in. That’s where we come in. Check out our "12 Must-see Hollowbody Electric Guitars" InSync article or give your Sweetwater Sales Engineer a call today and talk about body styles, brands and features. Let us know what you’re looking for and we can help you zero in on a subset of great guitars that lend themselves to your tastes. We will answer all of your question and give you the information you need to pick the right hollowbody guitar for you.


Hollowbody Guitar FAQs


What is a hollowbody guitar?


“Hollowbody” is a term applied to an electric guitar that features a large, fully hollow body, similar to an acoustic guitar with built-in pickups and electronics. Hollowbody guitars offer a full, warm tone with acoustic guitar–like resonance and sustain


Get Started with a New Hollowbody Guitar


Ready to purchase your first or next hollowbody guitar? Sweetwater makes it easy. If you don’t know where to begin, then reach out to our highly knowledgeable Sweetwater Sales Engineers at (800) 222-4700. They’ll help you choose the right hollowbody guitar for you!


If you prefer to shop completely online, then Sweetwater's website has tools to narrow down your hollowbody guitar choices based on your desired specs, such as the brand, price range, and much more. Select your preferred specs in our convenient product filter and explore your options!


 

Why shop Hollowbody Guitars at Sweetwater.com?


With a massive selection of Hollowbody Guitars, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Hollowbody Guitars, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.

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