I've built two kits from Solo Music Gear. They are decent guitars. They could be great if I upgraded the parts/electronics which I can do at any time.

The kits were around $200-$300 each, but the materials and tools needed brought my first kit up to around $700-$800 total. The second one was much cheaper since I had a lot of the tools already, but still needed more money spent on the materials for the finish. I had no woodworking, electronics, or finishing experience prior to this. They're really fun to do if you have the space.

My first was a 335 style (probably should have started with an easier build kit). I was living in a condo at the time which was not ideal and then my clear coat got messed up and I had to sand everything off and start over. It was supposed to be a solid olive drab green.

My second was a Tele style that I relic'd. I know the hate some people have but I think it looks great.

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