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Guitar Center drops 18 exclusive holiday 2025 guitars from Fender, Gibson, Epiphone, Schecter, Martin and Taylor

Limited-run models offer custom finishes, premium appointments and collector-grade builds available only at Guitar Center

Westlake Village, CA (November 24, 2025) — Guitar Center is making this holiday season truly unforgettable with the launch of 18 exclusive guitars and instruments from Fender, Gibson, Epiphone, Schecter, Martin, Taylor and more, all dropping on November 24. This one-day release brings together some of the most sought-after instruments of the year, featuring custom-spec builds, limited finishes and premium appointments that players and collectors can’t find anywhere else. Unveiled at Guitar Center’s VIP Customer Event on November 23, this coordinated drop is an all-in-one holiday release available exclusively at Guitar Center stores and online for a limited time. From shimmering Aurora-finish Fenders and gothic “Bats in Flight” series from Gibson and Epiphone to unique new features on top selling Taylor and Martin models, this collection is packed with must-have gear for musicians and collectors alike. Here are some of the standout highlights from this epic collection of guitars and gear: Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS (Aurora Finish) — $2,729.99 This model features an iridescent Aurora finish paired with an anodized gold aluminum pickguard, Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat pickups, a Haymaker humbucker and S-1 switching with an Ultra Blaster boost. A sculpted alder body, roasted maple neck and 10"–14" compound-radius fingerboard deliver top-tier playability with modern refinement. Fender American Ultra II Precision Bass (Aurora Finish) — $2,619.99 The Aurora-finish Precision Bass offers Ultra Noiseless P/J versatility, a roasted maple neck, comfortable sculpted contours and a compound-radius fingerboard for smooth, modern performance. An anodized gold pickguard and premium hardware round out this exclusive, upscale take on a classic. Gibson Custom Bats in Flight Guitars – LPs and Flying V — Starting at $9,699.00 The Gibson Custom Bats in Flight series returns as a Black Friday VIP exclusive, following the smash success of its original launch. These limited-run Les Paul and Flying V models feature the striking Bats in Flight inlays across the fretboard and headstock, paired with dark quilted burst maple tops, full abalone body binding, and ebony fingerboards for a dramatic, high-end aesthetic. Loaded with 490R/498T humbucker pickups for rich, vintage-inspired tone, each guitar is built to full Custom Shop standards - crafted for passionate players and collectors alike. Gibson “Bats in Flight” Square Shoulder Dreadnought — Starting at $8,999.99 Inspired by Gibson’s classic “Doves in Flight”, this limited series gives the design a gothic twist, sparked by an inlay artist’s sketches seen at Gibson’s factory. Available in five dramatic finishes - Purple Burst, Ebony, Blood Red Burst, Midnight Edge Burst, and Transparent Ebony - these guitars feature Sitka spruce tops, flame maple back and sides, ebony fingerboards, and ornate mother-of-pearl bat inlays. The result blends dark visual flair with rich, projecting tone. Epiphone Les Paul Custom “Bats in Flight” Quilt — $899.00 Inspired by the Gibson original, this dealer-exclusive features a quilt maple veneer top, multi-ply body binding and an ebony fingerboard with pearloid “Bats in Flight” inlays. ProBucker Custom humbuckers with CTS pots deliver articulate, vintage-leaning tone, available in Dark Purple Burst or Transparent Ebony Burst. Taylor Sunset Blvd Editions Developed by Taylor for Guitar Center, the following Sunset Blvd Editions take inspiration from the location of our flagship Hollywood store on Sunset Boulevard. These guitars feature gold tuning machines, unique inlays, and either exclusive colors or distinctive woods. Many are based on top-selling Taylor models, with select members, including the two below, showcasing flamed ovangkol back and sides for a premium, boutique feel. Taylor 214ce DLX Sunset Blvd Edition — $1,799 This Grand Auditorium model pairs figured ovangkol back and sides with a torrefied Sitka spruce top for enhanced warmth and response. ES2 electronics, upgraded appointments and a full-gloss finish elevate one of Taylor’s most popular platforms. Taylor GS Mini-e Figured Ovangkol Sunset Blvd Edition — $899 A compact, stage-ready exclusive featuring figured ovangkol and a torrefied Sitka spruce top for surprising depth and resonance. Outfitted with ES-B electronics and dressed in a premium gloss finish, it brings boutique materials to a highly portable design. Martin LX1 Special White Little Martin — $499.99 A top-selling Martin model, the LX1 gets a striking update in this Guitar Center exclusive with all-white HPL construction and gold tuning machines. Lightweight and travel-ready, it offers a 23" scale length, comfortable playability, and a full, punchy tone—perfect for practice or on-the-go performance. Schecter C-1 FR-S Electro-Resin (w/Floyd Rose) — $1,799.00 Schecter C-1 Electro-Resin (Hardtail) — $1,599.00 A visually and tonally striking exclusive, the Electro-Resin Series blends cutting-edge materials with traditional craftsmanship, delivering a one-of-a-kind “electric burn” finish unlike anything else. Its flamed maple arched top adds boutique flair, while dual configurations - hardtail with a Seymour Duncan ’59/’78 set or a Floyd Rose FR-S version with a Sustainiac/’78 combo - offer pro-level versatility for modern players. Jumbo stainless-steel frets, TonePros locking tuners and premium tonewoods round out a standout design for guitarists seeking an attention-grabbing statement piece with uncompromising performance. BOSS Katana Artist Gen3 Limited-Edition Combo Amps — $669.99 A limited-edition twist on one of the world’s best-selling amp platforms, the Katana Artist Gen3 Blue Edition delivers Tube Logic Gen 3 power in a collectible, GC-only finish. This upgraded model features refined EQ shaping, the enhanced Bloom circuit, expanded stereo capability, and streamlined USB-C/BTS app integration for deep tone control. With its Waza 12" speaker, multiple combo formats and stage-ready output, it offers pro-grade modeling, striking visuals, and exceptional value for players of every level. All models are available now exclusively at Guitar Center – visit guitarcenter.com or your local Guitar Center store to see all new launches and learn more. This holiday season, shoppers can also take advantage of Guitar Center’s Black Friday sale, with new doorbuster deals on fresh gear for every kind of player from November 27–December 1.

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Photo file 1: 1_FenderAmerUltraIIStratAurora1.JPG Photo caption 1: Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS (Aurora Finish) Photo file 2: 2_FenderAmerUltraIIPrecisionBassAurora1.JPG Photo caption 2: Fender American Ultra II Precision Bass (Aurora Finish) Photo file 3: 3_GibsonCustomBatsInFlightDarkBlueBurst_1.JPG Photo caption 3: Gibson Custom Bats in Flight Les Paul Photo file 4: 4_GibsonCustomFlyingVBatsInFlightDPB_1.JPG Photo caption 4: Gibson Custom Bats in Flight Flying V Photo file 5: 5_GibsonBatsinFlightAcousticBloodRedBurst1.JPG Photo caption 5: Gibson “Bats in Flight” Square Shoulder Dreadnought (Blood Red Burst) Photo file 6: 6_EpiphoneBatsinFlightPurpleBurst1.JPG Photo caption 6: Epiphone Les Paul Custom “Bats in Flight” Quilt (Dark Purple Burst) Photo file 7: 7_Taylor214ceDLXSunsetBlvdGrandAuditorium1.JPG Photo caption 7: Taylor 214ce DLX Sunset Blvd Edition Photo file 8: 8_TaylorGSMini-eSunsetBlvdFiguredOvangkol1.JPG Photo caption 8: Taylor GS Mini-e Figured Ovangkol Sunset Blvd Edition Photo file 9: 9_MartinLXSpecialHPLLittleMartinAcousticWhite1.JPG Photo caption 9: Martin LX1 Special White Little Martin Photo file 10: 10_SchecterC-1FR-SElectroResinEG_1.JPG Photo caption 10: Schecter C-1 FR-S Electro-Resin (w/Floyd Rose) Photo file 11: 11_SchecterC-1ElectroResinEG_1.JPG Photo caption 11: Schecter C-1 Electro-Resin (Hardtail) Photo file 12: 12_BOSSKatanaArtistGen3LE_1.JPG Photo caption 12: BOSS Katana Artist Gen3 Limited-Edition Combo Amp About Guitar Center: Guitar Center is the leading retailer of musical instruments, lessons, repairs and rentals in the U.S. With more than 300 stores across the U.S. and one of the top direct sales websites in the industry, Guitar Center has helped people make music for more than 60 years. Guitar Center also provides customers with various musician-based services, including Guitar Center Lessons, where musicians of all ages and skill levels can learn to play a variety of instruments in many music genres, GC Repairs, an on-site maintenance and repairs service, and GC Rentals, a program offering easy rentals of instruments and other sound reinforcement gear. Additionally, Guitar Center’s sister brands include Music & Arts, which operates more than 250 stores specializing in band & orchestral instruments for sale and rental, serving teachers, band directors, college professors, parents and students, and Musician’s Friend, a leading direct marketer of musical instruments in the United States. For more information about Guitar Center, please visit guitarcenter.com.   FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Clyne Media | pr@clynemedia.com    Guitar Center | media@guitarcenter.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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