Electric Guitars Australia

Looking to buy an electric guitar in Australia? Welcome to Colemans Music.

We stock a wide range of electric guitars for beginners, working musicians, collectors, and serious players, both online and in our South Melbourne showroom. Whether you're buying your first electric guitar, upgrading to something more professional, or chasing a standout used piece with character, we focus on guitars that are inspiring to play and enjoyable to live with long term.

Our range includes new and preloved electric guitars from brands including Fender, Gibson, Ibanez, Gretsch, Heritage, Yamaha, Guild, Squier, Schecter, JET, Spira, Nik Huber and more.

One of the things that sets Colemans Music apart is our focus on used, traded and harder-to-find guitars. Alongside our regular range, we regularly feature Vintage Used & Rare electric guitars with real personality, unique finishes, older Japanese models, custom shop instruments and interesting player-grade pieces that don’t usually stay around for long.

Whether you're into blues, rock, indie, metal, punk, worship, alternative or classic guitar-driven music, the right electric guitar should feel inspiring the moment you pick it up. Neck shape, scale length, pickups, weight and setup all play a role, which is why we focus on helping players find something that genuinely suits them rather than simply chasing specs.

Popular Electric Guitar Styles

We stock a wide variety of electric guitar styles including:

• Strat-style guitars
• Tele-style guitars
• Single cut guitars
• Double cut guitars
• Semi-hollow and hollow body guitars
• Modern high-output and metal guitars
• Beginner electric guitars
• Vintage Used & Rare guitars

Whether you want bright single-coil sounds, thicker humbucker tones, vintage-inspired feel or modern performance, there’s a lot of variety within the electric guitar world and part of the fun is finding what connects with your playing style.

New, Used, Traded & Upgraded

Our direction at Colemans Music is simple:

A place for players — new, used, traded, upgraded.

That means we don’t just focus on brand new guitars. We’re big believers in quality used gear, trade-ins and instruments that already have some history behind them.

Our used and preloved electric guitars are checked over by our in-house team before hitting the floor, and our range changes regularly as new pieces arrive.

👉 Browse our Used Guitars Collection

Not Sure Which Electric Guitar Is Right?

If you’re buying your first electric guitar or trying to narrow down different styles, pickups or body shapes, we’ve put together a buyer’s guide that explains things in a simple, practical way.

👉 View our Electric Guitar Buyer’s Guide

You can also visit us in South Melbourne and spend some time trying different guitars in person.

Guitar Setups, Servicing & Repairs

A great setup can completely change how an electric guitar feels and responds.

We offer restringing, setups and guitar repairs in-store, whether your guitar needs easier playability, better tuning stability or just a fresh set of strings and some attention.

👉 Find out more about Guitar Repairs & Servicing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good beginner electric guitar?

A good beginner electric guitar should feel comfortable, stay in tune well, and suit the kind of music you want to play. Many players start with Strat-style or double-cut guitars because they’re versatile and easy to get along with.

What is the difference between single coils and humbuckers?

Single-coil pickups tend to sound brighter and more open, while humbuckers sound thicker and fuller with less noise. Neither is “better” — it depends on the style and sound you prefer.

Do you sell used electric guitars?

Yes. We regularly stock preloved, traded and Vintage Used & Rare electric guitars alongside our new range.

Can I buy electric guitars online in Australia?

Absolutely. We ship Australia-wide and also welcome players into our South Melbourne showroom.

Looking to buy an electric guitar? Visit Colemans Music in South Melbourne or shop online with fast shipping Australia-wide. We're a proudly independent, family owned Australian music store that knows gear and backs it with great service.