We all know Gear Acquisition Syndrome is real, but it hurts a whole lot less when you’re saving a few hundred bucks. If you’ve been waiting for the right excuse to upgrade your rig, Guitar Center’s latest sale might just be it. From American-made Fenders and affordable Epiphones to gig-ready Yamahas, we’ve rounded up the deals actually worth your attention.

Starting with the electrics…

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to invest in an iconic US-made Fender, Guitar Center has knocked $200 off the American Professional II Telecaster in classic Sunburst, bringing it down to $1,639.99. Packed with V-Mod II single-coils, a smooth Deep C neck profile and a sculpted heel for easy upper-fret access, this is an absolute workhorse for gigging players looking for high-end Fender playability.

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If you’re after an affordable acoustic-electric, the Epiphone J-45 EC Studio is now $359.99 (down from $399). With a solid Sitka spruce top, sloped-shoulder cutaway body and onboard Fishman electronics, it’s a solid choice for players looking to move between the sofa, the studio and the stage.

Electric players after an acoustic that feels immediately familiar should take a look at the Yamaha APX600 Thinline, now going for just $329.99 (down from $369.99). The guitar’s thin-line cutaway body is designed for comfortable live performance, while the built-in pickup system and onboard tuner make it ready for gigs straight out of the box.

Want classic Martin tone without stepping into the brand’s higher-end price bracket? Guitar Center has knocked nearly $270 off the D-12E Road Series. Built with a solid spruce top and koa fine veneer back and sides, this dreadnought delivers plenty of projection and warmth, while onboard Fishman MX-T electronics make it ready for the stage.