Selling a guitar can feel like a choice between "maximum money" and "zero hassle." Whether you are clearing out space or trading up for a dream rig, you generally have three local paths to take: big-box convenience, niche consignment, or a direct buy-out from a specialized used-gear shop.

If you want the guitar gone today without dealing with flaky marketplace messages, these are your best bets:

If your guitar is high-end or vintage, selling it outright to a store might mean leaving a lot of money on the table.