Refurbished Guitars Explained: What You Need to Know

If you’ve seen the word “refurbished” in a guitar listing and wondered what it means - or whether it’s worth considering - you’re not alone. A refurbished guitar is a great way to get high-quality gear at a lower price, but many players don’t understand what sets it apart from a used guitar.

Let’s break it down.

🔧 What Is a Refurbished Guitar?

A refurbished guitar is one that:

• May have had a minor cosmetic flaw, factory blemish, or was returned to a manufacturer

• Has been professionally repaired, inspected, and tested

• Is often marked “used” on the back of the headstock

Unlike a typical used guitar from a private seller, a refurbished guitar has been reconditioned by a trained tech and brought back to like-new playing condition.

🎸 How Is It Different from a Used Guitar?

Used guitar = sold “as-is,” condition varies, may need setup or repairs
Refurbished guitar = inspected, repaired, cleaned, tested, and set up

At Morris Guitar Company, we take it a step further:

• We inspect every refurbished guitar by hand

• We check for fret wear, neck straightness, electronics, and playability

• We give it a fresh setup so it’s ready to play when it leaves the shop

💡 Why Buy a Refurbished Guitar?

• Save money on name-brand instruments

• Get like-new performance at a used price

• Peace of mind knowing it’s been professionally inspected and set up

Whether you're a beginner shopping on a budget or a seasoned player looking for value, a refurbished guitar is a smart choice.

🛒 Looking for a Great Refurbished Guitar?

At Morris Guitar Company, we specialize in used and refurbished guitars that are clean, fully functional, and fun to play. Each one is carefully selected, inspected, and set up so you can play with confidence.