ST Style Electric Guitar Kit with Roasted Pine Body - DIY Ready

In this review the Leo Jaymz ST style DIY electric guitar kit is evaluated as a budget-friendly build for players who want a playable, good-sounding solid body without buying a finished instrument. The kit's biggest selling point is its solid roasted pine body paired with a maple neck and laurel fingerboard, which together deliver attractive wood grain and surprisingly balanced tone once assembled. For hobby builders and gigging players who like customizing hardware and electronics, this kit provides the parts and drilled cavities to make assembly straightforward and produce a satisfying instrument.

Key Features

• Solid roasted pine body: The roasted pine top offers visible wood grain and a stable body blank that behaves well under finish and during setup.
• Maple neck with laurel fingerboard: The maple neck and 21-fret laurel fingerboard give a familiar feel and clear attack suited to a range of styles on a 25.5' scale.
• Pre-drilled cavities: All pickup and control cavities are drilled, which makes routing unnecessary and speeds up assembly for builders of varying skill levels.
• Complete hardware and wiring: The kit includes machine heads, wiring, screws and strap locks so the builder can finish and string the guitar with minimal additional purchases.
• Copper foil compatibility: The thickened single side can be lined with copper foil to reduce electrical noise in the wiring and pickup cavities.
• Guitar strap and quick retainer locks: A strap and security quick retainer system are included so the instrument is performance-ready after setup.

Who It's For

This kit is best for hobbyists, DIY builders and players who want a customizable ST style solid-body at a modest cost. Someone who enjoys finishing, routing electronic choices and doing a setup will get the most from this package because the parts and drilled cavities let you choose pickups and final hardware without major modification.

It is less suitable for buyers who want a fully finished, played-out-of-the-box instrument or those unwilling to perform basic setup and intonation. If exacting factory-level fretwork or a professional fret dressing is required, a finished production guitar or a higher-end kit with explicit luthier-grade neck setup might be a better fit.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good value: the kit includes neck, body, hardware, wiring and strap for a near-complete build.
• Strong aesthetics: roasted pine body and maple neck show attractive grain that reviewers noted favorably.
• Easy assembly: pre-drilled cavities and included screws and wiring speed up the build process.
• Noise control ready: ability to apply copper foil improves electronics shielding.

Cons

• Neck feedback is mixed: some builders report varied neck quality and may need minor fret or setup work.
• One-sided machine heads limit tuning style preferences for some players.

Specifications

Body material	Solid roasted pine
Neck material	Maple
Fingerboard	Laurel with 6mm pearl dot inlays
Scale length	25.5 in
Frets	21 frets
Neck joint	Bolt-on
Included accessories	Strap, strap locks, wiring, screws and machine heads

Our Verdict

The Leo Jaymz ST style DIY kit is a solid value for builders who want a customizable, good-sounding solid-body without spending much. With a roasted pine body, maple neck and pre-drilled cavities the kit removes many common assembly hurdles and yields a playable instrument after modest setup, making it a smart choice for DIYers and budget-minded players who like to tinker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pickups included?
Answer: The listing indicates cavities are pre-drilled and wiring is included, but buyers should verify which specific pickups are provided before purchase.

Is the neck finished and ready to play?
Answer: The maple neck and laurel fingerboard are included; some builders reported varied neck quality and may perform minor fret leveling or setup for ideal playability.

Can I reduce electronic noise?
Answer: Yes, the thickened single side can be lined with copper foil to improve shielding in pickup and wire compartments.