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Guitars

1,563 guitars from Fender, Ibanez, Martin and more. Most cost $140 to $4,099, and half cost less than $650.

Guitars by use

Each use has a written rule on its page, built from listed specs. A guitar can match several uses.

Recommended guitars

GEWA

Classical or nylon, 1/2 size or smaller

+Designed for children ages 4 to 7
+Half-size body fits small players
+Nylon-string classical type
−Too small for most adults and older players
$99.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:11 PST - Details
Pyle

Acoustic, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+Acoustic guitar kit designed for beginners
+All wood construction
+Includes full accessory kit with picks and shoulder strap
−Smaller body than a full-size guitar
$80.13
as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details
Traveler Guitar

Bass

+Portable travel bass design
+Removable lap rest
+30 inch scale length
−Bass guitar needs an amplifier to be heard
$399.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:36 PST - Details
Yamaha

Classical or nylon

+Acoustic-electric build for amplified or unplugged playing
+Cutaway body gives access to the upper fret range
+Nylon strings suited to classical and fingerstyle playing
−Nylon strings give a softer, mellower tone than steel strings
$579.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
Cordoba

Bass

+Bass type for playing low-register bass lines
+Travel-friendly design for carrying on the go
+Acoustic-electric build for amplified or unplugged playing
−Compact body may feel small for players used to full-size basses
$299.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details
Gretsch

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body gives a full, projecting acoustic sound
+Marketed as a beginner guitar for new players
+Designed for beginners who are learning to play
−Acoustic body is larger than junior-sized guitars
$139.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Yamaha

Classical or nylon

+Acoustic-electric build for amplified or unplugged playing
+Flame maple back and sides for a figured wood look
+Nylon strings suited to classical and fingerstyle playing
−Nylon strings give a softer, mellower tone than steel strings
$679.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
Yamaha

Classical or nylon

+Acoustic-electric build for amplified or unplugged playing
+Cutaway body gives access to the upper fret range
+Includes a reinforced carrying bag for transport
−Nylon strings give a softer, mellower tone than steel strings
$2,199.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
PRS

Electric

+Piezo pickup adds an acoustic-style tone option
+Hollowbody design gives a warm, resonant tone
+Includes a case for transport and storage
−Hollowbody construction is more prone to feedback at high volume
$1,899.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details
Gretsch

Acoustic-electric

+Acoustic-electric type can be plugged into an amplifier
+Parlor body suits a compact playing setup
+Short scale length eases fretting for smaller hands
−Parlor body has less volume than a standard dreadnought
$279.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Cordoba

Acoustic-electric

+Acoustic-electric design for amplified or unplugged playing
+Travel-friendly design for carrying on the go
+Compact Mini II body suited to smaller spaces
−Small body produces less volume than a full-size acoustic
No current price. Check it at the store.
Gretsch

Electric

+Bigsby vibrato tailpiece for pitch-bending effects
+Electric type for plugging into an amplifier
+Hollow body design for a warm, resonant tone
−Electric guitar needs an amplifier to be heard well
$636.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Ibanez

Bass, 4 String count

+Four-string bass for standard bass parts and grooves
+Short-scale design suits smaller hands and younger players
+Compact bass body is easier to carry than full-size models
−Short-scale neck feels different from a standard bass
No current price. Check it at the store.
Cordoba

Classical or nylon

+Nylon strings for a soft, mellow tone
+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier
+Nylon strings are gentler on fingertips
−Nylon strings give less projection than steel strings
$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details
Traveler Guitar

Classical or nylon, 6 String count

+Ultra-light design for travel
+Standard 6 string configuration
+Mahogany body wood
−Nylon strings need a different playing technique than steel
$329.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:36 PST - Details
Pyle

Acoustic, 1/2 size or smaller

+Acoustic guitar kit designed for beginners
+All wood construction
+Includes full accessory kit with picks and shoulder strap
−Smallest junior size, not suited to adult players
$74.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier
+Concert size body is smaller than a standard dreadnought
+Comes with a 2-year warranty
−Smaller body gives less volume than full-size acoustics
$225.39
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Martin

Acoustic-electric

+Acoustic-electric design can be played plugged in
+Modified D-14 fret body shape
+Includes a gig bag for transport
−HPL construction instead of solid wood
$699.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:07 PST - Details
Fender

Bass, 5 String count

+Five-string bass gives a wider low range than a standard four-string
+Maple fingerboard for a bright, smooth playing surface
+Vintage 70s styling for a classic Jazz Bass look
−Five strings can take more adjustment than a four-string bass
$559.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details
Ortega Guitars

Classical or nylon

+Nylon string guitar for softer, mellow tone
+Classical style suits fingerstyle playing
+Smaller requinto body suits players wanting a higher register
−Nylon strings are less bright than steel strings
$239.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:52 PST - Details
Takamine

Acoustic-electric, 12 String count

+12 strings deliver a full, shimmering sound
+Acoustic-electric design plugs into an amplifier or PA
+Suits strumming and chord-based playing
−Twelve strings require more frequent tuning and setup
$1,075.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:37 PST - Details
Ortega Guitars

Classical or nylon, 6 String count, Full size

+Full-size body for a standard playing feel
+Six strings for standard guitar playing
+Nylon strings are gentler on fingertips
−Nylon strings give a softer, mellower sound
$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
Gretsch

Bass

+Short-scale neck is easier to fret for smaller hands
+Single-cut body style for a streamlined, easy-to-reach fretboard
+Electric bass type plugs into an amplifier for louder playing
−Short scale gives a tighter feel than a standard-scale bass
$329.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Gretsch

Electric

+Chromatic II tailpiece included with the guitar
+Electric type for plugging into an amplifier
+Hollow body design for a warm, resonant tone
−Electric guitar needs an amplifier to be heard well
$549.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Fender
+Bundle includes a case for protection and transport
+Includes a strap, cable, and cleaning kit
+Roasted pine body for a natural wood look
−Requires an amplifier for amplified sound
$1,939.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Gretsch

Electric

+Semi-hollowbody build with a center block
+Double-cut body for upper-fret access
+Electric guitar for amplified playing
−Burnt finish is the only trait listed beyond type
$499.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Gretsch

Electric

+Hollowbody Double-Cut body for a resonant, open tone
+Bigsby vibrato tailpiece for pitch-bending effects
+Electric guitar built for amplified playing
−Hollowbody design can feedback at high volume
$999.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Cordoba

Classical or nylon

+Nylon strings suit classical and fingerstyle playing
+Thinbody design for a slimmer profile
+Built-in electronics for amplified performance
−Nylon strings give a softer tone than steel strings
$849.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details

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