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184 guitars for beginners from Fender, Donner, Pyle and more. Most cost $80 to $399, and half cost less than $140.

Top brands: Fender (31)

Fender

Bass, 5 String count

+Five-string bass adds extra low range

+Maple fingerboard for a bright, smooth playing surface

+Suitable for beginners moving up to advanced playing

$559.99

as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details

Fender

Bass

+Electric bass guitar with a maple fingerboard

+Jazz bass body style for a versatile bass tone

+Designed for beginners learning bass

$357.29

as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details

Fender

Bass

+Vintage 60s Jazz Bass design with a classic sound

+Laurel fingerboard for a warm, smooth feel

+Beginner-friendly bass guitar for new players

$529.99

as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details

Fender

Bass

+Walnut body with a maple fingerboard for a vintage feel

+Vintage 70s styling in a classic Precision Bass design

+Beginner-friendly electric bass guitar for new players

$529.99

as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details

Admira

Classical or nylon

+Classical nylon-string type for softer fingertip playing

+Designed as a beginner series instrument

+Nylon strings are gentler on fingertips than steel

No current price. Check it at the store.

Kremona

Classical or nylon, Full size

+Full-size body for fuller volume

+Handmade in Europe

+Gig bag included

$499.00

as of 11/03/2026 23:48 PST - Details

Best Choice Products

Acoustic, Full size

+All wood construction for a traditional acoustic sound

+Full size 41in body for standard playing

+Starter set with gig bag, strap, capo and strings

No current price. Check it at the store.

Fender

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body for a bold, full sound

+Marketed for beginners

+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier to play

No current price. Check it at the store.

LyxPro

Electric, Full size

+Full-size body suits adult players

+Complete kit includes 20-watt amplifier and accessories

+Includes a digital clip-on tuner

No current price. Check it at the store.

Pyle

Classical or nylon, 3/4 or 7/8 size

$75.96

as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details

Donner

Acoustic, Full size

+Full size 41 inch acoustic body

+Kit includes accessories for starting out

+Steel strings for a bright acoustic sound

−Acoustic type needs no amplifier to play

$139.99-18%List: ~~$169.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:42 PST - Details

Bullstar

Bass, 4 String count, Full size

+Complete kit that includes everything needed to start playing

+Full-size body with four strings

+PB-style design with a classic bass shape

$99.97-17%List: ~~$119.97~~

as of 11/04/2026 14:38 PST - Details

Donner

+Stringless design with a built-in speaker

+Built for beginners learning to play

+App features support guided learning

$339.99-15%List: ~~$399.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:42 PST - Details

Donner

Acoustic-electric, Full size

+Full-size 41-inch body suits adult players

+Built-in pickups allow amplified playing

+Cutaway body gives access to higher frets

$129.99-13%List: ~~$149.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:42 PST - Details

Luckwbq

Electric, Full size

+Full-size 39 inch body

+SSS pickup configuration

+Includes mini amplifier and gig bag

$99.99-17%List: ~~$119.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 00:03 PST - Details

Vangoa

Acoustic-electric, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+3/4 size suits younger or smaller players

+Built-in 4-band EQ for shaping amplified sound

+Built-in tuner and truss rod included

$149.99-12%List: ~~$169.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 06:41 PST - Details

Moukey

Acoustic, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+Kit includes a chord chart for learning basic chords

+Travel-friendly design suits carrying to lessons or trips

+Smaller 3/4 size suits kids and youth players

−Smaller 3/4 or 7/8 size may feel cramped for adult hands

$79.99-11%List: ~~$89.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 00:16 PST - Details

Goldriff

Electric

+30-inch size suits young players

+Includes a 5W amplifier and gig bag

+Starter kit includes strap and accessories

−5W amplifier is limited in volume for larger spaces

$79.00-11%Was: ~~$89.00~~

as of 11/03/2026 23:14 PST - Details

Donner

Electric

+Includes a mini amp for playing right away

+Short 30-inch size suits children

+Travel-friendly size for carrying on trips

$116.99-10%List: ~~$129.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:41 PST - Details

Donner

Acoustic-electric, Full size

+Full size acoustic-electric body

+Amplifier included for playing at volume

+Kit includes capo, pick, tuner, strings and strap

$179.99-10%List: ~~$199.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:42 PST - Details

Donner

Electric

+Includes a mini amp for playing right away

+Short 30-inch size suits children

+Complete beginner kit for a starter pack

$125.99-10%List: ~~$139.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:41 PST - Details

Vangoa

Acoustic-electric, Full size

+Full size body for adult and teen players

+Cutaway body gives access to upper frets

+Built-in pickup for amplified playing

$139.99-7%List: ~~$149.95~~

as of 11/04/2026 06:41 PST - Details

Donner

Electric, Full size

+Dual humbucker pickups for a fuller electric sound

+Solid poplar body for a sturdy build

+Full-size 39-inch body suits adult players

$139.99-7%List: ~~$149.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:41 PST - Details

Aklot

Electric

+Kit includes an amp for immediate playing

+Full-size body with HSS pickup configuration

+Roasted maple neck included

−Amp included in kit is a basic starter amplifier

$159.99-6%Was: ~~$169.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 11:35 PST - Details

Aklot

Electric, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+3/4 size body for smaller players

+1.5 inch narrow neck for small hands

+Kit includes an amp for practice

−Smaller body may limit volume and tone compared to full-size guitars

$139.39-6%Was: ~~$147.89~~

as of 11/04/2026 11:35 PST - Details

Donner

Bass, 4 String count, Full size

+Full size 4-string bass body

+Kit includes accessories for starting out

+PB-style bass design

$159.99-6%List: ~~$169.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 22:42 PST - Details

Musicool

Electric, Full size

+Full-size 39-inch body suits adult players

+Starter kit includes an amplifier

+HSS pickup configuration offers several tonal options

$99.99-6%Was: ~~$106.00~~

as of 11/04/2026 00:19 PST - Details

Cahaya

Electric, Full size

+Full size 39-inch electric guitar

+Comes as a kit with amplifier included

+Labeled for beginners

−Smaller 39-inch body than standard full size electric guitars

$91.19-5%Was: ~~$95.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 14:39 PST - Details

Compare specs

Type	Size	Spec score	Price
Bass		n/a	$559.99 as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details
Bass		n/a	$357.29 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Bass		n/a	$529.99 as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details
Bass		n/a	$529.99 as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details
Classical or nylon		n/a	No current price
Classical or nylon	Full size	n/a	$499.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:48 PST - Details
Acoustic	Full size	n/a	No current price
Acoustic		n/a	No current price
Electric	Full size	n/a	No current price
Classical or nylon	3/4 or 7/8 size	n/a	$75.96 as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details

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