Guitars under $300

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36 guitars under $300 from Fender, Ibanez, Yamaha and more. Most cost $210 to $289, and half cost less than $250.

Top brands: Fender (21)Yamaha (5)

Oscar Schmidt

Acoustic, 1/2 size or smaller

+Half-size body suited to smaller players

−Dreadnought body is a larger shape than a classical guitar

$214.44

as of 11/04/2026 00:34 PST - Details

Fender

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body suits strumming and full acoustic tone

+Comes as a pack with gig bag and accessories

+Includes a 2-year warranty

−Acoustic-only, with no pickup for amplified playing

$249.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+All-mahogany build with a warm, rich wood tone

+Dreadnought body style for a full, large acoustic sound

+Bundle includes hard case, tuner, strap, strings, and picks

−Full dreadnought body is bulky for small spaces

$299.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+Left-handed build for left-handed players

+Dreadnought body style for a full, large acoustic sound

+Bundle includes hard case, tuner, strap, and more

−Full dreadnought body is bulky for small spaces

$299.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+Mini size with travel-friendly design

+Made from natural sapele wood

+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier

−Smaller body gives less volume than full-size acoustics

$209.99

as of 11/03/2026 22:56 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

Gretsch

Acoustic

+Parlor body is smaller and easier to hold than a dreadnought

+Compact size suits travel and smaller players

+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier to play

$249.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details

Fender

Acoustic

+All-mahogany body for a warm tone

+Concert body size for a comfortable fit

+Marketed for beginners

$229.99

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

Gretsch

Acoustic

+Parlor body is smaller and easier to hold than a dreadnought

+Compact size suits travel and smaller players

+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier to play

$245.95

as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details

Yamaha

Acoustic

+Acoustic guitar package that includes a gig bag, tuner, strap and picks

+Includes the FD01S guitar model in a complete starter kit

+Acoustic type with everything needed to start playing

$299.99

as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details

Applause

Acoustic

+Acoustic design needs no amplifier to play

+OOO body size gives a compact, comfortable acoustic shape

+Wood Classics series name signals a solid wood acoustic build

$289.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+Sold as a kit that comes with accessories in the pack

+Acoustic type with a dreadnought body style

+Ready to play for beginners as a full pack

$251.99

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

Yamaha

Acoustic

+Acoustic type with a full kit of accessories included

+Includes gig bag, tuner, strap and picks in one purchase

$259.99

as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details

Yamaha

Acoustic

+Acoustic type with a full kit of accessories included

+Includes gig bag, tuner, strap and picks in one purchase

$259.99

as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details

Ibanez

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body shape for a full acoustic sound

+Advantage bridge pins included on the guitar

$249.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details

Fender

Acoustic

+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier

+Redondo body shape is a common acoustic design

−Acoustic volume is lower than amplified electric guitars

$249.99

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

LUNA

Acoustic, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+3/4-size body suits smaller players and younger players

+Acoustic design needs no amplifier or cable to play

−Smaller body gives less volume than a full-size guitar

$279.00

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

Fender

Acoustic

$219.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

$229.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+All-mahogany build with a warm, rich wood tone

+Dreadnought body style for a full, large acoustic sound

+Bundle includes gig bag, tuner, strap, strings, and picks

−Full dreadnought body is bulky for small spaces

$269.99

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

Fender

Acoustic, 6 String count

+All-mahogany build for a warm, woody tone

+Walnut fingerboard for a smooth playing surface

+Includes a padded gig bag in the bundle

−Acoustic-only, with no pickup for amplified playing

$264.98

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

Fender

Acoustic, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+3/4 size body suits smaller players

+Kids-sized guitar with a travel-friendly build

+Comes as a kit with a gig bag and tuner

$209.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+Mini size makes it easy to carry on trips

+Redondo body style in a compact acoustic build

+Acoustic build for playing without an amplifier

−Smaller body gives less volume than a full-size guitar

$229.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body delivers a full, loud acoustic tone

+Bundle includes a hard case, tuner, strings, strap, and picks

+Acoustic design needs no amplifier for practice

−Dreadnought body is large and less comfortable for some players

$279.99

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

Fender

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body delivers a full, loud acoustic tone

+Bundle includes a gig bag, tuner, strap, strings, and picks

+Acoustic design needs no amplifier for practice

−Dreadnought body is large and less comfortable for some players

$251.99

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

Tario

Acoustic

+Jumbo body for a large, full acoustic sound

+Quilted maple body adds distinctive figured wood look

+Maple neck for a bright, firm feel

−Acoustic only, with no pickup for amplification

$259.99

as of 11/04/2026 05:38 PST - Details

Fender

Acoustic

+Comes as a kit with a hard case and accessories

+Dreadnought body for a bold, full sound

+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier to play

$249.99

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

Orangewood

Acoustic

+Cutaway body allows easier access to upper frets

+Padded gig bag protects the guitar during transport

+Accessory kit includes strap, tuner, picks and capo

$200.00

as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details

Compare specs

Type	Spec score	Price
Acoustic	n/a	$214.44 as of 11/04/2026 00:34 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$249.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$299.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$299.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$209.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$225.39 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$249.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$229.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$245.95 as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Acoustic	n/a	$299.99 as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details

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