Guitars under $300

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11 guitars under $300 from Fender, Ibanez, Yamaha and more. Most cost $230 to $284, and half cost less than $250.

Ibanez

Classical or nylon, 6 String count

+Six-string classical guitar with nylon-string setup

+Okoume neck built for classical playing

+Thinline cutaway gives access to the upper frets

$299.99

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

Ortega Guitars

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

+Left-handed nylon-string classical guitar

+Smaller 3/4 size body suits smaller players

+Includes a Pro gig bag

$259.99

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

Cordoba

Classical or nylon

+Nylon string classical-style sound for softer tone

+Travel-friendly design for carrying on the go

+Mini body suited to compact spaces and portability

−Nylon strings produce a softer, less bright sound than steel strings

$219.99

as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details

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

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

Yamaha

Classical or nylon

+Nylon-string classical design suits fingerstyle and classical playing

$249.99

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

Cordoba

Classical or nylon

$229.99

as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details

Donner

Classical or nylon

+Headless design for compact travel

+Quiet practice option with earphone jack

+Travel-oriented nylon string guitar kit

−Nylon strings give a softer, mellower tone

$284.99-11%List: ~~$319.99~~

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

GEWA

Classical or nylon, 1/2 size or smaller

+Half-size body suits children around 7 to 9 years

+Classical nylon-string type

+Maple back and sides

−Half-size body is too small for adults

$245.74

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

Fender

Classical or nylon

+Nylon strings give a softer tone and easier fingertip feel

+Concert size body is smaller than a standard dreadnought

+Classical or nylon string type suits fingerstyle playing

−Nylon strings produce a mellower tone than steel strings

$229.99

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

Fender

Classical or nylon

+Nylon strings are gentler on fingertips for beginners

+Walnut fingerboard for a smooth playing surface

+Classical body suits fingerstyle and soft, mellow tone

$275.53

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

Compare specs

Type	Spec score	Price
Classical or nylon	n/a	$299.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$259.99 as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$219.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$249.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$239.99 as of 11/04/2026 00:52 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$249.99 as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$229.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:29 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$284.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:42 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$245.74 as of 11/03/2026 23:11 PST - Details
Classical or nylon	n/a	$229.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details

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