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Guitars under $3,000

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19 guitars under $3,000 from Ernie Ball Music Man, Taylor Guitars, Breedlove and more. Half cost less than $2,999.

Top brands: Ernie Ball Music Man (7)

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BrandErnie Ball Music Man7Taylor Guitars4Breedlove2Fender2Gretsch2Martin1Maton1
TypeBass7Acoustic-electric5Electric3Acoustic2
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Taylor Guitars

Acoustic-electric

+Acoustic-electric design plays unplugged or through an amplifier
+Includes a hardshell case for protection during transport
+Super Auditorium body is a larger acoustic shape
−Larger body may be less comfortable for players who prefer smaller guitars
$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:38 PST - Details
Ernie Ball Music Man

Bass

+Five strings extend the range below standard four-string bass
+HH configuration gives two humbucking pickups
+Ebony fingerboard for a darker, smooth feel
$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Taylor Guitars

Acoustic-electric, 12 String count

+Acoustic-electric type with built-in pickup for amplified playing
+12-string design produces a fuller, chime-like sound
+12-fret neck design for access to higher notes
$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:38 PST - Details
Fender

Electric

+Electric guitar type for amplified playing
+Telecaster body style is a recognizable Fender design
−Requires an amplifier to be heard at full volume
$2,939.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Breedlove

Acoustic

+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier
+Dreadnought name indicates a large, full-bodied acoustic shape
$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 01:36 PST - Details
Ernie Ball Music Man

Bass

+Bass guitar type for playing low-end bass parts
+Five-string configuration with HH pickup layout
+Rosewood fingerboard for a warmer wood surface
$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Ernie Ball Music Man

Bass

+Electric bass for standard four-string playing
+Ebony fingerboard for a darker, smooth feel
+DarkRay model line from Music Man
$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Ernie Ball Music Man

Bass

+Electric bass for standard four-string playing
+Ebony fingerboard for a darker, smooth feel
+DarkRay model line from Music Man
$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Ernie Ball Music Man

Bass

+Electric bass for standard four-string playing
+Maple fingerboard for a bright feel
+DarkRay model line from Music Man
$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Taylor Guitars

Acoustic-electric

+Grand Concert body shape suits a balanced, versatile tone
+Acoustic-electric design works both unplugged and through an amp
+Includes a hardshell case for transport and protection
$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:38 PST - Details
Ernie Ball Music Man

Bass

+Bass guitar with a maple fingerboard for bright tone
+Maple fingerboard gives a smooth, fast playing surface
−Data gives no pickup configuration; none of the specs are reported
$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Ernie Ball Music Man

Bass

+Five-string bass adds extra low range for heavier playing
+Maple fingerboard gives a bright, smooth playing surface
−Five-string neck is wider than four-string necks, a stretch for small hands
$2,949.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Fender

Electric

+Electric guitar type for rock and country playing
+American Vintage II series build from the 75th Anniversary line
$2,999.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Gretsch

Electric

+Hollow body electric guitar with a classic rockabilly sound
+Eddie Cochran signature model with signature appointments
−Hollow body can feed back at high volume without care
$2,999.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Breedlove

Acoustic

+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier
+Parlor name indicates a smaller body suited to portable playing
$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 01:36 PST - Details
Taylor Guitars

Acoustic-electric

+Acoustic-electric design plays unplugged or through an amplifier
$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:38 PST - Details
Maton

Acoustic-electric

+Acoustic-electric type plugs into an amplifier or PA system
+Built to be played both unplugged and amplified
+Artist model designed for performing musicians
$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:07 PST - Details

Compare specs

guitarTypeSpec scorePrice
Acoustic-electricn/a$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:38 PST - Details
Bassn/a$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Acoustic-electricn/a$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 05:38 PST - Details
Electricn/a$2,939.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$2,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 01:36 PST - Details
n/a$2,999.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:07 PST - Details
n/a$2,999.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Bassn/a$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Bassn/a$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details
Bassn/a$2,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:52 PST - Details

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