Best 12-String Acoustic Guitars for Celtic 2026
Perfect 12-string acoustic guitars for celtic - easy to play and learn on
Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
GENRES & STYLES:
For Folk Rock
For Jangle Pop
For Celtic
For Country
For Acoustic Rock
For Campfire Sessions
#1
⭐
4.8/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Harley Benton Custom Line CLJ-412E LH w/Bag
Jangle Pop
Celtic
Acoustic Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for rhythm guitar work
✓ PROS
- • Great for rhythm guitar work
- • Distinctive 12-string character
✗ CONS
- • More expensive string replacement
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
Harley Benton Custom Line CLJ-412E LH w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line CLJ-412E LH...
⭐
4.8/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 605289
$378
#2
⭐
4.5/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Taylor Legacy Edition 855e
by
Taylor
Country
Folk Rock
Jangle Pop
Key Feature:
• Natural octave doubling
✓ PROS
- • Full, lush strumming sound
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✗ CONS
- • Higher string tension and effort
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
Taylor Legacy Edition 855e12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupType: JumboTop: Solid Sitka spruceX-BracingBack and...
⭐
4.5/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 601464
$4,175
#3
⭐
4.7/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Taylor 150ce
by
Taylor
Country
Jangle Pop
Folk Rock
Key Feature:
• Natural octave doubling
✓ PROS
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
- • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
- • Heavier neck and higher action
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
Taylor 150ce, 12-String Acoustic Guitar with PickupA 12-string dreadnought that combines impressive full sound and the...
⭐
4.7/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 585613
$1,099
#4
⭐
4.4/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Taylor 250ce-BLK Plus
by
Taylor
Folk Rock
Country
Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Full, lush strumming sound
✓ PROS
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
- • Great for rhythm guitar work
✗ CONS
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
- • More expensive string replacement
Taylor 250ce-BLK Plus12-String Acoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: Dreadnought with cutawayTop: solid spruceSoundboard...
⭐
4.4/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 592769
$1,845
#5
⭐
4.9/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Framus Vintage Hootenanny 12 HP
by
Framus
Campfire Sessions
Folk Rock
Country
Key Feature:
• Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✓ PROS
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
- • Natural octave doubling
✗ CONS
- • Heavier neck and higher action
- • Higher string tension and effort
Framus Vintage Hootenanny 12 HP12-String Acoustic GuitarType: Round Shoulder DreadnoughtBack and sides: Solid...
⭐
4.9/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 609910
$1,209
#6
⭐
4.6/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Lakewood M-32-12 CP Grand Concert 2024
by
Lakewood
Country
Jangle Pop
Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✓ PROS
- • Full, lush strumming sound
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✗ CONS
- • More expensive string replacement
- • Heavier neck and higher action
Lakewood M-32-12 CP Grand Concert 202412 String Acoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: Grand Auditorium with cutawayTop:...
⭐
4.6/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 592194
$3,409
#7
⭐
4.4/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Baton Rouge X34S/D-12
by
Baton Rouge
Campfire Sessions
Folk Rock
Acoustic Rock
Key Feature:
• Full, lush strumming sound
✓ PROS
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
- • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
- • Higher string tension and effort
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
Baton Rouge X34S/D-1212-String Acoustic GuitarStyle: DreadnoughtTop: solid spruceBack and sides: WalnutNeck:...
⭐
4.4/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 586729
$472
#8
⭐
4.4/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Furch Blue D-SW/12 VTC a
by
Furch
Celtic
Folk Rock
Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Great for rhythm guitar work
✓ PROS
- • Great for rhythm guitar work
- • Natural octave doubling
✗ CONS
- • More expensive string replacement
- • Heavier neck and higher action
Furch Blue D-SW/12 VTC12-String Acoustic Guitar with PickupBlue SeriesStyle: DreadnoughtTop: solid sitka spruceBack and...
⭐
4.4/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 588070
$1,649
#9
⭐
4.4/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Harley Benton Custom Line CLJ-412E LH w/Bag
Celtic
Acoustic Rock
Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✓ PROS
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
- • Great for rhythm guitar work
✗ CONS
- • Heavier neck and higher action
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
Harley Benton Custom Line CLJ-412E LH w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line CLJ-412E LH...
⭐
4.4/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 605292
$378
#10
⭐
4.7/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Furch Green Dc-SM/12 SPE a
by
Furch
Folk Rock
Country
Jangle Pop
Key Feature:
• Distinctive 12-string character
✓ PROS
- • Full, lush strumming sound
- • Distinctive 12-string character
✗ CONS
- • Heavier neck and higher action
- • Higher string tension and effort
Furch Green Dc-SM/12 SPE12-String Acoustic Guitar with PickupWith cutawayTop: Solid AA Sitka spruceBack and sides:...
⭐
4.7/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 588072
$2,309
#11
⭐
4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Breedlove Pursuit Exotic S Conc 12-St CE
by
Breedlove
Jangle Pop
Celtic
Country
Key Feature:
• Great for rhythm guitar work
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive 12-string character
- • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
- • Higher string tension and effort
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
Breedlove Pursuit Exotic S Conc 12-St CE12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupStyle: Concert with cutawayTop: Solid...
⭐
4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 612749
$879
#12
⭐
4.5/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Breedlove Discovery S Conc 12-St CE EB
by
Breedlove
Country
Folk Rock
Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Great for rhythm guitar work
✓ PROS
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
- • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
- • Limited single-note clarity
- • Higher string tension and effort
Breedlove Discovery S Conc 12-St CE EB12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupStyle: Concert with cutawayBack and...
⭐
4.5/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 617366
$659
#13
⭐
5.0/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Framus Vintage Hootenanny 12 SB HP
by
Framus
Acoustic Rock
Campfire Sessions
Celtic
Key Feature:
• Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✓ PROS
- • Natural octave doubling
- • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
- • More expensive string replacement
- • Limited single-note clarity
Framus Vintage Hootenanny 12 SB HP12-String Acoustic GuitarType: Round Shoulder DreadnoughtBack and sides: Solid...
⭐
5.0/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 610780
$1,209
#14
⭐
4.5/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Richwood A-7012-VA
by
Richwood
Campfire Sessions
Celtic
Acoustic Rock
Key Feature:
• Distinctive 12-string character
✓ PROS
- • Full, lush strumming sound
- • Great for rhythm guitar work
✗ CONS
- • More complex tuning and maintenance
- • More expensive string replacement
Richwood A-7012-VA12 String Acoustic GuitarMaster SeriesStyle: Auditorium OOOTop: AA solid sitkaX Scalloped bracingBack...
⭐
4.5/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 582216
$769
#15
⭐
4.8/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Breedlove Discovery S Conc 12-St CE BS
by
Breedlove
Celtic
Jangle Pop
Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Full, lush strumming sound
✓ PROS
- • Natural octave doubling
- • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✗ CONS
- • More expensive string replacement
- • Limited single-note clarity
Breedlove Discovery S Conc 12-St CE BS12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupStyle: Concert with cutawayTop: Solid...
⭐
4.8/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 612765
$714
How to Choose the Best 12-String Acoustic Guitars
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 12-string acoustic guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
