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Best 12-String Acoustic Guitars Under $300 2025

Affordable 12-string acoustic guitars under $300 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Folk Rock For Jangle Pop For Celtic For Country For Acoustic Rock For Campfire Sessions
BRANDS: Harley Benton Taylor Guild DAngelico Takamine Martin Guitar Framus Ibanez Furch Fender
DAngelico Premier Bowery 12 LS TBCB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

DAngelico Premier Bowery 12 LS TBCB

by DAngelico
Folk Rock Jangle Pop Country
Key Feature:
• Distinctive 12-string character
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
  • • Distinctive 12-string character
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier neck and higher action
  • • More expensive string replacement

DAngelico Premier Bowery 12 LS TBCB12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupType: Dreadbought with cutawayBack and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 617247
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
Baton Rouge X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Baton Rouge X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk

by Baton Rouge
Campfire Sessions Jangle Pop Country
Key Feature:
• Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✓ PROS
  • • Great for rhythm guitar work
  • • Natural octave doubling
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier neck and higher action
  • • Limited single-note clarity

Baton Rouge X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk12-String Steel-String GuitarStyle: FolkTop: SpruceBack and sides: MahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 511402
$237
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez PF1512-NT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Ibanez PF1512-NT

by Ibanez
Folk Rock Jangle Pop Country
Key Feature:
• Full, lush strumming sound
✓ PROS
  • • Natural octave doubling
  • • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✗ CONS
  • • More complex tuning and maintenance
  • • Higher string tension and effort

Ibanez PF1512-NT12-String steel-string guitarBody design: DreadnoughtTop: SpruceBack & Sides: OkoumeNeck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 325891
$246
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Matte Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Matte Black

by DAngelico
Folk Rock Celtic Country
Key Feature:
• Great for rhythm guitar work
✓ PROS
  • • Great for rhythm guitar work
  • • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
  • • Limited single-note clarity
  • • Heavier neck and higher action

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Matte Black12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupConstruction: Grand Auditorium with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 617186
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton D-200CE-12BK Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Harley Benton D-200CE-12BK Bundle

by Harley Benton
Country Folk Rock Acoustic Rock
Key Feature:
• Natural octave doubling
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
  • • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
  • • More complex tuning and maintenance
  • • Higher string tension and effort

Harley Benton D-200CE-12BK Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton D-200CE-12BK*12-String Steel-String Guitar...

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 538119
$226
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Aged Mah - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Aged Mah

by DAngelico
Jangle Pop Celtic Country
Key Feature:
• Rich, shimmering chorus effect
✓ PROS
  • • Natural octave doubling
  • • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive string replacement
  • • Heavier neck and higher action

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Aged Mah12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupStyle: Auditorium with cutawayBacktop and...

⭐ 4.9/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 513975
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAngelico Premier Bowery 12 LS VNatural - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

DAngelico Premier Bowery 12 LS VNatural

by DAngelico
Folk Rock Jangle Pop Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Natural octave doubling
✓ PROS
  • • Great for rhythm guitar work
  • • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier neck and higher action
  • • More complex tuning and maintenance

DAngelico Premier Bowery 12 LS VNatural12-String Steel-String Guitar with PickupType: Dreadbought with cutawayBack and...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 617253
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAngelico Premier Fulton LS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS

by DAngelico
Folk Rock Country Campfire Sessions
Key Feature:
• Natural octave doubling
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive 12-string character
  • • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier neck and higher action
  • • Higher string tension and effort

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS12-String Steel-String GuitarGrand Auditorium design with cutawayBacktop and sides:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 484952
$265
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Natural

by DAngelico
Jangle Pop Campfire Sessions Acoustic Rock
Key Feature:
• Full, lush strumming sound
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, shimmering chorus effect
  • • Distinctive 12-string character
✗ CONS
  • • More complex tuning and maintenance
  • • Higher string tension and effort

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Natural12-String Steel-Strng Guitar with Pickuptype: Grand Auditorium with cutawayBack and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 617245
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Sat.Vint.SB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Sat.Vint.SB

by DAngelico
Jangle Pop Celtic Country
Key Feature:
• Distinctive 12-string character
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive 12-string character
  • • Full, lush strumming sound
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier neck and higher action
  • • Higher string tension and effort

DAngelico Premier Fulton LS Sat.Vint.SB12-String Acoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: Grand Auditorium with cutawayTop:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 536265
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details

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.

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