Best 4-String Lefthanded Basses Under $800 2026
Affordable 4-string lefthanded basses under $800 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
⭐
4.8/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Marcus Miller Z3-4 Antique White LH
Ergonomic Performance
Comfort
Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control layout
✓ PROS
- • Better technique development
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • May require longer wait times
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
Marcus Miller Z3-4 Antique White LHElectric BassLeft-hand modelBody: MahoganyBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleBlack...
⭐
4.8/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 619457
$582
#2
⭐
4.8/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Marcus Miller P6-4 Sandblasted BK LH
Natural Playing Position
Comfort
Ergonomic Performance
Key Feature:
• Optimal performance and sound
✓ PROS
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
- • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
- • Fewer options in each price range
Marcus Miller P6-4 Sandblasted BK LHElectric BassLeft-hand modelBody: MahoganyTop: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...
⭐
4.8/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610823
$747
#3
⭐
5.0/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Marcus Miller Z3-4 Sparkle Black LH
Proper Technique
Comfort
Left-Handed Bass Players
Key Feature:
• Optimal performance and sound
✓ PROS
- • Optimal performance and sound
- • Correct pickup and control layout
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • May require longer wait times
Marcus Miller Z3-4 Sparkle Black LHElectric BassLeft-handed modelZ SeriesBody: MahoganyBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...
⭐
5.0/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 584182
$593
#4
⭐
4.8/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LH AWH 2nd Gen
Proper Technique
Comfort
Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
- • Optimal performance and sound
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • Limited model selection
Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LH AWH 2nd GenElectric BassModel: Left-handedBody: AlderOne-piece neckNeck: MapleFretboard:...
⭐
4.8/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 445953
$582
#5
⭐
4.4/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Marcus Miller V5 24-4 NT LH
Comfort
Ergonomic Performance
Correct Form
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control layout
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Limited model selection
- • May require longer wait times
Marcus Miller V5 24-4 NT LHElectric BassLefthand / left-handed modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...
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4.4/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 573307
$648
#6
⭐
4.7/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 MLG LH
Left-Handed Bass Players
Proper Technique
Correct Form
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
- • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
- • Lower resale value typically
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 MLG LHElectric BassLeft-handed modelBody: AlderOne-piece roasted maple neckRoasted maple...
⭐
4.7/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 522913
$549
#7
⭐
4.7/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Sting Ray4 CH Blue LH
Left-Handed Bass Players
Comfort
Ergonomic Performance
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control layout
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Sting Ray4 CH Blue LHElectric BassLeft-handed modelBody: JabonNeck: Bolt-on...
⭐
4.7/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 585161
$571
#8
⭐
5.0/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Marcus Miller P7 Alder 4 AWH LH 2nd Gen
Ergonomic Performance
Correct Form
Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • Limited model selection
- • Fewer options in each price range
Marcus Miller P7 Alder 4 AWH LH 2nd GenElectric bassLefthand / lefthand modelAlder bodyBolted maple neckEbony...
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5.0/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 446137
$659
#9
⭐
4.9/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Höfner HCT-500/1L-SB Violin Bass CTLH
by
Höfner
Proper Technique
Comfort
Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position for lefties
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • May require longer wait times
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
Höfner HCT-500/1L-SB Violin Bass CTLHElectric BassLefthand modelDesign: Beatles bass with sustain blockTop:...
⭐
4.9/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 202970
$769
#10
⭐
4.4/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Marcus Miller P5R Alder-4 NT LH
Left-Handed Bass Players
Natural Playing Position
Ergonomic Performance
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Better technique development
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Limited model selection
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
Marcus Miller P5R Alder-4 NT LHElectric BassLefthand / left-handed modelBody: AlderNeck: roasted mapleFingerboard:...
⭐
4.4/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 589162
$582
#11
⭐
4.6/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Marcus Miller U5 TS MN Short LH
Correct Form
Proper Technique
Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control layout
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • Limited model selection
- • May require longer wait times
Marcus Miller U5 TS MN Short LHElectric BassLefthanded modelAlder bodyFlamed maple topMaple neckMaple...
⭐
4.6/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 485161
$549
#12
⭐
4.4/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 VWH LH
Natural Playing Position
Correct Form
Ergonomic Performance
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control layout
- • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
- • Limited model selection
- • Lower resale value typically
Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 VWH LHElectric BassLeft-handed modelBody: AlderOne-piece neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard:...
⭐
4.4/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 581733
$571
#13
⭐
4.7/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Höfner Ignition Beatles Bass V Bundle
by
Höfner
Left-Handed Bass Players
Proper Technique
Comfort
Key Feature:
• Optimal performance and sound
✓ PROS
- • Better technique development
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • May require longer wait times
Höfner Ignition Beatles Bass V Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Höfner Ignition VSB LH SE*Electric Bass*Left-handed...
⭐
4.7/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 239412
$538
#14
⭐
4.5/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Marcus Miller V6-4 Sandblasted BK LH
Left-Handed Bass Players
Natural Playing Position
Comfort
Key Feature:
• Optimal performance and sound
✓ PROS
- • Optimal performance and sound
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
- • Limited model selection
Marcus Miller V6 Sandblasted 4 BK LHElectric BassBody: MahoganyTop: Swamp ashBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...
⭐
4.5/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 610812
$747
#15
⭐
4.4/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 CGM LH
Correct Form
Left-Handed Bass Players
Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Optimal performance and sound
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position for lefties
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • Usually more expensive than right-handed
- • May require longer wait times
Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 CGM LHElectric BassLefthand / left-handed modelBody: AlderOne-piece neck: roasted...
⭐
4.4/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 567575
$571
How to Choose the Best 4-String Lefthanded Basses
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 4-string lefthanded basses 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.
