Best 4-String Lefthanded Basses Under $800 2025

Affordable 4-string lefthanded basses under $800 - 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 Left-Handed Bass Players For Natural Playing Position For Proper Technique For Comfort For Ergonomic Performance For Correct Form

BRANDS: Harley Benton Marcus Miller Sadowsky Warwick Sandberg Höfner

Marcus Miller V5 24-4 NT LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Marcus Miller V5 24-4 NT LH

by Marcus Miller

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:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 573307

$648

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Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 VWH LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 VWH LH

by Marcus Miller

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

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Marcus Miller P7 Alder 4 AWH LH 2nd Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Marcus Miller P7 Alder 4 AWH LH 2nd Gen

by Marcus Miller

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...

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 446137

$659

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Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 MLG LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 MLG LH

by Marcus Miller

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

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Marcus Miller Z3-4 Antique White LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Marcus Miller Z3-4 Antique White LH

by Marcus Miller

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

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Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 TS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 TS LH

by Marcus Miller

Comfort Ergonomic Performance Proper Technique

Key Feature:

• Proper ergonomics and comfort

✓ PROS

• Natural playing position for lefties
• Correct pickup and control layout

✗ CONS

• Fewer options in each price range
• Limited model selection

Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 TS LHElectric BassLeft-handed modelAlder bodyOne-piece roasted maple neckFingerboard: roasted...

⭐ 4.8/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 563271

$582

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Marcus Miller P5R Alder-4 NT LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Marcus Miller P5R Alder-4 NT LH

by Marcus Miller

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

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Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Sting Ray4 CH Blue LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 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

by Sterling by Music Man

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

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Höfner HCT-500/1L-SB Violin Bass CTLH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 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

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Marcus Miller V6-4 Sandblasted BK LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Marcus Miller V6-4 Sandblasted BK LH

by Marcus Miller

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

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Marcus Miller Z3-4 Sparkle Black LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 5.0/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Marcus Miller Z3-4 Sparkle Black LH

by Marcus Miller

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

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Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LH AWH 2nd Gen - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.8/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LH AWH 2nd Gen

by Marcus Miller

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

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Danelectro 59DC Long Scale Bass LH B - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Danelectro 59DC Long Scale Bass LH B

by Danelectro

Natural Playing Position Comfort Ergonomic Performance

Key Feature:

• Optimal performance and sound

✓ PROS

• Correct pickup and control layout
• Natural playing position for lefties

✗ CONS

• Lower resale value typically
• Usually more expensive than right-handed

Danelectro 59DC Long Scale Bass LH BElectric bassLefthand / lefthand modelType: Semi-HollowPoplar body side and centre...

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 462414

$769

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Danelectro 58 Longhorn Lefthand Bass CB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Danelectro 58 Longhorn Lefthand Bass CB

by Danelectro

Comfort Left-Handed Bass Players Ergonomic Performance

Key Feature:

• Better technique development

✓ PROS

• Better technique development
• Natural playing position for lefties

✗ CONS

• Lower resale value typically
• Limited model selection

Danelectro 58 Longhorn Lefthand Bass CBElectric BassLefthand modelBody: Poplar frame and centre blockMasonite top and...

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 361875

$725

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Marcus Miller P6-4 Sandblasted BK LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Marcus Miller P6-4 Sandblasted BK LH

by Marcus Miller

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

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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.

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Best 4-String Lefthanded Basses Under $800 2025

Marcus Miller V5 24-4 NT LH

Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 VWH LH

Marcus Miller P7 Alder 4 AWH LH 2nd Gen

Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 MLG LH

Marcus Miller Z3-4 Antique White LH

Marcus Miller P5 Alder-4 TS LH

Marcus Miller P5R Alder-4 NT LH

Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Sting Ray4 CH Blue LH

Höfner HCT-500/1L-SB Violin Bass CTLH

Marcus Miller V6-4 Sandblasted BK LH

Marcus Miller Z3-4 Sparkle Black LH

Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LH AWH 2nd Gen

Danelectro 59DC Long Scale Bass LH B

Danelectro 58 Longhorn Lefthand Bass CB

Marcus Miller P6-4 Sandblasted BK LH

How to Choose the Best 4-String Lefthanded Basses

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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