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Best Acoustic Guitar Amps Under $800 2025

Affordable acoustic guitar amps under $800 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 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 Acoustic Guitar For Vocal Performance For Small Venues For Busking For Coffee Shops For Intimate Settings
BRANDS: Acus AER Fishman Joyo Fender Boss Schertler
Hughes&Kettner ERA 1 black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Hughes&Kettner ERA 1 black

by Hughes&Kettner
Busking Vocal Performance Coffee Shops
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Portable and lightweight design
  • • Natural, transparent sound reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Less versatility than electric guitar amps
  • • Limited power for large venues

Hughes&Kettner ERA 1 blackAcoustic AmplifierFor acoustic guitarclassical guitaraccordionstringskeyboardzither...

⭐ 4.6/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 415879
$713
Buy at Thomann View Details
Boss ACS Acoustic Singer Live - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Boss ACS Acoustic Singer Live

by Boss
Intimate Settings Acoustic Guitar Vocal Performance
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
  • • Built-in effects for acoustic enhancement
✗ CONS
  • • Less versatility than electric guitar amps
  • • Limited power for large venues

Boss ACS Acoustic Singer LiveAmplifier for Acoustic Guitar and Vocals60 W Bi-Amp DesignSpeaker configuration: specially...

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 406164
$644
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender ACOUSTIC 100 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Fender ACOUSTIC 100

by Fender
Busking Intimate Settings Small Venues
Key Feature:
• Built-in effects for acoustic enhancement
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in effects for acoustic enhancement
  • • Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost per watt compared to electric amps
  • • May lack heavy distortion capabilities

Fender ACOUSTIC 100Combo for Acoustic Guitars100 W1x 8" Full-range whizzer cones speaker2 Inputs (jack / XLR...

⭐ 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 405617
$527
Buy at Thomann View Details
Acus Allaround 4 Blackwood - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Acus Allaround 4 Blackwood

by Acus
Vocal Performance Small Venues Coffee Shops
Key Feature:
• Portable and lightweight design
✓ PROS
  • • Natural, transparent sound reproduction
  • • Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost per watt compared to electric amps
  • • Specialized use limits versatility

Acus Allaround 4 BlackwoodCompact 360º Acoustic AmplifierFor naturalfull-range sound dispersionDesigned for acoustic...

⭐ 4.7/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 615531
$692
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Acoustic Junior GO - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Fender Acoustic Junior GO

by Fender
Acoustic Guitar Coffee Shops Busking
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
  • • Portable and lightweight design
✗ CONS
  • • Limited power for large venues
  • • Higher cost per watt compared to electric amps

Fender Acoustic Junior GOBattery Operated Acoustic Amplifier2 ChannelsPower: 100 wattsEquipped with: 1x 8" low...

⭐ 4.4/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 501485
$615
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman Loudbox Mini Charge - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Fishman Loudbox Mini Charge

by Fishman
Acoustic Guitar Vocal Performance Coffee Shops
Key Feature:
• Multiple input channels for guitar and mic
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple input channels for guitar and mic
  • • Natural, transparent sound reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • May lack heavy distortion capabilities
  • • Less versatility than electric guitar amps

Fishman Loudbox Mini ChargeBattery-Powered Acoustic AmplifierEquipped with: 6.5"+ 1" tweeterPower: 60 Watts2...

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 428186
$560
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elite Acoustics A1-8 PB Acoustic Amplifier - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Elite Acoustics A1-8 PB Acoustic Amplifier

by Elite Acoustics
Coffee Shops Acoustic Guitar Intimate Settings
Key Feature:
• Natural, transparent sound reproduction
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in effects for acoustic enhancement
  • • Portable and lightweight design
✗ CONS
  • • Less versatility than electric guitar amps
  • • Limited power for large venues

Elite Acoustics A1-8 PB Acoustic AmplifierBattery-Powered Acoustic AmplifierThree channelsPower: 80 wattsEquipped with:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 618724
$659
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman Loudbox Mini Charge Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Fishman Loudbox Mini Charge Bundle

by Fishman
Coffee Shops Vocal Performance Intimate Settings
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Natural, transparent sound reproduction
  • • Multiple input channels for guitar and mic
✗ CONS
  • • Limited power for large venues
  • • May lack heavy distortion capabilities

Fishman Loudbox Mini Charge Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Fishman Loudbox Mini Charge*Battery-Powered Acoustic...

⭐ 4.9/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 506375
$593
Buy at Thomann View Details
Boss ACS Acoustic Singer Liv Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Boss ACS Acoustic Singer Liv Bundle

by Boss
Acoustic Guitar Vocal Performance Coffee Shops
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Portable and lightweight design
  • • Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized use limits versatility
  • • Limited power for large venues

Boss ACS Acoustic Singer Liv Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Boss ACS Acoustic Singer Live*Amplifier for Acoustic...

⭐ 4.4/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 551874
$756
Buy at Thomann View Details
Acus Oneforstreet 5 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Acus Oneforstreet 5 Black

by Acus
Busking Coffee Shops Vocal Performance
Key Feature:
• Portable and lightweight design
✓ PROS
  • • Portable and lightweight design
  • • Multiple input channels for guitar and mic
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost per watt compared to electric amps
  • • May lack heavy distortion capabilities

Acus One-Street5-BAcoustic AmplifierBattery-powered acoustic combo amplifierCan be operated with the enclosed mains...

⭐ 4.7/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 522532
$717
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elite Acoustics A1-4 Acoustic Amplifier MKII - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Elite Acoustics A1-4 Acoustic Amplifier MKII

by Elite Acoustics
Coffee Shops Vocal Performance Busking
Key Feature:
• Multiple input channels for guitar and mic
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple input channels for guitar and mic
  • • Portable and lightweight design
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized use limits versatility
  • • May lack heavy distortion capabilities

Elite Acoustics A1-4 MK II Acoustic AmplifierBattery-Powered Acoustic AmplifierMKII version with more powerimproved...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 413227
$527
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha THR30IIA Wireless Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Yamaha THR30IIA Wireless Bundle

by Yamaha
Coffee Shops Intimate Settings Vocal Performance
Key Feature:
• Multiple input channels for guitar and mic
✓ PROS
  • • Natural, transparent sound reproduction
  • • Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized use limits versatility
  • • Higher cost per watt compared to electric amps

Yamaha THR30IIA Wireless Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Yamaha THR30IIA Wireless*Acoustic Amplifier*Battery operated...

⭐ 4.9/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 562399
$747
Buy at Thomann View Details
Acus Allaround 4 Cherrywood - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Acus Allaround 4 Cherrywood

by Acus
Vocal Performance Busking Intimate Settings
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in effects for acoustic enhancement
  • • Designed specifically for acoustic instruments
✗ CONS
  • • May lack heavy distortion capabilities
  • • Limited power for large venues

Acus AllAround 4 WoodAcoustic Amplifier360-Degree audio dispersionRoom-filling sound3D bass reflex2 Operating options...

⭐ 4.7/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 564101
$637
Buy at Thomann View Details
TC-Helicon Harmony V100 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

TC-Helicon Harmony V100

by TC-Helicon
Small Venues Vocal Performance Coffee Shops
Key Feature:
• Natural, transparent sound reproduction
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in effects for acoustic enhancement
  • • Natural, transparent sound reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Limited power for large venues
  • • Specialized use limits versatility

TC-Helicon Harmony V100Acoustic Amplifier2-Channel100 Watt10" Tannoy speakers and tweeterBuilt-in looperHarmony...

⭐ 5.0/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 500760
$598
Buy at Thomann View Details
Acus Oneforstreet 5 Cherrywood - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Acus Oneforstreet 5 Cherrywood

by Acus
Acoustic Guitar Small Venues Vocal Performance
Key Feature:
• Portable and lightweight design
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in effects for acoustic enhancement
  • • Portable and lightweight design
✗ CONS
  • • Less versatility than electric guitar amps
  • • Specialized use limits versatility

Acus Oneforstreet 5 CherrywoodBattery-Powered Acoustic AmplifierFor Guitar and VocalsPower: 40 wattsTwo channels + aux...

⭐ 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 522519
$743
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Acoustic Guitar Amps

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 acoustic guitar amps 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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