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Best Rickenbacker Alternative Design Guitars 2025

Premium Rickenbacker alternative design guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 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 Modern Design For Unique Style For Progressive Music For Contemporary Players For Innovation For Distinctive Look
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Rickenbacker 360/12 FG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Rickenbacker 360/12 FG

by Rickenbacker
Distinctive Look Contemporary Players Modern Design
Key Feature:
• Often improved ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative and modern design
  • • Conversation starter
✗ CONS
  • • May sacrifice traditional tone
  • • Limited mainstream appeal

Rickenbacker 360/12 FG12-String Electric GuitarThinline Semi Acoustic GuitarBody: MapleSet-in maple neckFretboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 132976
$4,124
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 620 JG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Rickenbacker 620 JG

by Rickenbacker
Modern Design Progressive Music Contemporary Players
Key Feature:
• Contemporary aesthetics
✓ PROS
  • • Unique visual appeal
  • • Innovative and modern design
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Higher cost for unique design

Rickenbacker 620 JGElectric GuitarBody: MapleContinuous maple neck (neck thru body)Fretboard: Caribbean rosewood...

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 176513
$2,749
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 330/12 FG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Rickenbacker 330/12 FG

by Rickenbacker
Modern Design Contemporary Players Unique Style
Key Feature:
• Unique visual appeal
✓ PROS
  • • Conversation starter
  • • Innovative and modern design
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Limited mainstream appeal

Rickenbacker 330/12 FG12-String Electric GuitarStyle: Thinline Semi AcousticBody: MapleSet-in neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 157681
$3,464
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 620 FG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Rickenbacker 620 FG

by Rickenbacker
Modern Design Progressive Music Contemporary Players
Key Feature:
• Often improved ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Unique visual appeal
  • • Contemporary aesthetics
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost for unique design
  • • May not suit traditional players

Rickenbacker 620 FGElectric GuitarMaple bodyMaple neck-thruCaribbean Rosewood (Metopium Brownei) fretboard (with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 169949
$2,749
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 330/12 JG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Rickenbacker 330/12 JG

by Rickenbacker
Modern Design Distinctive Look Contemporary Players
Key Feature:
• Often improved ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Contemporary aesthetics
  • • Innovative and modern design
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost for unique design
  • • May sacrifice traditional tone

Rickenbacker 330/12 JG12-String Electric GuitarStyle: 12-string Thinline semi-acousticBody: MapleSet-in neck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 151553
$3,519
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 330 JG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Rickenbacker 330 JG

by Rickenbacker
Progressive Music Modern Design Innovation
Key Feature:
• Innovative and modern design
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative and modern design
  • • Conversation starter
✗ CONS
  • • Limited mainstream appeal
  • • May sacrifice traditional tone

Rickenbacker 330 JGElectric GuitarBody shape: Thinline semi acousticBody: MapleSet-in neck: MapleFretboard: Unpainted...

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 157679
$2,804
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 360/12 JG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Rickenbacker 360/12 JG

by Rickenbacker
Unique Style Modern Design Progressive Music
Key Feature:
• Often improved ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative and modern design
  • • Conversation starter
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost for unique design
  • • Resale value uncertainty

Rickenbacker 360/12 JGElectric Guitar12-String thinline semi-Acoustic guitarBody: MapleSet-in neck: MapleFretboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 157778
$4,124
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 330 FG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Rickenbacker 330 FG

by Rickenbacker
Progressive Music Unique Style Contemporary Players
Key Feature:
• Often improved ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Contemporary aesthetics
  • • Innovative and modern design
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit traditional players
  • • Limited mainstream appeal

Rickenbacker 330 FGElectric GuitarThinline semi acoustic guitarMaple bodySet-in maple neckUnvarnished Caribbean...

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 132975
$2,804
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 360 FG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Rickenbacker 360 FG

by Rickenbacker
Progressive Music Innovation Modern Design
Key Feature:
• Unique visual appeal
✓ PROS
  • • Unique visual appeal
  • • Innovative and modern design
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • May sacrifice traditional tone

Rickenbacker 360 FGElectric GuitarStyle: Thinline Semi AcousticBody: MapleSet-in neck: MapleFingerboard: unpainted...

⭐ 4.5/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 132977
$3,464
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 325C64 JG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Rickenbacker 325C64 JG

by Rickenbacker
Progressive Music Unique Style Contemporary Players
Key Feature:
• Unique visual appeal
✓ PROS
  • • Unique visual appeal
  • • Often improved ergonomics
✗ CONS
  • • Limited mainstream appeal
  • • Higher cost for unique design

Rickenbacker 325C64 JGElectric GuitarBody: MapleNeck: Mapleset-inFretboard: Urpainted Caribbean Rosewood (Metopium...

⭐ 4.9/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 104347
$4,949
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 360/12 MG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Rickenbacker 360/12 MG

by Rickenbacker
Distinctive Look Innovation Contemporary Players
Key Feature:
• Often improved ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Unique visual appeal
  • • Innovative and modern design
✗ CONS
  • • Limited mainstream appeal
  • • Resale value uncertainty

Rickenbacker 360/12 MGElectric Guitar12-String Thinline SemiAcoustic GuitarMaple bodyGlued maple neckUnvarnished...

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 164452
$4,124
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 330 MG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Rickenbacker 330 MG

by Rickenbacker
Modern Design Progressive Music Unique Style
Key Feature:
• Contemporary aesthetics
✓ PROS
  • • Unique visual appeal
  • • Contemporary aesthetics
✗ CONS
  • • Limited mainstream appeal
  • • May not suit traditional players

Rickenbacker 330 MGElectric GuitarThinline semi acoustic guitarMaple bodySet-in maple neckUnvarnished Caribbean...

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 169944
$2,804
Buy at Thomann View Details
Rickenbacker 360 JG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Rickenbacker 360 JG

by Rickenbacker
Progressive Music Unique Style Contemporary Players
Key Feature:
• Unique visual appeal
✓ PROS
  • • Contemporary aesthetics
  • • Unique visual appeal
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit traditional players
  • • May sacrifice traditional tone

Rickenbacker 360 JGElectric GuitarBuild: Thinline semi-acousticMaple bodySet-in maple neckFretboard: Unvarnished...

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 151542
$3,464
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Alternative Design 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 alternative design 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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