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Best Baritone Guitars Under $2,000 2025

Affordable baritone guitars under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $800 Under $2,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Metal For Post-Rock For Alternative For Experimental For Heavy Rock For Ambient
BRANDS: Harley Benton Danelectro ESP Reverend
Reverend Descent W Baritone TWH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Reverend Descent W Baritone TWH

by Reverend
Ambient Alternative Heavy Rock
Key Feature:
• Unique sonic character
✓ PROS
  • • Unique sonic character
  • • Perfect for heavy genres
✗ CONS
  • • Limited high-end brightness
  • • Different playing feel

Reverend Descent W Baritone TWHBaritone Electric GuitarBody: KorinaBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 603301
$1,264
Buy at Thomann View Details
Hagstrom Tremar Viking Baritone Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Hagstrom Tremar Viking Baritone Black

by Hagstrom
Heavy Rock Ambient Experimental
Key Feature:
• Perfect for heavy genres
✓ PROS
  • • Unique sonic character
  • • Great for drop tunings
✗ CONS
  • • Different playing feel
  • • Limited high-end brightness

Hagstrom Tremar Viking Baritone BlackElectric GuitarType: Semi-hollow double cutaway5-Piece body: Canadian flamed...

⭐ 4.8/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 614264
$1,077
Buy at Thomann View Details
Danelectro 66BT Transparent Red - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Danelectro 66BT Transparent Red

by Danelectro
Experimental Alternative Heavy Rock
Key Feature:
• Perfect for heavy genres
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain
  • • Deep, rich low-end tone
✗ CONS
  • • Less versatile than standard guitars
  • • Requires heavier string gauges

Danelectro 66BT Transparent RedBaritone Electric GuitarConstruction: Semi-hollow body with centre block and reversed...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 618371
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Solar Guitars V2.6FBB Baritone Flame Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Solar Guitars V2.6FBB Baritone Flame Black

by Solar Guitars
Post-Rock Ambient Alternative
Key Feature:
• Great for drop tunings
✓ PROS
  • • Unique sonic character
  • • Excellent sustain
✗ CONS
  • • Requires heavier string gauges
  • • May need setup adjustments

Solar Guitars V2.6FBB Baritone Flame BlackBaritone Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: flamed maple veneerNeck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 540604
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schecter Hellraiser C-VI BCH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Schecter Hellraiser C-VI BCH

by Schecter
Heavy Rock Post-Rock Alternative
Key Feature:
• Unique sonic character
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain
  • • Unique sonic character
✗ CONS
  • • Less versatile than standard guitars
  • • Limited high-end brightness

Schecter Hellraiser C-VI BCHBaritone Electric GuitarMahogany body3-Piece mahogany neck with carbon...

⭐ 4.5/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 546759
$1,594
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD EX-7 Baritone Black Metal - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

ESP LTD EX-7 Baritone Black Metal

by ESP
Post-Rock Experimental Metal
Key Feature:
• Great for drop tunings
✓ PROS
  • • Unique sonic character
  • • Deep, rich low-end tone
✗ CONS
  • • May need setup adjustments
  • • Requires heavier string gauges

ESP LTD EX-7 Baritone Black Metal7-String EX-Style Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)Neck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 536103
$1,374
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD SN-1007 Baritone HT BK Bl - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

ESP LTD SN-1007 Baritone HT BK Bl

by ESP
Heavy Rock Post-Rock Ambient
Key Feature:
• Deep, rich low-end tone
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for heavy genres
  • • Excellent sustain
✗ CONS
  • • Requires heavier string gauges
  • • May need setup adjustments

ESP LTD SN-1007 Baritone HT BK Bl7-String Baritone Electric GuitarBody: Swamp AshBolt-on 5-piece neck: Roasted maple...

⭐ 4.6/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 535796
$1,832
Buy at Thomann View Details
Reverend Descent RA Baritone PB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Reverend Descent RA Baritone PB

by Reverend
Metal Heavy Rock Ambient
Key Feature:
• Perfect for heavy genres
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, rich low-end tone
  • • Perfect for heavy genres
✗ CONS
  • • Limited high-end brightness
  • • Requires heavier string gauges

Reverend Descent RA Baritone PBElectric GuitarBody: KorinaBolt-on neck: roasted mapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot...

⭐ 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 592131
$1,319
Buy at Thomann View Details
Reverend Descent RA Baritone AG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Reverend Descent RA Baritone AG

by Reverend
Experimental Heavy Rock Post-Rock
Key Feature:
• Deep, rich low-end tone
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain
  • • Unique sonic character
✗ CONS
  • • May need setup adjustments
  • • Limited high-end brightness

Reverend Descent RA Baritone AGBaritone Electric GuitarBody: KorinaBolt-on neck: roasted mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 592129
$1,319
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone CHMS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone CHMS

by ESP
Post-Rock Alternative Ambient
Key Feature:
• Great for drop tunings
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain
  • • Great for drop tunings
✗ CONS
  • • Limited high-end brightness
  • • Less versatile than standard guitars

ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone CHMSBaritone Electric GuitarBody: MahoganySet-in neck: MahoganyFretboard: Macassar EbonyNeck...

⭐ 4.9/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 535944
$1,594
Buy at Thomann View Details
Danelectro 66BT Blue Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Danelectro 66BT Blue Burst

by Danelectro
Post-Rock Alternative Metal
Key Feature:
• Perfect for heavy genres
✓ PROS
  • • Great for drop tunings
  • • Perfect for heavy genres
✗ CONS
  • • Different playing feel
  • • Less versatile than standard guitars

Danelectro 66BT Blue BurstBaritone guitarBody shape: Reversed double cutaway off-set hornSemi-hollow body with center...

⭐ 4.8/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 461950
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Reverend Descent W Baritone MBK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Reverend Descent W Baritone MBK

by Reverend
Metal Alternative Post-Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, rich low-end tone
  • • Great for drop tunings
✗ CONS
  • • Requires heavier string gauges
  • • May need setup adjustments

Reverend Descent W Baritone MBKBaritone Electric GuitarBody: KorinaBolt-on neck: roasted mapleFingerboard: roasted...

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 595553
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Reverend Descent RA Baritone MBK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Reverend Descent RA Baritone MBK

by Reverend
Ambient Heavy Rock Experimental
Key Feature:
• Perfect for heavy genres
✓ PROS
  • • Great for drop tunings
  • • Unique sonic character
✗ CONS
  • • May need setup adjustments
  • • Limited high-end brightness

Reverend Descent RA Baritone MBKElectric GuitarBody: KorinaNeck: Roasted mapleFretboard: Roasted mapleNeck attachment:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 466590
$1,297
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD BB-600 Baritone Signature - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

ESP LTD BB-600 Baritone Signature

by ESP
Ambient Heavy Rock Alternative
Key Feature:
• Perfect for heavy genres
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for heavy genres
  • • Deep, rich low-end tone
✗ CONS
  • • Requires heavier string gauges
  • • Different playing feel

ESP LTD BB-600 Baritone SignatureBaritone Electric GuitarBen Burnley (Breaking Benjamin) Signature ModelBody:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 603807
$1,979
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Baritone 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 baritone 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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