AudioFu Chart · November 2026
Best Double Cut Guitars for Intermediate 2026
The top pick is Yamaha Revstar II Standard RSS20 ($795). Yamaha Revstar II RSE20 gives you the most for the money at $535. Gibson Les Paul Junior Double Cut leads the high end. Ranked by the AudioFu Index from 146 models across 19 brands, prices checked every night.
Last updated: November 8, 2026
Top 10
Full detail for the 10 highest AudioFu Index scores. Every other model is listed below.
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Yamaha Revstar II Standard RSS20
Revstar RSS20 Flash Green · Yamaha
175 for sale on Reverb7 finishes at Thomann
- Nut width41.9 mm (1.65")
- Scale629 mm (24.76")
- Fingerboard radius305 mm (12.01")
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
You get a double cut electric guitar with a chambered mahogany body, a maple top, and two AlNiCo 5 humbuckers. The 5-way switch and push/pull master tone control give you a few ways to shape your sound without much fuss. It suits you if you want a classic-style electric with a Tune-O-Matic bridge and a 24.76-inch scale.
Pros
- Chambered mahogany body with a maple top, built for a lighter feel
- Three-piece mahogany set neck with carbon reinforcement for added neck support
- Two VH5 AlNiCo 5 humbuckers with a 5-way switch for different pickup combinations
Cons
- Master volume and master tone only, with no individual pickup controls
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Index↓ 4.9%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$836 · Aug 17$795 now$795€712 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Nut width42.9 mm (1.69")
- Scale635 mm (25")
- Frets22 frets
- Fingerboard radius254 mm (10")
- BodyAsh body
You get a Swamp Ash body, a bolt-on maple neck, and three pickups with a 3-way switch and push/pull coil split. This guitar suits you if you want a double cut electric with a tremolo and a wide, thin neck. It comes with a gig bag, so it is ready to take along.
Pros
- Swamp Ash body gives this guitar a lightweight wood base
- Maple bolt-on neck with a maple fingerboard and Birds inlays
- Three pickups with a 3-way toggle switch offer several pickup combinations
Cons
- Comes with a PRS tremolo, so it is not a hardtail for locked-in tuning
- Wide Thin neck with a 42.9 mm nut width may feel large for small hands
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$840 now$840€752 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Yamaha Revstar II Standard RSS02T
Revstar RSS02T Fired Red · Yamaha
166 for sale on Reverb7 finishes at Thomann
- Nut width41.9 mm (1.65")
- Scale629 mm (24.76")
- Fingerboard radius305 mm (12.01")
You get a double cut electric with a chambered mahogany body, maple top, and two P90 pickups. It suits you if you want a classic rock or punk style guitar with a 24.76" scale and a 12" fingerboard radius. It comes with a deluxe gig bag, so you can start playing right away.
Pros
- Chambered mahogany body with a maple top adds a lighter build with a carved-top look
- Two P90 Alnico 5 single coil pickups paired with a 5-way pickup switch
- Three-piece mahogany set neck with carbon reinforcement adds stability
Cons
- One master volume and one master tone control cover both pickups
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Index↓ 3.8%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$892 · Aug 17$859 now$859€769 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Nut width42.9 mm (1.69")
- Scale625 mm (24.61")
- Frets22 frets
- Fingerboard radius254 mm (10")
- BodyMahogany body
This is a double cut electric with a mahogany body, a maple top with flamed veneer, and two PRS humbuckers. It suits you if you want a classic vintage look, a 22-fret rosewood neck, and a gig bag included in the box.
Pros
- Mahogany body with a maple top and flamed maple veneer for a classic double cut look
- Two PRS 58/15 LT S humbuckers give you two pickups to choose from
- Mahogany glued-in neck in Pattern Vintage profile with a rosewood fingerboard and bird inlays
Cons
- Only one three-way switch and two tone controls with push/pull function
80AudioFu
Index↓ 1.6%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$972 · Aug 17$957 now$957€857 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
PRS SE Custom 24 Electric Guitar
SE Custom 24 Quilt TB · PRS
221 for sale on Reverb3 finishes at Thomann
- Scale635 mm (25")
- Frets24 frets
- BodyMahogany body
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
You get a double cut electric guitar with a mahogany body, a maple top with quilted maple veneer, and a maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard. It has two humbucker pickups, a volume control, a tone control with push/pull, a 3-way switch, and a PRS tremolo. It suits you if you want a versatile electric with a tremolo and a gig bag in the box.
Pros
- Mahogany body with a maple arch top and quilted maple veneer
- 85/15 S Treble and Bass humbucker pickups
- Maple neck with a wide thin profile and rosewood fingerboard
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Index↓ 2.1%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$991 · Aug 17$970 now$970€869 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Nut width42.9 mm (1.69")
- Scale635 mm (25")
- Frets24 frets
- Fingerboard radius254 mm (10")
- BodyMahogany body
This guitar feels great in hand with a comfortable neck and a warm, bright tone from its solid wood body. It suits players who want a premium feel but don't need extra knobs to change sounds. Great for gigs where you just need a clean, reliable voice.
Pros
- Solid mahogany body with flame maple top for warmth
- Wide thin neck profile fits large hands well
- Rosewood fingerboard offers smooth playability
Cons
- Limited to two volume and one tone control
- Coil split switches are small and hard to reach
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IndexStableno change since Sep 17Sep 17$1,060 now$1,060€949 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Gibson Les Paul Junior Double Cut
LP Junior Double Cut Ebony · Gibson
90 for sale on Reverb3 finishes at Thomann
- Nut width42.9 mm (1.69")
- Scale629 mm (24.76")
- Frets22 frets
- BodyMahogany body
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
This guitar feels like a classic, built from solid mahogany with a smooth rosewood neck. The vintage P90 pickup gives a loud, gritty sound that cuts through a mix. It is perfect for players who want a simple, authentic rock tone without extra electronics.
Pros
- Rich mahogany body offers warm, natural resonance.
- Slim Taper neck provides easy playability for all hands.
- Authentic vintage P90 single coil delivers raw bite.
Cons
- No preamp output for direct recording.
- Single volume and tone controls limit shaping.
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$1,612 now$1,612€1,444 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Nut width42.9 mm (1.69")
- Scale635 mm (25")
- Frets24 frets
- Fingerboard radius254 mm (10")
- BodyMahogany body
This SE CE 24 BU is a seriously impressive guitar for the money. It’s a great ST-style platform with a warmer, richer tone thanks to the mahogany body and those surprisingly versatile 85/15 pickups. It's perfect for gigging musicians or players looking for a well-built, reliable instrument without a premium price tag.
Pros
- Mahogany body delivers warmth and sustain, a noticeable improvement over alder.
- 85/15 pickups offer versatile tones, surprisingly articulate for the price.
- Wide-thin neck profile is comfortable for various hand sizes and playing styles.
Cons
- Mahogany body can be a bit heavier than some players prefer, impacting longer playing sessions.
- Rosewood fingerboard may feel a bit dry; conditioning is recommended for optimal feel.
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$758 now$758€679 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Nut width43 mm (1.69")
- Scale629 mm (24.76")
- Frets22 frets
- BodyMahogany body
- FingerboardEbony fingerboard
This Epiphone SG Custom EB is a seriously solid instrument for the price. The mahogany body and ebony board combo gives it a really warm, articulate tone that's great for classic rock, blues, and even some heavier styles. It's a great entry point into the Gibson SG aesthetic and feel.
Pros
- Mahogany body delivers warm sustain and a rich, focused tone.
- Ebony fingerboard offers exceptional smoothness and note definition.
- CTS potentiometers provide reliable and responsive volume/tone control.
Cons
- The all-mahogany construction can make it a bit heavier than some players prefer.
- The ProBucker pickups, while good, lack the nuanced complexity of higher-end Gibson pickups.
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Index↓ 9.1%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$736 · Aug 17$669 now$669€599 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Nut width41.9 mm (1.65")
- Scale629 mm (24.76")
- Frets22 frets
- Fingerboard radius305 mm (12.01")
- BodyMahogany body
You get a double cut electric guitar with a chambered mahogany body and two AlNiCo 5 humbuckers. The push/pull tone knob adds a dry high-pass filter, which gives you a second sound to reach for. It suits you if you want a light electric with a standard 24.76 inch scale and a simple set of controls.
Pros
- Chambered mahogany body keeps the guitar lighter than a solid-body build
- VH3b and VH3n AlNiCo 5 humbuckers give you a bridge and neck pickup pair
- Push/pull master tone control switches in a dry high-pass filter for a second sound
Cons
- The 3-way switch with one master volume and one master tone limits separate pickup control
80AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$535 now$535€479 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗
All 146 double cut guitars
Same index, same nightly prices — compact. Colour options of one model share a row. Tap a photo to zoom.
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PRS Custom 24 10-TopSE DGT Gold Top · PRS69↓ 1.0%$859€769$859€769Check ↗
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PRS Mark Holcomb SignatureSE Mark Holcomb SVN HL · PRS · 2 finishes69Stable$1,395€1,249$1,395€1,249Check ↗
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PRS SE Floyd Custom 24SE Custom 24 Floyd Charcoal CB · PRS68↓ 14.5%$1,240€1,111$1,240€1,111Check ↗
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Gretsch G2622 Streamliner Center Block Double-Cut with V-StoptailG2622T STRML CB ARCTC · Gretsch64Stable$646€579$646€579Check ↗
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Yamaha RS02CB Chris Buck Signature RevstarChris Buck RS02CB Honey Gold · Yamaha62Stable$1,339€1,199$1,339€1,199Check ↗
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Guild Newark St. Collection Kim Thayil Signature PolaraPolara Kim Thayil VWG · Guild · 2 finishes60Stable$1,004€899$1,004€899Check ↗
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PRS SE A60E AngelusSE DGT Tobacco Sunburst · PRS59↓ 1.7%$853€764$853€764Check ↗
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Danelectro '59M NOS Double Cutaway59 XT Black · Danelectro · 2 finishes58Stable$814€729$814€729Check ↗
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Larry Carlton Q7 Metallic GreenLarry Carlton · 5 finishes57Stable$669€599$669€599Check ↗
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Ibanez AR420 ArtistAR420-BMG · Ibanez · 2 finishes57Stable$769€689$769€689Check ↗
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PRS CE-24 Standard SatinSE CE 24 Standard Satin IN · PRS · 4 finishes61Stable$557€499$557€499Check ↗
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Guild Polara Deluxe KWGGuild · 3 finishes52Stable$859€769$859€769Check ↗
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ESP LTD Viper 1000 Vintage BlackESP52↓ 44.5%$1,115€999$1,115€999Check ↗
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Danelectro 59X1259X Black · Danelectro · 2 finishes51↑ 1.6%$725€649$725€649Check ↗
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PRS SE Pauls Guitar Slate BluePRS51↓ 13.9%$1,037€929$1,037€929Check ↗
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Epiphone IGC 1960 LP Special DC R CREpiphone · 2 finishes51↓ 4.8%$1,115€999$1,115€999Check ↗
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Gibson LP Special Double Cut VCGibson51↓ 15.0%$1,612€1,444$1,612€1,444Check ↗
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Epiphone SG Custom Futura Nitro ShiftEpiphone50↓ 15.8%$892€799$892€799Check ↗
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PRS SE 277 Charcoal BurstPRS50↓ 11.1%$991€888$991€888Check ↗
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Epiphone 1960 Les Paul Special DC TVYEpiphone50↓ 6.0%$1,048€939$1,048€939Check ↗
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PRS SE CE 24 Slate BluePRS49Stable$758€679$758€679Check ↗
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Epiphone SG Custom Futura M Ember ShiftEpiphone49↓ 13.4%$882€790$882€790Check ↗
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Epiphone Prophecy Victory FR AS SatinEpiphone · 2 finishes49Stable$1,517€1,359$1,517€1,359Check ↗
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Gretsch G5232T EMTC Double Jet CGRNGretsch · 2 finishes49Stable$668€598$668€598Check ↗
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Epiphone SG Standard Cherry IBGEpiphone · 2 finishes51Stable$635€569$635€569Check ↗
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Epiphone Fatoumata Diawara Signature SG StandardFatoumata Diawara SG · Epiphone49↓ 9.2%$658€589$658€589Check ↗
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Danelectro Dan O. Cool GreenDanelectro · 3 finishes48↓ 3.0%$725€649$725€649Check ↗
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ESP LTD Volsung-200LTD Volsung 200 Black Satin · ESP48Stable$780€699$780€699Check ↗
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Ibanez AR320 Artist StandardAR320-MBM · Ibanez50Stable$642€575$642€575Check ↗
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Gretsch Streamliner Jet Club BassStreamliner CVT JBK · Gretsch · 3 finishes76↓ 3.5%$312€279$312€279Check ↗
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Danelectro Dan O. Mano SilverDanelectro · 2 finishes47↓ 7.7%$669€599$669€599Check ↗
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Danelectro 59M NOS+ Metalflake 60th Anniversary59M NOS+ Orange Metalflake · Danelectro47↓ 2.3%$708€634$708€634Check ↗
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Hagstrom Megin Aged Sky BlueHagstrom · 2 finishes46↓ 4.8%$669€599$669€599Check ↗
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Reverend Sensei H90Sensei H90 MCH · Reverend46Stable$1,240€1,111$1,240€1,111Check ↗
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Ibanez AR625FMSP Artist StandardAR625FMSP-CML · Ibanez45Stable$914€819$914€819Check ↗
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PRS SE Custom 24 Slate BluePRS45Stable$1,004€899$1,004€899Check ↗
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PRS SE Pauls Guitar Teal BlackPRS45Stable$1,227€1,099$1,227€1,099Check ↗
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Epiphone Prophecy SG OSSEpiphone45Stable$1,517€1,359$1,517€1,359Check ↗
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Epiphone Prophecy SG Crimson Fog SatinEpiphone45Stable$1,517€1,359$1,517€1,359Check ↗
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Epiphone Les Paul Special DC TV YellowEpiphone · 2 finishes57↓ 14.3%$514€460$514€460Check ↗
Double Cut Guitars by the numbers
Measured across all 245 models we track, not a sample.
Median $948 — half of all double cut guitars here cost less.
median of 166 models · 41.9 mm (1.65")–43 mm (1.69")
median of 222 models · 625 mm (24.61")–648 mm (25.51")
median of 171 models · 21–24
median of 117 models · 254 mm (10")–350 mm (13.78")
How to choose the best double cut guitars
Playability (Neck Profile & Action)
An intermediate player needs a neck profile that's comfortable for longer sessions - something not too chunky, not too thin. Low action is crucial; fighting high frets will kill your progress and enjoyment. We're looking for a setup that allows for fluid transitions and decent bending without buzzing.
Pickup Voicing & Versatility
You're starting to experiment with different tones. Humbuckers offer that thick, warm breakup for rock and blues, while single-coils provide more clarity and articulation for cleaner tones or funk. A good double cut at this level should offer a decent range of sounds without needing to swap pickups.
Hardware Quality (Tuners & Bridge)
Cheap tuners are a nightmare - constant retuning mid-song is a momentum killer. A stable bridge, whether it's a hardtail or tremolo, is essential for maintaining intonation, especially as you start experimenting with vibrato and dive bombs.
Body Wood & Construction
Mahogany offers warmth and sustain, alder is a versatile all-rounder, and basswood can be lightweight and resonant. The construction - set neck vs. bolt-on - impacts sustain and upper-midrange clarity. While exotic woods sound amazing, for this price point, solid construction is more important than fancy tonewoods.
Overall Ergonomics & Comfort
This isn't just about how it looks. A guitar that's uncomfortable to play will hold you back. Consider the body contours, neck joint, and overall balance. Does it sit comfortably on your lap? Can you reach the higher frets without straining?
Buying guide
So, you're past the beginner stage, comfortable with basic chords and scales, and itching for a double cut guitar that'll actually inspire you to push your playing. It's a sweet spot, this intermediate level - you're not a total novice, but you haven't developed the ear and muscle memory of a pro. This isn't about flashy shred machines; it's about finding a workhorse that'll grow with you, from bedroom practice to that first real gig. Let's find you a double cut that'll do the job.
Don't chase the looks - focus on feel. A guitar that's easy to play will make you a better player, period. Many cheaper models cut corners on the fretwork - check for sharp edges and uneven frets.
A decent setup from a tech can make a huge difference, so factor that into the cost. You're looking for a balance of features, playability, and build quality that won't break the bank but won't leave you frustrated either.
How the AudioFu Index works
Five measured signals and nothing else — no stars from strangers, no “tested by experts” we didn’t do. The weights are fixed and public. We don’t play these instruments; we measure the market around them.
This chart covers 245 double cut guitars from the Thomann catalogue. Before you buy, read hands-on reviews and, where you can, play it. Full methodology.
AudioFu earns a commission when you buy through our Thomann links. It never changes the order — the index does.
- Demand40%
How many of this exact model are for sale on Reverb right now — what musicians actually buy and resell.
- Lineup20%
How many finishes Thomann stocks — makers expand the models that sell.
- Price15%
Where the price has moved since we started tracking in August.
- Specs15%
How completely the maker documents it.
- Maker10%
How deep the brand’s range is in this category.
Questions
What's the difference between a set neck and a bolt-on neck?
Set necks generally offer better sustain and a smoother feel due to increased wood contact, but they're more expensive to manufacture. Bolt-on necks are easier to replace and often found on more affordable guitars.
I'm hearing a lot about 'neck profiles.' What does that even mean?
It's the shape of the back of the neck. Thicker 'C' shapes are classic and comfortable, 'D' shapes are a bit flatter, and 'V' shapes offer a vintage feel. It's highly personal - try before you buy if possible.
Should I get a tremolo system or a hardtail bridge?
Tremolos (vibrato systems) allow you to bend notes up or down, but they can be less stable and require more frequent setup. Hardtail bridges are more stable and offer better sustain - a solid choice for a gigging intermediate player.
What's a 'good' pickup voicing for a versatile guitar?
A humbucker in the bridge position provides a good balance of power and warmth for rock and blues. A single-coil in the neck position offers a brighter, more articulate tone for cleaner sounds. Look for pickups that aren't overly scooped or harsh.
My guitar buzzes a little. Is that normal?
A tiny bit of buzz is often normal, especially on the higher frets. However, excessive buzzing indicates a problem with the setup - frets, action, or neck relief. Get it checked out by a qualified tech.
