Best Double Cut Guitars for Professional 2026

Perfect double cut guitars for professional - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

PRICE RANGES: 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 Rock For Metal For Jazz For Fusion For Lead Guitar For Technical Playing

BRANDS: PRS Gibson Epiphone Harley Benton Yamaha Larry Carlton Gretsch Guild Danelectro ESP Hagstrom Maybach

Gibson SG Standard 64 Maestro TV BG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Gibson SG Standard 64 Maestro TV BG

by Gibson

Rock Lead Guitar Fusion

Key Feature:

• Excellent upper fret access

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar work
• Comfortable playing position

✗ CONS

• Complex electronics in some models
• Weight distribution varies

Gibson SG Standard 64 Maestro TV BGElectric GuitarCustom Shop modelOne-piece body: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 617063

$5,829

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Gretsch EMTC CVT HVNA BRST - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Gretsch EMTC CVT HVNA BRST

by Gretsch

Fusion Metal Jazz

Key Feature:

• Comfortable playing position

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar work
• Comfortable playing position

✗ CONS

• Can be more expensive
• Complex electronics in some models

Gretsch EMTC CVT HVNA BRSTElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyBolt-on neck: MahoganyFingerboard: LaurelFingerboard inlays:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 619944

$648

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PRS SE McCarty 594 Laurel Burl LTD - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

PRS SE McCarty 594 Laurel Burl LTD

by PRS

Metal Jazz Lead Guitar

Key Feature:

• Comfortable playing position

✓ PROS

• Comfortable playing position
• Excellent upper fret access

✗ CONS

• May not suit all musical styles
• Complex electronics in some models

PRS SE McCarty 594 Laruel Burl LTDElectric GuitarLimited edition of 500 pieces worldwideBody: MahoganyTop: Maple with...

⭐ 4.9/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 612818

$1,319

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PRS Modern Eagle V CH 10 Top - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

PRS Modern Eagle V CH 10 Top

by PRS

Metal Lead Guitar Jazz

Key Feature:

• Balanced tone and sustain

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar work
• Versatile pickup configurations

✗ CONS

• May lack some single-cut warmth
• Complex electronics in some models

PRS Modern Eagle V CH 10 TopElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: 10 Top mapleSet-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 601635

$7,039

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PRS SE CE 24 Standard Satin IN - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

PRS SE CE 24 Standard Satin IN

by PRS

Lead Guitar Metal Technical Playing

Key Feature:

• Excellent upper fret access

✓ PROS

• Versatile pickup configurations
• Comfortable playing position

✗ CONS

• May lack some single-cut warmth
• May not suit all musical styles

PRS SE CE 24 Standard Satin INElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodBirds fingerboard...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 601454

$637

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PRS Studio Wood Library River Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

PRS Studio Wood Library River Blue

by PRS

Fusion Lead Guitar Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar work

✓ PROS

• Comfortable playing position
• Excellent upper fret access

✗ CONS

• Can be more expensive
• May not suit all musical styles

PRS Studio Wood Library River BlueElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Wood Library flamed mapleSet-in neck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 601637

$6,599

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Gretsch EMTC CVT VWT - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Gretsch EMTC CVT VWT

by Gretsch

Technical Playing Jazz Metal

Key Feature:

• Balanced tone and sustain

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar work
• Balanced tone and sustain

✗ CONS

• Can be more expensive
• May lack some single-cut warmth

Gretsch EMTC CVT VWTElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyBolt-on neck: MahoganyFingerboard: LaurelPearloid Neo-Classic...

⭐ 4.5/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 619947

$648

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Music Man Valentine HH Ivory White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Music Man Valentine HH Ivory White

by Music Man

Lead Guitar Metal Technical Playing

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar work

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar work
• Comfortable playing position

✗ CONS

• Complex electronics in some models
• May lack some single-cut warmth

Music Man Valentine HH Ivory WhiteElectric GuitarBody: AshBolt-on neck: Roasted flamed mapleFingerboard: Roasted flamed...

⭐ 4.6/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 605714

$3,519

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Reverend Reeves Gabrels Dirtbike Roy FG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Reverend Reeves Gabrels Dirtbike Roy FG

by Reverend

Metal Lead Guitar Jazz

Key Feature:

• Comfortable playing position

✓ PROS

• Versatile pickup configurations
• Balanced tone and sustain

✗ CONS

• May lack some single-cut warmth
• Complex electronics in some models

Reverend Reeves Gabrels Dirtbike Roy FGElectric GuitarBody: KorinaSet-in neck: KorinaFingerboard: EbonyWhite dot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 614340

$1,319

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Gibson SG Custom LH Pelham Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson SG Custom LH Pelham Blue

by Gibson

Fusion Lead Guitar Metal

Key Feature:

• Versatile pickup configurations

✓ PROS

• Comfortable playing position
• Balanced tone and sustain

✗ CONS

• Weight distribution varies
• May lack some single-cut warmth

Gibson SG Custom LH Pelham BlueElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelCustom Shop modelBody: MahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 620735

$5,829

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Maybach Lester Jr '59 Double Cut SP VW - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Maybach Lester Jr '59 Double Cut SP VW

by Maybach

Fusion Technical Playing Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar work

✓ PROS

• Comfortable playing position
• Excellent upper fret access

✗ CONS

• May not suit all musical styles
• Weight distribution varies

Maybach Lester Jr '59 Double Cut SP VWElectric GuitarBoyd: MahoganySet-in neck: Solid mahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 607211

$2,419

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Epiphone SG Standard Cherry - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Epiphone SG Standard Cherry

by Epiphone

Lead Guitar Metal Fusion

Key Feature:

• Versatile pickup configurations

✓ PROS

• Comfortable playing position
• Excellent upper fret access

✗ CONS

• Complex electronics in some models
• Weight distribution varies

Epiphone SG Standard CherryElectric GuitarInspired by Gibson CollectionBody: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard: Indian...

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 608307

$659

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Epiphone SG Custom EB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.4/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Epiphone SG Custom EB

by Epiphone

Lead Guitar Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Comfortable playing position

✓ PROS

• Comfortable playing position
• Balanced tone and sustain

✗ CONS

• Complex electronics in some models
• Can be more expensive

Epiphone SG Custom EBElectric GuitarInspired by Gibson CollectionBody: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard: EbonyPearloid...

⭐ 4.4/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 608300

$725

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Gibson 64 SG Std Maestro Metalic Plum - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.4/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Gibson 64 SG Std Maestro Metalic Plum

by Gibson

Technical Playing Lead Guitar Metal

Key Feature:

• Versatile pickup configurations

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar work
• Balanced tone and sustain

✗ CONS

• Complex electronics in some models
• May lack some single-cut warmth

Gibson 64 SG Std Maestro Metalic PlumElectric GuitarDealer Select Run for Europe - limited to 10 piecesBody:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 620718

$5,939

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Music Man Valentine Trans Buttermilk - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Music Man Valentine Trans Buttermilk

by Music Man

Technical Playing Rock Fusion

Key Feature:

• Comfortable playing position

✓ PROS

• Balanced tone and sustain
• Comfortable playing position

✗ CONS

• Weight distribution varies
• Complex electronics in some models

Music Man Valentine Trans ButtermilkElectric GuitarBody: AshBolt-on neck: Roasted flamed mapleFingerboard: Roasted...

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 605710

$3,628

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How to Choose the Best Double Cut 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 double cut 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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PRS Modern Eagle V CH 10 Top

PRS SE CE 24 Standard Satin IN

PRS Studio Wood Library River Blue

Gretsch EMTC CVT VWT

Music Man Valentine HH Ivory White

Reverend Reeves Gabrels Dirtbike Roy FG

Gibson SG Custom LH Pelham Blue

Maybach Lester Jr '59 Double Cut SP VW

Epiphone SG Standard Cherry

Epiphone SG Custom EB

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Music Man Valentine Trans Buttermilk

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