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Best Double Cut Guitars Under $800 2026

Affordable double cut guitars under $800 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: February 11, 2026 • Next update: February 18, 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
Danelectro Fifty Niner Red Top - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Danelectro Fifty Niner Red Top

by Danelectro
Rock Metal Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar work
✓ PROS
  • • Great for lead guitar work
  • • Comfortable playing position
✗ CONS
  • • May lack some single-cut warmth
  • • May not suit all musical styles

Danelectro Fifty Niner Red TopElectric GuitarStyle: Semi-hollow with double cutawaySides and centre block: MapleBody:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 587654
$769
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Larry Carlton Q7 Metallic Green - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Larry Carlton Q7 Metallic Green

by Larry Carlton
Technical Playing Fusion Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar work
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup configurations
  • • Balanced tone and sustain
✗ CONS
  • • Can be more expensive
  • • May not suit all musical styles

Larry Carlton Q7 Metallic GreenElectric GuitarBody: MahoganySet-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard: EbonyWhite pearloid /...

⭐ 5.0/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 610940
$758
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Larry Carlton Q3 Midnight Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Larry Carlton Q3 Midnight Blue

by Larry Carlton
Metal Fusion Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar work
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Great for lead guitar work
✗ CONS
  • • May lack some single-cut warmth
  • • Complex electronics in some models

Larry Carlton Q3 BlueElectric GuitarBody: MahoganySet-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard: RosewoodWhite Pearloid/Abalone...

⭐ 4.5/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 610935
$516
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Larry Carlton Q3 Tobacco Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Larry Carlton Q3 Tobacco Sunburst

by Larry Carlton
Jazz Fusion Technical Playing
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced tone and sustain
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Can be more expensive
  • • Complex electronics in some models

Larry Carlton Q3 Tobacco SunburstElectric GuitarBody: MahoganySet-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard: RosewoodWhite pearloid...

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 610933
$516
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Hagstrom Megin Black Gloss - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Hagstrom Megin Black Gloss

by Hagstrom
Lead Guitar Technical Playing Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar work
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable playing position
  • • Great for lead guitar work
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit all musical styles
  • • Complex electronics in some models

Hagstrom Megin Black GlossElectric GuitarBody: MahoganySet-in neck: MahoganyFingerboard: ResinatorPearloid Hagstrom...

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 600944
$703
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Ibanez AR420-VLS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Ibanez AR420-VLS

by Ibanez
Metal Lead Guitar Fusion
Key Feature:
• Balanced tone and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Balanced tone and sustain
✗ CONS
  • • May lack some single-cut warmth
  • • Weight distribution varies

Ibanez AR420-VLSElectric GuitarBody: OkoumeTop: Flamed mapleNeck: MapleJatoba fretboardScale: 628 mm22 FretsPickup: 2...

⭐ 4.4/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 314352
$659
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Danelectro 59M NOS+ Orange Metalflake - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Danelectro 59M NOS+ Orange Metalflake

by Danelectro
Technical Playing Fusion Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable playing position
  • • Balanced tone and sustain
✗ CONS
  • • Weight distribution varies
  • • Can be more expensive

Danelectro 59M NOS+ Orange MetalflakeElectric GuitarBody shape: Double cutaway short hornFrame and centre block:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 491877
$714
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Ibanez AR420-TBG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Ibanez AR420-TBG

by Ibanez
Metal Rock Jazz
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Great for lead guitar work
  • • Comfortable playing position
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit all musical styles
  • • Complex electronics in some models

Ibanez AR420-TBGElectric GuitarAR Standard seriesBody: okumeTop: curly mapleGlued-in 3-piece neck: mapleFretboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 517768
$725
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Epiphone YUNGBLUD SG Junior CW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Epiphone YUNGBLUD SG Junior CW

by Epiphone
Metal Lead Guitar Rock
Key Feature:
• Comfortable playing position
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable playing position
  • • Versatile pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • May lack some single-cut warmth
  • • Can be more expensive

Epiphone YUNGBLUD SG Junior CWElectric GuitarYUNGBLUD Signature Model - limited to 600 pieces worldwideIG Original...

⭐ 4.6/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 588504
$648
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Guild Polara Blue Steel - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Guild Polara Blue Steel

by Guild
Rock Technical Playing Lead Guitar
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup configurations
  • • Comfortable playing position
✗ CONS
  • • Weight distribution varies
  • • Complex electronics in some models

Guild Polara Blue SteelElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard: RosewoodNickel Guild Peak logoScale: 628...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 580232
$611
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Yamaha Revstar RSE20 Red Copper - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Yamaha Revstar RSE20 Red Copper

by Yamaha
Rock Fusion Jazz
Key Feature:
• Balanced tone and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup configurations
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Can be more expensive
  • • Complex electronics in some models

Yamaha Revstar RSE20 Red CopperElectric GuitarElement seriesBody: MahoganychamberedSet-in 3-piece neck:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 539485
$527
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha Revstar RSE20 Neon Yellow - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Yamaha Revstar RSE20 Neon Yellow

by Yamaha
Rock Technical Playing Lead Guitar
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar work
✓ PROS
  • • Great for lead guitar work
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Complex electronics in some models
  • • May lack some single-cut warmth

Yamaha Revstar RSE20 Neon YellowElectric GuitarElement SeriesChambered body: MahoganySet-in 3-piece mahogany...

⭐ 4.5/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 539487
$503
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Guild Polara Voltage Yellow - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Guild Polara Voltage Yellow

by Guild
Technical Playing Metal Lead Guitar
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced tone and sustain
  • • Versatile pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Can be more expensive
  • • May lack some single-cut warmth

Guild Polara Voltage YellowElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyMahogany neckFingerboard: RosewoodNickel Guild Peak LogoScale:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 580233
$604
Buy at Thomann View Details
PRS SE CE 24 Sandblasted Ltd green - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

PRS SE CE 24 Sandblasted Ltd green

by PRS
Lead Guitar Technical Playing Fusion
Key Feature:
• Balanced tone and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable playing position
  • • Balanced tone and sustain
✗ CONS
  • • May lack some single-cut warmth
  • • Can be more expensive

PRS SE CE 24 Sandblasted Ltd greenElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Swamp ashBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 613031
$692
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G2622T Strml Cb Dc VWT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Gretsch G2622T Strml Cb Dc VWT

by Gretsch
Metal Rock Fusion
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar work
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent upper fret access
  • • Comfortable playing position
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit all musical styles
  • • Can be more expensive

Gretsch G2622T Strml Cb Dc VWTElectric GuitarBody: Maple laminatedNeck: NatoFingerboard: LaurelFingerboard inlays:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 594360
$637
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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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