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AudioFu Chart · November 2026

Best Jazz Guitars for Blues 2026

The top pick is Ibanez GB10 George Benson Signature ($797). Ibanez AF55 Artcore gives you the most for the money at $418. Ibanez PM200 Pat Metheny Signature leads the high end. Ranked by the AudioFu Index from 38 models across 10 brands, prices checked every night.

Last updated: November 8, 2026

38models in this chart
10brands
$1,334median price
14price drops since Aug

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Top 10

Full detail for the 10 highest AudioFu Index scores. Every other model is listed below.

  1. Ibanez GB10 George Benson Signature

    GB10EM-AA · Ibanez

    35 for sale on Reverb5 finishes at Thomann

    • Nut width43 mm (1.69")
    • Scale628 mm (24.72")
    • BodyBasswood body

    This is a hollow body electric guitar with two humbucker pickups, a three-way switch, and two volume and two tone controls. It comes with flatwound strings already on it, so you can start playing right away. It suits you if you want a George Benson signature model with a classic hollow build.

    Pros

    • Hollow body with a spruce top and basswood body for a light, open build
    • Two Magic Touch Mini humbuckers give you two pickup positions to choose from
    • Set-in nyatoh neck with a walnut fretboard and acrylic block inlays

    Cons

    • Matching case sold separately under Article Nr #131827#, not included
    87AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand100
    • Lineup100
    • Price71
    • Specs43
    • Maker100
    ↓ 7.2%since Aug 17 · lowest so far
    $859 · Aug 17$797 now
    $797€714 at Thomann · in stock
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  2. Epiphone Broadway

    Broadway Wine Red · Epiphone

    30 for sale on Reverb2 finishes at Thomann

    • Nut width43 mm (1.69")
    • Scale648 mm (25.51")
    • Frets20 frets
    • BodyMaple body
    • FingerboardLaurel fingerboard

    This is a hollow body jazz guitar with a maple body, spruce top and two AlNiCo humbuckers. It has a slim 60s C neck and a 25.5 inch scale, so it suits you if you want a classic style guitar that comes with a gig bag ready to go.

    Pros

    • Maple body with selected spruce top gives a hollow body build
    • Two Epiphone AlNiCo Classic Pro humbuckers with two volume and two tone controls
    • Slim Taper 60s C maple neck with Indian laurel fingerboard and mother-of-pearl blocks
    80AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand96
    • Lineup61
    • Price100
    • Specs71
    • Maker41
    ↓ 25.0%since Aug 17 · lowest so far
    $991 · Aug 17$744 now
    $744€666 at Thomann · in stock
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  3. Godin 5th Avenue CW Kingpin II

    5th Ave Kingpin II VB · Godin

    30 for sale on Reverb3 finishes at Thomann

    • Nut width44 mm (1.73")
    • Scale631 mm (24.84")
    • Fingerboard radius406 mm (15.98")
    • FingerboardRosewood fingerboard

    You get a hollow body electric guitar with a Canadian wild cherry body, a maple set neck, and two Godin Kingpin P90 pickups. It suits you if you want a classic-style jazz guitar with a simple control layout and an adjustable bridge.

    Pros

    • Canadian wild cherry body gives this hollow body guitar a sturdy base
    • Two Godin Kingpin P90 single coil pickups for neck and bridge positions
    • Maple set neck with rosewood fingerboard and 21 medium frets

    Cons

    • Only one tone and one volume control with a 3-way switch
    79AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand96
    • Lineup77
    • Price50
    • Specs57
    • Maker92
    Stableno change since Aug 17
    Aug 17$1,339 now
    $1,339€1,199 at Thomann · in stock
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  4. Ibanez AF75 Artcore

    AF75-BS · Ibanez

    33 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann

    • Nut width43 mm (1.69")
    • Scale628 mm (24.72")
    • Frets20 frets
    • BodyBasswood body

    You get a hollow body electric guitar with two Classic Elite humbucker pickups, and each pickup has its own volume and tone knob. The basswood body, nyatoh neck and laurel fretboard with 20 frets come in a brown sunburst look. It suits you if you want a hollow body guitar with a simple set of controls and a 628 mm scale length.

    Pros

    • Hollow basswood body in a brown sunburst finish
    • Two Classic Elite humbuckers for a versatile pickup pair
    • Separate volume and tone controls for each of the two pickups
    73AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand98
    • Lineup39
    • Price50
    • Specs57
    • Maker100
    Stableno change since Aug 17
    Aug 17$549 now
    $549€492 at Thomann · in stock
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  5. Ibanez LGB30 George Benson Signature

    LGB30-NT · Ibanez

    24 for sale on Reverb2 finishes at Thomann

    • Scale628 mm (24.72")
    • FingerboardEbony fingerboard

    This is a natural-finished electric guitar with a spruce top, flamed maple back and sides, and two Super 58 Custom humbuckers. The ebony fingerboard with pearl and abalone blocks gives it a classy look, and a hardshell case comes with it. It suits you if you want a good-looking electric guitar that comes ready to carry and play right out of the box.

    Pros

    • Flamed maple back and sides give the guitar a figured look
    • Two Super 58 Custom humbuckers give you a pair of pickups to work with
    • Pearl and abalone block inlays on the ebony fingerboard add visual detail
    70AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand90
    • Lineup61
    • Price50
    • Specs29
    • Maker100
    Stableno change since Aug 17
    Aug 17$1,382 now
    $1,382€1,238 at Thomann · in stock
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  6. Ibanez AF55 Artcore

    AF55-TF · Ibanez

    23 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann

    • Scale628 mm (24.72")
    • BodySapele body
    • FingerboardLaurel fingerboard

    This is a jazz-style electric guitar with a sapele body and two Infinity R humbuckers. You get a 3-way switch to pick between pickup combinations. It suits you if you want a classic jazz look with a simple layout of one volume and one tone control.

    Pros

    • Sapele body with white top binding gives it a distinct look
    • Two Infinity R humbuckers give you two pickups to choose from
    • Glued-in Artcore neck made of nyatoh for a strong, secure build

    Cons

    • Only one volume and one tone control, so tone shaping is limited
    69AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand89
    • Lineup39
    • Price62
    • Specs43
    • Maker100
    ↓ 3.9%since Aug 17 · lowest so far
    $434 · Aug 17$418 now
    $418€374 at Thomann · in stock
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  7. Godin 5th Avenue CW Kingpin II

    5th Ave CW Kingpin II HB · Godin

    30 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann

    • Nut width44 mm (1.73")
    • Scale631 mm (24.84")
    • Frets21 frets

    This is an archtop electric guitar with a cutaway, two humbucker pickups, and a rosewood fretboard with 21 frets. The Graphtech nut and adjustable Tusq bridge give you room to set it up the way you like. It suits you if you want a classic archtop with a simple layout of controls.

    Pros

    • Canadian wild cherry top and back give it an archtop body with a cutaway
    • Two Godin Custom humbucker pickups at the neck and bridge
    • Rosewood fretboard with 21 frets and a 16 inch radius

    Cons

    • Only one sound control and one volume control, plus a 3-way switch
    69AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand96
    • Lineup39
    • Price50
    • Specs43
    • Maker92
    Stableno change since Aug 17
    Aug 17$1,227 now
    $1,227€1,099 at Thomann · in stock
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  8. Ibanez AF95 Artcore Expressionist

    AF95-DA · Ibanez

    15 for sale on Reverb2 finishes at Thomann

    • Nut width43 mm (1.69")
    • Scale628 mm (24.72")
    • FingerboardEbony fingerboard

    This is a hollowbody electric guitar with two Ibanez Super 58 humbuckers, each with its own volume and tone control. You get a spruce top, a nyatoh and maple neck, and a Macassar ebony fingerboard with 20 medium frets. It suits you if you want a hollowbody guitar with a pair of humbuckers and a 628 mm scale length.

    Pros

    • Spruce top and basswood back and sides make up the hollowbody body
    • Two Ibanez Super 58 humbuckers give you a pair of pickups
    • Separate volume and tone controls for each of the two pickups
    67AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand77
    • Lineup61
    • Price50
    • Specs43
    • Maker100
    Stableno change since Aug 17
    Aug 17$731 now
    $731€655 at Thomann · in stock
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  9. Ibanez PM200 Pat Metheny Signature

    PM200-NT Pat Metheny · Ibanez

    22 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann

    • Nut width43 mm (1.69")
    • Scale628 mm (24.72")
    • Frets22 frets

    This is a Pat Metheny signature electric guitar with a maple body and a set-in mahogany neck. It has an ebony fretboard with abalone block inlays, one Silent 58 humbucker, and comes with a case. It suits you if you want a simple, single-pickup guitar with a natural finish and gold hardware.

    Pros

    • Set-in mahogany neck made from Khaya ivorensis gives you a solid neck base
    • Ebony fretboard with abalone block inlays
    • One Silent 58 humbucker pickup for a simple, focused setup

    Cons

    • Only one pickup, so there is no second pickup to switch to
    67AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand87
    • Lineup39
    • Price50
    • Specs43
    • Maker100
    Stableno change since Aug 17
    Aug 17$3,326 now
    $3,326€2,979 at Thomann · in stock
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  10. DAngelico Excel EXL1 Amber

    DAngelico

    Not on Reverb yet4 finishes at Thomann

    • Nut width43 mm (1.69")
    • Scale648 mm (25.51")
    • Frets22 frets
    • Neck profileC-shape neck
    • FingerboardEbony fingerboard

    The EXL1 Amber is a beautifully crafted instrument, really nailing that vintage jazz tone. That Seymour Duncan '59 gives it a fantastic growl, and the neck profile is seriously comfortable. This is an excellent choice for jazz, blues, and classic rock players seeking a premium-priced, hollowbody experience.

    Pros

    • Seymour Duncan 59 humbucker delivers thick, warm, and articulate tones.
    • Walnut core in the neck adds stability and a pleasing feel under the hand.
    • Ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience and excellent note definition.

    Cons

    • Hollowbody construction makes it somewhat prone to feedback at higher volumes.
    • Limited tonal versatility; excels in jazz and blues, less suited for modern genres.
    64AudioFu
    Index
    • Demand30
    • Lineup90
    • Price100
    • Specs71
    • Maker81
    ↓ 50.0%since Aug 17 · lowest so far
    $1,907 · Aug 17$953 now
    $953€849 at Thomann · in stock
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All 38 jazz guitars

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  1. 11
    Ibanez AG95QA Artcore ExpressionistAG95QA-DBS · Ibanez
    Index 63↓ 1.9%
    63
    ↓ 1.9%$765€685
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  2. 12
    Godin 5th Avenue Uptown Custom5th Avenue Uptown Custom BR · Godin
    Index 59Stable
    59
    Stable$1,562€1,399
    $1,562€1,399Check ↗
  3. 13
    Ibanez LGB300 George Benson SignatureLGB300-VYS · Ibanez
    Index 58Stable
    58
    Stable$3,962€3,549
    $3,962€3,549Check ↗
  4. 14
    Godin 5th Avenue TL Thinline Kingpin P905th Ave Kingpin P90 VB · Godin · 2 finishes
    Index 55Stable
    55
    Stable$1,227€1,099
    $1,227€1,099Check ↗
  5. 15
    DAngelico Excel Style B AmberDAngelico
    Index 54↓ 43.4%
    54
    ↓ 43.4%$948€849
    $948€849Check ↗
  6. 16
    DAngelico Excel Style B Dark Iced TeaDAngelico
    Index 54↓ 46.9%
    54
    ↓ 46.9%$953€849
    $953€849Check ↗
  7. 17
    Godin 5th Avenue TL Thinline Kingpin P905th Ave TL Kingpin P90 OC · Godin
    Index 53↓ 3.9%
    53
    ↓ 3.9%$1,674€1,499
    $1,674€1,499Check ↗
  8. 18
    Harley Benton BigTone Trem Vintage OrangeHarley Benton · 2 finishes
    Index 52Stable
    52
    Stable$367€329
    $367€329Check ↗
  9. 19
    Harley Benton BigTone Vintage Orange w/CaseHarley Benton
    Index 49Stable
    49
    Stable$445€399
    $445€399Check ↗
  10. 20
    Harley Benton BigTone Trem White w/CaseHarley Benton
    Index 49Stable
    49
    Stable$445€399
    $445€399Check ↗
  11. 21
    Stanford CR Fatboy Golden Eye 95Stanford
    Index 47Stable
    47
    Stable$1,283€1,149
    $1,283€1,149Check ↗
  12. 22
    Godin 5th Ave Jumbo P90 Harvest GoldGodin
    Index 47Stable
    47
    Stable$1,329€1,190
    $1,329€1,190Check ↗
  13. 23
    DAngelico Excel 16 Amaretto BurstDAngelico
    Index 46Stable
    46
    Stable$1,953€1,749
    $1,953€1,749Check ↗
  14. 24
    Harley Benton Custom Line Manhattan-StandardHarley Benton
    Index 45Stable
    45
    Stable$300€269
    $300€269Check ↗
  15. 25
    Harley Benton Custom Line Manhattan-S w/CaseHarley Benton
    Index 45Stable
    45
    Stable$423€379
    $423€379Check ↗
  16. 26
    Heritage Guitar Standard II H-575 OSBHeritage Guitar
    Index 45Stable
    45
    Stable$5,916€5,299
    $5,916€5,299Check ↗
  17. 27
    DAngelico Excel 16 AmberDAngelico
    Index 44Stable
    44
    Stable$1,841€1,649
    $1,841€1,649Check ↗
  18. 28
    Heritage Guitar Eagle Classic ANHeritage Guitar · 2 finishes
    Index 44↓ 1.6%
    44
    ↓ 1.6%$6,698€5,999
    $6,698€5,999Check ↗
  19. 29
    Larry Carlton H7F Tobacco BurstLarry Carlton
    Index 43↓ 4.8%
    43
    ↓ 4.8%$605€542
    $605€542Check ↗
  20. 30
    Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin CognacburstGodin
    Index 43Stable
    43
    Stable$1,093€979
    $1,093€979Check ↗
  21. 31
    Stanford CR Fatboy Candy Apple Red 95Stanford
    Index 43Stable
    43
    Stable$1,439€1,289
    $1,439€1,289Check ↗
  22. 32
    Stanford CR Fatboy Pelham Blue 95Stanford
    Index 43Stable
    43
    Stable$1,439€1,289
    $1,439€1,289Check ↗
  23. 33
    Stanford CR Fatboy GE 95 Bigsby B60Stanford
    Index 43Stable
    43
    Stable$1,619€1,450
    $1,619€1,450Check ↗
  24. 34
    Stanford CR Fatboy PB 95 Bigsby B60Stanford
    Index 43Stable
    43
    Stable$1,619€1,450
    $1,619€1,450Check ↗
  25. 35
    Stanford CR Vanguard AVStanford
    Index 41Stable
    41
    Stable$1,334€1,195
    $1,334€1,195Check ↗
  26. 36
    Gibson 1957 L-5 CES ReIs VS VOSGibson
    Index 41Stable
    41
    Stable$10,829€9,699
    $10,829€9,699Check ↗
  27. 37
    The Loar LM-700 Supreme F-Style MandolinLH-700 VS · The Loar
    Index 40Stable
    40
    Stable$1,450€1,299
    $1,450€1,299Check ↗
  28. 38
    Godin 5th Avenue Jumbo P-Rail HGGodin
    Index 40↑ 6.7%
    40
    ↑ 6.7%$1,785€1,599
    $1,785€1,599Check ↗

Jazz Guitars by the numbers

Measured across all 53 models we track, not a sample.

Price distribution

Median $1,334 — half of all jazz guitars here cost less.

3
8
23
11
7
1
<$400$400–750$750–1.5k$1.5k–3k$3k–7.5k$7.5k+
Nut width43 mm (1.69")

median of 44 models · 42.8 mm (1.69")–44 mm (1.73")

Scale631 mm (24.84")

median of 51 models · 628 mm (24.72")–648 mm (25.51")

Fingerboardrosewood, ebony

most common · 36 models

Frets21

median of 29 models · 20–22

How to choose the best jazz guitars

Pickup Voicing

Jazz guitars often lean towards brighter, more articulate pickups. For blues, you want something with a bit more low-midrange thump and a willingness to breakup nicely - think Alnico II or even slightly overwound humbuckers. That ice-picky high-end isn't your friend here.

Neck Profile

A chunkier neck profile, something closer to a '50s C shape, will give you better leverage for bending and vibrato, crucial for blues phrasing. Those thin, shredder-style necks just don't feel right when you're digging into a soulful lick.

Body Wood & Construction

Mahogany or a mahogany-like tonewood (like Korina) will add warmth and sustain. Fully hollow bodies can be prone to feedback at higher volumes, so semi-hollow or even solid-body jazz guitars are often a more practical choice for blues gigs.

Hardware & Tuning Stability

Cheap hardware is a killer. You need tuners that lock in, and a bridge that doesn't rattle. Nothing kills a blues solo faster than a guitar going out of tune mid-phrase - trust me, I've been there.

Versatility & Response to Dynamics

A good blues guitar needs to respond to your playing - quiet and clean when you want it, screaming and saturated when you dig in. Look for a guitar that doesn't just sound good on the factory settings, but reacts to your touch and pedal choices.

Buying guide

So, you're a blues player digging the idea of a jazz guitar? Smart move. They've got a sophistication and warmth that can really elevate your blues tone, but not all jazz boxes are created equal for that grit and bite. We're not talking about pristine, glassy cleans here - we're talking about finding that sweet spot where elegance meets attitude, a guitar that can lay down a soulful solo or a swampy rhythm part.

Don't be fooled by the 'jazz' label - it's about finding the right characteristics. Budget-friendly options will often skimp on the hardware and pickups, which is where a lot of the blues tone comes from. Spending a little more on a used model from a reputable brand is almost always a better investment than a brand-new, cheap one.

And seriously, check the neck - a bad setup can ruin even the best guitar.

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 53 jazz 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

Are all jazz guitars too bright for blues?

Not necessarily, but you'll need to be mindful of the pickup selection and potentially roll back the tone controls. Some jazz guitars are voiced specifically for a warmer tone.

What's the deal with semi-hollow vs. hollow-body?

Hollow bodies offer more resonance and air, but feedback can be a problem onstage. Semi-hollows provide a good compromise, retaining some of the warmth while being more stable at higher volumes.

Can I put humbuckers on a jazz guitar?

Absolutely! It's a common mod to darken the tone and add more grit. Just make sure the pickups fit the routing and you're comfortable with the wiring changes.

I'm on a budget - what should I look for?

Focus on the neck profile and pickup voicing. A comfortable neck is essential, and slightly warmer pickups will make a huge difference. Don't sweat the fancy finish or binding.

What action should I set for blues?

A slightly higher action than you might find on a standard jazz guitar gives you more room for bending without fret buzz. Experiment to find what feels comfortable for your style - around 2.5mm-3mm at the 12th fret is a good starting point.

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