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Best Jumbo Acoustic Guitars Under $800 2025

Affordable jumbo acoustic guitars under $800 - great value without compromising quality

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $800 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Country For Bluegrass For Rock For Stage Performance For Loud Environments For Rhythm Guitar
BRANDS: Gibson Guild Epiphone Harley Benton Baton Rouge
Takamine GJ72CE-BSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Takamine GJ72CE-BSB

by Takamine
Bluegrass Stage Performance Rhythm Guitar
Key Feature:
• Great stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great stage presence
  • • Cuts through band mix
✗ CONS
  • • Can be uncomfortable for smaller players
  • • Very large body size

Takamine GJ72CE-BSBAcoustic GuitarStyle: Jumbo with cutawayTop: Solid SpruceQuartersawn X BracingBack and sides: flamed...

⭐ 4.4/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 440635
$576
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Gretsch G5022 CE Rancher Jumbo Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Gretsch G5022 CE Rancher Jumbo Bundle

by Gretsch
Rock Bluegrass Country
Key Feature:
• Great stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • Cuts through band mix
  • • Deep, booming bass response
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower intimate settings
  • • Less suitable for fingerpicking

Gretsch G5022 CE Rancher Jumbo Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Gretsch G5022 CE Rancher Jumbo*Steel-String Guitar*Top:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 318244
$726
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5022CWFE Falcon Rancher - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Gretsch G5022CWFE Falcon Rancher

by Gretsch
Rhythm Guitar Bluegrass Loud Environments
Key Feature:
• Powerful strumming tone
✓ PROS
  • • Great stage presence
  • • Deep, booming bass response
✗ CONS
  • • Harder to control feedback
  • • Very large body size

Gretsch G5022CWFE Falcon RancherSteel String GuitarBody type: JumboWith cutawayTop: Solid spruceBottom and sides:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 331628
$714
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort NDX50 NT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Cort NDX50 NT

by Cort
Rock Country Loud Environments
Key Feature:
• Powerful strumming tone
✓ PROS
  • • Powerful strumming tone
  • • Great stage presence
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower intimate settings
  • • Harder to control feedback

Cort NDX50 NTSteel-string GuitarDesign: NDX with cutawayTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack and sides: Pau FerroSet neck:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 432241
$714
Buy at Thomann View Details
Takamine GJ72CE-NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Takamine GJ72CE-NAT

by Takamine
Bluegrass Rock Country
Key Feature:
• Deep, booming bass response
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, booming bass response
  • • Maximum volume and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Very large body size
  • • Harder to control feedback

Takamine GJ72CE-NATSteel-String GuitarJumbo with cutaway designSolid spruce topQuartersawn X-bracingFlamed maple back...

⭐ 4.8/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 449908
$604
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5022 CE Rancher Jumbo - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Gretsch G5022 CE Rancher Jumbo

by Gretsch
Loud Environments Bluegrass Stage Performance
Key Feature:
• Great stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • Powerful strumming tone
  • • Cuts through band mix
✗ CONS
  • • Less suitable for fingerpicking
  • • May overpower intimate settings

Gretsch G5022 CE Rancher JumboSteel-String GuitarTop: Solid spruceBottom and sides: MaplelaminatedNeck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 276629
$571
Buy at Thomann View Details
Epiphone J-200 EC VS Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Epiphone J-200 EC VS Bundle

by Epiphone
Rock Loud Environments Stage Performance
Key Feature:
• Cuts through band mix
✓ PROS
  • • Powerful strumming tone
  • • Maximum volume and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Can be uncomfortable for smaller players
  • • Harder to control feedback

Epiphone J-200 EC VS Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Epiphone J-200 EC Studio VS*Steel-String Guitar with Pickup*Jumbo...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 298936
$602
Buy at Thomann View Details
Guild F250E Deluxe Blonde - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Guild F250E Deluxe Blonde

by Guild
Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar Stage Performance
Key Feature:
• Cuts through band mix
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, booming bass response
  • • Powerful strumming tone
✗ CONS
  • • Can be uncomfortable for smaller players
  • • May overpower intimate settings

Guild F250E Deluxe BlondeAcoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: JumboTop: solid spruceBack and sides: flamed mapleX-Bracing...

⭐ 4.8/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 565196
$637
Buy at Thomann View Details
Epiphone J-200 EC Studio BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Epiphone J-200 EC Studio BK

by Epiphone
Loud Environments Stage Performance Country
Key Feature:
• Great stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, booming bass response
  • • Maximum volume and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Very large body size
  • • Can be uncomfortable for smaller players

Epiphone J-200 EC Studio BKSteel-String Guitar with PickupJumbo body design with cutawaySolid spruce topMaple bodyMaple...

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 210116
$543
Buy at Thomann View Details
Epiphone J-200 EC Studio VS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Epiphone J-200 EC Studio VS

by Epiphone
Rhythm Guitar Loud Environments Rock
Key Feature:
• Cuts through band mix
✓ PROS
  • • Maximum volume and projection
  • • Powerful strumming tone
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower intimate settings
  • • Less suitable for fingerpicking

Epiphone J-200 EC Studio VSSteel-String Guitar with PickupJumbo body design with cutawaySolid spruce topMaple back and...

⭐ 4.7/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 145271
$571
Buy at Thomann View Details
Guild F-250CE Deluxe ATB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Guild F-250CE Deluxe ATB

by Guild
Stage Performance Country Bluegrass
Key Feature:
• Maximum volume and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Cuts through band mix
  • • Maximum volume and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Can be uncomfortable for smaller players
  • • May overpower intimate settings

Guild F-250CE Deluxe ATBSteel-String Guitar with PickupJumbo design with cutawayFlamed maple back and sidesSolid sitka...

⭐ 4.6/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 457763
$714
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5022CBFE Rancher Falcon Jumbo - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Gretsch G5022CBFE Rancher Falcon Jumbo

by Gretsch
Loud Environments Bluegrass Rock
Key Feature:
• Great stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • Powerful strumming tone
  • • Cuts through band mix
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower intimate settings
  • • Harder to control feedback

Gretsch G5022CBFE Rancher Falcon JumboSteel-String Guitar with PickupDesign: Jumbo with cutawayTop: Solid spruceBack...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 406204
$714
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort NDX50 NT w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Cort NDX50 NT w/Bag

by Cort
Rock Country Rhythm Guitar
Key Feature:
• Deep, booming bass response
✓ PROS
  • • Cuts through band mix
  • • Powerful strumming tone
✗ CONS
  • • Can be uncomfortable for smaller players
  • • Harder to control feedback

Cort NDX50 NT w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Cort NDX50 NT*Steel-string Guitar*Design: NDX with cutawayTop: Solid...

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 539663
$726
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Jumbo Acoustic 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 jumbo acoustic 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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