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Best Gibson Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars 2025

Premium Gibson lefthanded acoustic guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 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 Left-Handed Players For Proper Ergonomics For Natural Playing For Comfort For Correct Technique For Optimal Performance
BRANDS: Martin Guitar Taylor Harley Benton Furch Gibson Ibanez
Gibson Orianthi SJ-200 Lotus Lefthand - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Gibson Orianthi SJ-200 Lotus Lefthand

by Gibson
Correct Technique Optimal Performance Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
  • • Correct string arrangement
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value can be lower
  • • May have longer wait times

Gibson Orianthi SJ-200 Lotus LefthandSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelOrianthi Signature Custom Shop...

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 521396
$6,269
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson L-00 Original VS Lefthand - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Gibson L-00 Original VS Lefthand

by Gibson
Comfort Left-Handed Players Natural Playing
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Optimal sound projection
✗ CONS
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed
  • • Resale value can be lower

Gibson L-00 Original Vintage Sunburst LefthandLeft-Handed Steel-String GuitarMade in the USABody: OOTop: Solid sitka...

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 491414
$3,079
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson 50s J-45 Original Vint. SB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Gibson 50s J-45 Original Vint. SB LH

by Gibson
Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance Comfort
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
  • • Optimal sound projection
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed

Gibson 50s J-45 Vintage Sunburst LHSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelStyle: Round Shoulder J-45Top: Solid...

⭐ 4.4/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 558841
$3,079
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Slash J-45 LH November Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Gibson Slash J-45 LH November Burst

by Gibson
Proper Ergonomics Natural Playing Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Optimal sound projection
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value can be lower
  • • Often more expensive

Gibson Slash J-45 LH November BurstLeft-handed steel-string guitarMade in USARound Shoulder J-45 ShapeSolid Sitka...

⭐ 5.0/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 497012
$3,189
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Songwriter Cutaway SB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Gibson Songwriter Cutaway SB LH

by Gibson
Comfort Left-Handed Players Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
  • • Correct string arrangement
✗ CONS
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed
  • • Often more expensive

Gibson Songwriter Cutaway SB LHSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelLimited Edition 2019With cutawayTop:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466110
$3,739
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Hummingbird Original HCS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Gibson Hummingbird Original HCS LH

by Gibson
Proper Ergonomics Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
  • • Correct string arrangement
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed
  • • May have longer wait times

Gibson Hummingbird Original HCS LHSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelTop: Solid Sitka SpruceBody:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 558840
$4,178
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson J-45 Standard VS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Gibson J-45 Standard VS LH

by Gibson
Correct Technique Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Correct string arrangement
  • • Optimal sound projection
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • Often more expensive

Gibson J-45 Standard VS LH 2019Left-handed Steel-String GuitarRound Shoulder StyleSolid spruce topMahogany...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 441819
$3,079
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Hummingbird Standard LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Gibson Hummingbird Standard LH

by Gibson
Proper Ergonomics Optimal Performance Comfort
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
  • • Correct string arrangement
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • Often more expensive

Gibson Hummingbird Standard LHSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 601121
$4,068
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS LH

by Gibson
Correct Technique Optimal Performance Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed
  • • May have longer wait times

Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS LHSteel-String GuitarLeft-handed modelType: JumboTop: Thermo-treatedaged solid Sitka spruceBack...

⭐ 5.0/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 558843
$6,598
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson L-00 LH Standard VSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Gibson L-00 LH Standard VSB

by Gibson
Left-Handed Players Correct Technique Natural Playing
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound projection
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value can be lower
  • • May have longer wait times

Gibson L-00 LH Standard VSBAcoustic Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelTop: solid Sitka spruceBack: MahoganySides:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 497016
$2,859
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Lefthanded 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 lefthanded 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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