Best Gibson Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars 2026
Premium Gibson lefthanded acoustic guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.5/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
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...
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4.5/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 521396
$6,269
#2
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4.8/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
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...
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4.8/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 491414
$3,079
#3
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4.4/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
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...
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4.4/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 558841
$3,079
#4
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4.4/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
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:...
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4.4/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 601121
$4,068
#5
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5.0/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
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...
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5.0/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 558843
$6,598
#6
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4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
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:...
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4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 497016
$2,859
#7
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4.5/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
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...
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4.5/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 441819
$3,079
#8
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4.9/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
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:...
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4.9/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466110
$3,739
#9
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4.8/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
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:...
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4.8/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 558840
$4,178
#10
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5.0/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
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...
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5.0/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 497012
$3,189
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.
