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Best Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars Under $5,000 2025

Affordable lefthanded acoustic guitars under $5,000 - great value without compromising quality

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
Martin Guitar 00017 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Martin Guitar 00017 LH

by Martin Guitar
Correct Technique Proper Ergonomics Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive
  • • Fewer options in each price range

Martin Guitar 00017 LHSteel-String Guitar2025 modelLeft-handed modelType: 000 - AuditoriumTop: Solid sitka...

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 605614
$3,288
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LH

by Martin Guitar
Optimal Performance Natural Playing Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound projection
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed
  • • May have longer wait times

Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LH 2024Steel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelType: Grand Performance with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 592436
$3,024
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LH

by Martin Guitar
Correct Technique Left-Handed Players Natural Playing
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Correct string arrangement
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • Resale value can be lower

Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LHSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelType: GP - Grand Performance with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556321
$2,749
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar D18 Sunburst LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Martin Guitar D18 Sunburst LH

by Martin Guitar
Comfort Optimal Performance Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Correct string arrangement
  • • Optimal sound projection
✗ CONS
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed
  • • May have longer wait times

Martin Guitar D18 Sunburst LHSteel-String Guitar2025 modelLeft-handed modelType: D - DreadnoughtTop: Solid spruceBack...

⭐ 4.5/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 605858
$4,432
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar D18 StreetLegend LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Martin Guitar D18 StreetLegend LH

by Martin Guitar
Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • May have longer wait times

Martin Guitar D18 StreetLegend LHSteel-String Guitar2025 modelLeft-handed modelType: D - DreadnoughtTop: Solid...

⭐ 4.4/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 605834
$3,574
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Songwriter Cutaway SB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

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
Martin Guitar 0018 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Martin Guitar 0018 LH

by Martin Guitar
Comfort Proper Ergonomics Natural Playing
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • Resale value can be lower

Martin Guitar 0018 LHSteel-String Guitar2025 modelLeft-handed modelType: 00 - Gran ConcertTop: Solid spruceBack and...

⭐ 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 605695
$4,146
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
Furch Yellow Gc-CR w/SPA LH a - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Furch Yellow Gc-CR w/SPA LH a

by Furch
Left-Handed Players Natural Playing Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Optimal sound projection
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed

Furch Yellow Gc-CR w/SPA LHSteel-String with PickupLeft-handed modelType: Grand Auditorium with CutawayBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 593084
$3,024
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar DSS-17L Whiskey Sunset Left - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Martin Guitar DSS-17L Whiskey Sunset Left

by Martin Guitar
Comfort Proper Ergonomics Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Correct string arrangement
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive
  • • May have longer wait times

Martin Guitar DSS-17L Whiskey Sunset LeftSteel-String GuitarLeft-handed modelType: D - Slope Shoulder DreadnoughtTop:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 556457
$2,474
Buy at Thomann View Details
Taylor 362CE-LH 12 Fret 12 string - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Taylor 362CE-LH 12 Fret 12 string

by Taylor
Proper Ergonomics Optimal Performance Comfort
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • Resale value can be lower

Taylor 362CE-LH 12 Fret 12 string12-String Acoustic Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelStyle: Grand Concert with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 489008
$2,749
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson 50s J-45 Original Vint. SB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

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
Martin Guitar D18 Ambertone LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Martin Guitar D18 Ambertone LH

by Martin Guitar
Correct Technique Proper Ergonomics Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
  • • Correct string arrangement
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value can be lower
  • • Fewer options in each price range

Martin Guitar D18 Ambertone LHSteel-String Guitar2025 modelLeft-handed modelType: D - DreadnoughtTop: Solid spruceBack...

⭐ 4.7/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 605854
$4,432
Buy at Thomann View Details
Maton EBG808 Tommy Emmanuel Left - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Maton EBG808 Tommy Emmanuel Left

by Maton
Natural Playing Left-Handed Players Comfort
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Correct string arrangement
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each price range
  • • Resale value can be lower

Maton EBG808 Tommy Emmanuel LeftAcoustic Guitar with PickupLefthand / left-handed modelTommy Emmanuel Signature...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 253835
$3,519
Buy at Thomann View Details
Taylor 312ce LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Taylor 312ce LH

by Taylor
Correct Technique Comfort Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Limited selection compared to right-handed
  • • Often more expensive

Taylor 312ce LHSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelStyle: Grand Auditorium with Venetian cutawayTop: Solid...

⭐ 4.9/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 605348
$2,529
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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