Best Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars Under $800 2026
Affordable lefthanded acoustic guitars under $800 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.9/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Breedlove Discovery S Concert CE EB LH
by
Breedlove
Proper Ergonomics
Correct Technique
Comfort
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position and comfort
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • Often more expensive
- • Limited selection compared to right-handed
Breedlove Discovery S Concert CE EB LHAcoustic Guitar with PickupLeft-hand modelStyle: Concert with cutawayTop: Solid...
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4.9/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 618732
$549
#2
⭐
4.8/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Epiphone J-200 EC Studio LH VS
by
Epiphone
Left-Handed Players
Proper Ergonomics
Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position and comfort
- • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
- • Resale value can be lower
- • May have longer wait times
Epiphone J-200 EC Studio LH VSLeft-Handed Jumbo Acoustic GuitarSolid spruce topMaple bodyMaple neckPau ferro...
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4.8/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 513981
$549
#3
⭐
4.9/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Martin Guitar Djr-10-2 Sitka Sapele LH
Optimal Performance
Proper Ergonomics
Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
- • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
- • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • Limited selection compared to right-handed
Martin Guitar Djr-10-2 Sitka Sapele LHSteel-String GuitarLeft-handed modelDesign: Dreadnought - D Junior-14 FretTop:...
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4.9/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 556117
$692
#4
⭐
4.5/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Ovation Celebrity Elite CE44L-5-G
by
Ovation
Proper Ergonomics
Natural Playing
Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
- • Correct string arrangement
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • Resale value can be lower
- • Limited selection compared to right-handed
Ovation Celebrity Elite CE44L-5-GSteel-String GuitarLeft-handed modelWith cutawaySolid spruce topMulti-wood epaulet...
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4.5/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 418525
$604
#5
⭐
4.7/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Yamaha FG820L NTII
by
Yamaha
Optimal Performance
Proper Ergonomics
Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Optimal sound projection
- • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Limited selection compared to right-handed
- • May have longer wait times
Yamaha FG820L NTIILeft-Handed Acoustic GuitarSolid spruce topMahogany back & sidesNato neckWalnut fretboard &...
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4.7/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 510982
$505
#6
⭐
4.7/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Martin Guitar 0X1EL-01 LH
Left-Handed Players
Optimal Performance
Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound projection
✓ PROS
- • Better technique development
- • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • Resale value can be lower
Martin Guitar 0X1EL-01 LHWestern Guitar with PickupLefthand / left-handed modelStyle: Concertback and sides: figured...
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4.7/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 559831
$758
#7
⭐
5.0/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Taylor Big Baby Taylor BBTe-LH
by
Taylor
Comfort
Left-Handed Players
Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound projection
✓ PROS
- • Optimal sound projection
- • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • Limited selection compared to right-handed
Taylor Big Baby Taylor BBTe-LH, Acoustic Guitar with PickupThe Big Baby "e" model features an almost full...
⭐
5.0/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 514872
$637
#8
⭐
4.9/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Taylor GS Mini Mahogany LH
by
Taylor
Natural Playing
Comfort
Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
- • Better technique development
- • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Often more expensive
- • May have longer wait times
Taylor GS Mini Mahogany LH, Acoustic GuitarA guitar that somehow manages to feel small and sound big - with the tonal...
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4.9/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 396725
$714
#9
⭐
4.9/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Takamine GD51CE-NAT LH
by
Takamine
Correct Technique
Comfort
Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Correct string arrangement
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position and comfort
- • Correct string arrangement
✗ CONS
- • May have longer wait times
- • Fewer options in each price range
Takamine GD51CE-NAT LHSteel-String GuitarLeft-handedDreadnoughtWith cutawaySolid spruce topQuartersawn X BracingBack...
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4.9/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 442117
$549
#10
⭐
4.7/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Takamine GD21CE SM Lefthand
by
Takamine
Optimal Performance
Comfort
Natural Playing
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
- • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
- • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
- • May have longer wait times
- • Fewer options in each price range
Takamine GD21CE SM LefthandSteel-String Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelWith cutawayTop: Solid spruceBack and sides:...
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4.7/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608404
$626
#11
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4.5/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Taylor GS Mini Sapele Lefthand
by
Taylor
Optimal Performance
Natural Playing
Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
- • Correct string arrangement
✗ CONS
- • Often more expensive
- • Resale value can be lower
Taylor GS Mini Sapele Lefthand, Acoustic GuitarA magical little guitar that somehow manages to feel small and sound...
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4.5/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 590942
$534
#12
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4.4/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Taylor Baby Taylor-e BT1e LH
by
Taylor
Optimal Performance
Correct Technique
Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position and comfort
- • Correct string arrangement
✗ CONS
- • Limited selection compared to right-handed
- • Resale value can be lower
Taylor , Steel-Strong Guitar with PickupA charming little guitar for beginners or travellers with Taylor ES-B...
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4.4/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 396708
$571
#13
⭐
4.8/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
ESP LTD TL-6 BLK Lefthand
by
ESP
Comfort
Natural Playing
Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Correct string arrangement
- • Natural playing position and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each price range
- • Limited selection compared to right-handed
ESP LTD TL-6 BLK LefthandThinline Acoustic Steel-String GuitarLeft-handed modelType: Thinline with cutawayMahogany...
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4.8/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 413531
$736
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.
