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Best Ortega Lefthanded Classical Guitars 2025

Premium Ortega lefthanded classical guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $2,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Left-Handed Classical Players For Proper Classical Technique For Ergonomic Playing For Natural Position For Comfort For Correct Form
BRANDS: Ortega La Mancha Thomann
Ortega RCE131SN-L - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Ortega RCE131SN-L

by Ortega
Left-Handed Classical Players Comfort Ergonomic Playing
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Natural fingering and picking hand position
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
  • • Often significantly more expensive
  • • May require special ordering

Ortega RCE131SN-LClassical GuitarLeft-handed modelWith cutawayTop: Solid cedarBack & sides: MahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 505564
$428
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Ortega Tour Player NAT LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Ortega Tour Player NAT LH

by Ortega
Proper Classical Technique Left-Handed Classical Players Natural Position
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Comfortable extended playing
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer teacher resources
  • • Longer wait times

Ortega Tour Player NAT LHClassical Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelSize: 4/4Back and sides: Solid OkoumeTop: Spruce...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606477
$488
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Ortega Tour Player FMA Blue LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Ortega Tour Player FMA Blue LH

by Ortega
Ergonomic Playing Comfort Proper Classical Technique
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Natural fingering and picking hand position
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited selection available
  • • Fewer teacher resources

Ortega Tour Player FMA Blue LHClassical Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelSize: 4/4Back and sides: Solid OkoumeTop:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606474
$549
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Ortega Tour Player ACA Burst LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Ortega Tour Player ACA Burst LH

by Ortega
Comfort Ergonomic Playing Proper Classical Technique
Key Feature:
• Comfortable extended playing
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Natural fingering and picking hand position
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer teacher resources
  • • Often significantly more expensive

Ortega Tour Player ACA Burst LHClassical Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelSize: 4/4Back and sides: Solid OkoumeTop:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606470
$527
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Ortega RCE138SN-L - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Ortega RCE138SN-L

by Ortega
Proper Classical Technique Left-Handed Classical Players Correct Form
Key Feature:
• Natural fingering and picking hand position
✓ PROS
  • • Correct classical playing position
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
  • • Often significantly more expensive
  • • May require special ordering

Ortega RCE138SN-LClassical GuitarLeft hand modelTop: Solid spruceBottom and sides: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFretboard and...

⭐ 4.7/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 332824
$549
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Ortega R122-7/8-L - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Ortega R122-7/8-L

by Ortega
Ergonomic Playing Left-Handed Classical Players Natural Position
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Correct classical playing position
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited selection available
  • • Often significantly more expensive

Ortega R122-7/8-LClassical GuitarLeft-handed modelSize: 7/8Top: CedarBack & sides: SapeleNeck: OkumeFretboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 505561
$252
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Ortega Tour Player SBK LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Ortega Tour Player SBK LH

by Ortega
Proper Classical Technique Natural Position Ergonomic Playing
Key Feature:
• Natural fingering and picking hand position
✓ PROS
  • • Natural fingering and picking hand position
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Often significantly more expensive
  • • May require special ordering

Ortega Tour Player SBK LHAcoustic Guitar with PickupLeft-handed modelTour Player SeriesSize: 4/4Back and sides: Solid...

⭐ 4.6/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 574206
$481
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Ortega R122-1/4-L - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Ortega R122-1/4-L

by Ortega
Natural Position Ergonomic Playing Comfort
Key Feature:
• Correct classical playing position
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Natural fingering and picking hand position
✗ CONS
  • • May require special ordering
  • • Fewer teacher resources

Ortega R122-1/4-LClassical GuitarLeft-handed modelTop: CedarBack and sides: MahoganyFingerboard and bridge: WalnutNeck:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 513788
$197
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Ortega R131L - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Ortega R131L

by Ortega
Natural Position Correct Form Comfort
Key Feature:
• Correct classical playing position
✓ PROS
  • • Correct classical playing position
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited selection available
  • • May require special ordering

Ortega R131LClassical GuitarLeft-handed modelTop: solid cedarBack and sides: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 214984
$307
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Ortega R122-1/2-L - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Ortega R122-1/2-L

by Ortega
Natural Position Proper Classical Technique Left-Handed Classical Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics for left-handed players
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer teacher resources
  • • May require special ordering

Ortega R122-1/2-LClassical GuitarLeft-handed modelSize: 1/2Top: CedarBack & sides: SapeleNeck: OkumeFertboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 505557
$197
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Ortega R122L-3/4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Ortega R122L-3/4

by Ortega
Correct Form Ergonomic Playing Natural Position
Key Feature:
• Natural fingering and picking hand position
✓ PROS
  • • Natural fingering and picking hand position
  • • Comfortable extended playing
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited selection available
  • • May require special ordering

Ortega R122L-3/4Classical GuitarLeft hand modelSize: 3/4Top: CedarBack and sides: Sapele (Entandrophragma...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 431112
$208
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How to Choose the Best Lefthanded Classical 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 classical 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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