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Best Lefthanded Guitars for Beginner 2025

Perfect lefthanded guitars for beginner - easy to play and learn on

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 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 Natural Playing Position For Proper Ergonomics For Comfort For Optimal Performance For Correct Technique
BRANDS: Harley Benton Gibson Schecter ESP Ibanez Fender Larry Carlton Epiphone
Harley Benton Fusion-T HH LH Roasted Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Harley Benton Fusion-T HH LH Roasted Bundle

by Harley Benton
Comfort Correct Technique Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Fewer options in each category

Harley Benton Fusion-T HH LH Roasted Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Fusion-T HH LH Roasted FNT*Electric...

⭐ 4.7/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 567725
$461
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CST-24T LH Paradise Fla w/Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Harley Benton CST-24T LH Paradise Fla w/Case

by Harley Benton
Proper Ergonomics Correct Technique Comfort
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Harley Benton CST-24T LH Paradise Fla w/Case*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CST-24T LH Paradise Flame*Electric...

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 567815
$373
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Fusion-T HH HT LH EB BK w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Harley Benton Fusion-T HH HT LH EB BK w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Optimal Performance Correct Technique Comfort
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • Lower resale value typically
  • • Fewer options in each category

Harley Benton Fusion-T HH HT LH EB BK w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Fusion-T HH HT LH EB BK*Electric...

⭐ 4.6/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 580084
$406
Buy at Thomann View Details
Larry Carlton T7 FM TBL LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Larry Carlton T7 FM TBL LH

by Larry Carlton
Proper Ergonomics Natural Playing Position Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Lower resale value typically

Larry Carlton T7 FM TBL LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: Alder with flamed maple veneerBolt-on neck: Roasted...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 573686
$714
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Player II Strat LH RW 3TS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Fender Player II Strat LH RW 3TS

by Fender
Correct Technique Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Fewer options in each category

Fender Player II Strat LH RW 3TSElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 595260
$897
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Player II Tele LH MN 3TS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Fender Player II Tele LH MN 3TS

by Fender
Left-Handed Players Natural Playing Position Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Lower resale value typically

Fender Player II Tele LH MN 3TSElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleBlack...

⭐ 4.9/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 595462
$890
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Les Paul 68 Custom R EB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Gibson Les Paul 68 Custom R EB LH

by Gibson
Proper Ergonomics Optimal Performance Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Gibson Les Paul 68 Custom R EB LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelCustom Shop ModelArched top: MapleBody: Solid...

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 589324
$6,819
Buy at Thomann View Details
Strandberg Boden Standard NX 6 Lefty T NT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Strandberg Boden Standard NX 6 Lefty T NT

by Strandberg
Natural Playing Position Optimal Performance Comfort
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Strandberg , Multiscale Headless Electric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: BasswoodTop and back: Flamed mapleBolt-on neck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 585455
$1,924
Buy at Thomann View Details
Reverend Billy Corgan Z-One LH MSF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Reverend Billy Corgan Z-One LH MSF

by Reverend
Comfort Correct Technique Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Limited model selection

Reverend Billy Corgan Z-One LH MSFElectric GuitarBilly Corgan Signature ModelLeft-handed modelChambered body:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 605043
$1,539
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Player II Strat LH RW PWT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Fender Player II Strat LH RW PWT

by Fender
Natural Playing Position Comfort Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Fender Player II Strat LH RW PWTElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 595261
$901
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Fusion-III LH HSH EB FB Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Harley Benton Fusion-III LH HSH EB FB Bundle

by Harley Benton
Proper Ergonomics Correct Technique Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Lower resale value typically

Harley Benton Fusion-III LH HSH EB FB Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Fusion-III LH HSH EB FBB*Electric...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 566951
$413
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Am Ultra II Strat LH EB TXT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Fender Am Ultra II Strat LH EB TXT

by Fender
Proper Ergonomics Correct Technique Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Lower resale value typically

Fender Am Ultra II Strat LH EB TXTElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 595897
$2,639
Buy at Thomann View Details
Larry Carlton H7F Tobacco Burst LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Larry Carlton H7F Tobacco Burst LH

by Larry Carlton
Comfort Natural Playing Position Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Larry Carlton H7F Tobacco Burst LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelType: HollowbodyBody: MapleTop: MapleSet-in neck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 600450
$879
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schecter C-7 Deluxe LH BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Schecter C-7 Deluxe LH BK

by Schecter
Optimal Performance Comfort Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Lower resale value typically

Schecter C-7 Deluxe LH BK7-String Electric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 572856
$488
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez AZ2204NWL-MGR Prestige - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Ibanez AZ2204NWL-MGR Prestige

by Ibanez
Natural Playing Position Correct Technique Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Fewer options in each category

Ibanez AZ2204NWL-MGR PrestigeElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelPrestige AZ seriesBody: Alderbolt-on neck: Roasted S-TECH...

⭐ 4.7/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 591454
$2,529
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Lefthanded 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 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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