Best Gibson Lefthanded Guitars 2026

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Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026

Gibson Les Paul Junior VTB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Gibson Les Paul Junior VTB LH

Natural Playing Position Proper Ergonomics Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Limited model selection

Gibson Les Paul Junior VTB LHElectric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia...

4.4/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Gibson SG ´61 Standard VC LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Gibson SG ´61 Standard VC LH

Left-Handed Players Natural Playing Position Comfort
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Fewer options in each category

Gibson SG ´61 Standard VC LHLeft-Hand Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia...

4.6/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Gibson SG Standard HC LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Gibson SG Standard HC LH

Optimal Performance Correct Technique Comfort
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Gibson SG Standard HC LHLeft-Hand Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia...

4.8/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Gibson ES-335 Dot 60s Cherry LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Gibson ES-335 Dot 60s Cherry LH

Natural Playing Position Left-Handed Players Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Lower resale value typically

Gibson ES-335 Dot 60s Cherry LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelType: Semi-HollowMaple bodyMaple topMahogany...

4.6/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s HCS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s HCS LH

Proper Ergonomics Natural Playing Position Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Lower resale value typically

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s HCS LH@Left-handed modelElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyCream-colored body bindingTop:...

5.0/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Gibson Les Paul 68 Custom R EB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Gibson Les Paul 68 Custom R EB LH

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
Gibson SG Standard EB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Gibson SG Standard EB LH

Proper Ergonomics Natural Playing Position Comfort
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Fewer options in each category

Gibson SG Standard EB LHLeft-Hand Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia...

4.6/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Gibson 1964 ES-335 Reissue CH VOS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Gibson 1964 ES-335 Reissue CH VOS LH

Proper Ergonomics Comfort Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Limited model selection

Gibson 1964 ES-335 Reissue CH VOS LHLeft-handedCustom Shop Electric GuitarMaple/Poplar/Maple bodyMahogany neckRosewood...

4.5/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Gibson 1959 ES-335 Reissue VB VOS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Gibson 1959 ES-335 Reissue VB VOS LH

Optimal Performance Natural Playing Position Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Lower resale value typically

Gibson 1959 ES-335 Reissue VB VOS LHLeft-handedCustom Shop Electric GuitarMaple/Poplar/Maple bodyMahogany neckRosewood...

4.4/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Gibson SG Modern BBF LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Gibson SG Modern BBF LH

Comfort Left-Handed Players Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Limited model selection

Gibson SG Modern BBF LHElectric GuitarLefthanded modelBody: MahoganyTop: AA flamed mapleNeck: MahoganyFretboard:...

4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s GT LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s GT LH

Correct Technique Natural Playing Position Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Lower resale value typically

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s GT LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)Cream-coloured...

5.0/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Gibson SG Modern TBF LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Gibson SG Modern TBF LH

Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Lower resale value typically

Gibson SG Modern TBF LHElectric GuitarLefthanded modelBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla - Origin: India /...

5.0/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Gibson Les Paul Custom EB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Gibson Les Paul Custom EB LH

Comfort Optimal Performance Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • May have longer delivery times

Gibson Les Paul Custom EB LHLeft-Hand Electric GuitarLes Paul CustomBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)Arched maple...

4.7/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Gibson Les Paul Slash Standard GT LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Gibson Les Paul Slash Standard GT LH

Natural Playing Position Left-Handed Players Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Limited model selection

Gibson Les Paul Slash Standard GT LHElectric GuitarSignatureMahogany (Swietenia macrophylla - Origin: India/ Indonesia)...

4.9/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Gibson ES-335 Vintage Burst LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Gibson ES-335 Vintage Burst LH

Comfort Proper Ergonomics Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Lower resale value typically

Gibson ES-335 Vintage Burst LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelMaple bodyMaple topMahogany neckRosewood fretboardBlock...

4.4/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10

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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