Best Lefthanded Guitars Under $2,000 2026
Affordable lefthanded guitars under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
#1
⭐
4.6/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Strandberg Boden Standard NX 6 Lefty T CH
by
Strandberg
Proper Ergonomics
Natural Playing Position
Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position for lefties
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • May have longer delivery times
- • Fewer options in each category
Strandberg Boden Standard NX 6 Lefty T CHMultiscale Headless Electric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: BasswoodTop and...
⭐
4.6/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 585458
$1,924
#2
⭐
4.5/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Reverend Charger 290 LH Periwinkle
by
Reverend
Natural Playing Position
Optimal Performance
Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control positioning
- • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
- • May have longer delivery times
- • Fewer options in each category
Reverend Charger 290 LH PeriwinkleElectric GuitarBody: KorinaBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot...
⭐
4.5/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 602240
$1,099
#3
⭐
5.0/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Schecter Omen Elite-8 MS BL Cherry LH
by
Schecter
Proper Ergonomics
Correct Technique
Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position for lefties
- • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
- • Limited model selection
- • Often more expensive than right-handed
Schecter Omen Elite-8 MS BL Cherry LH8-String ST-Style Multiscale Electric Guitar Left-HandedBody: MahoganyTop: Poplar...
⭐
5.0/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 548483
$1,132
#4
⭐
4.5/5
(8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
ESP LTD Alexi Hexed Sawtooth LH
by
ESP
Proper Ergonomics
Left-Handed Players
Comfort
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • May have longer delivery times
- • Fewer options in each category
ESP LTD Alexi Hexed Sawtooth LHElectric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelBody: AlderNeck-through-body neck:...
⭐
4.5/5
(8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 527888
$1,924
#5
⭐
4.7/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
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
#6
⭐
4.9/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
ESP LTD EC1000 Vintage BK EMG LH
by
ESP
Optimal Performance
Comfort
Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control positioning
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • Often more expensive than right-handed
- • May have longer delivery times
ESP LTD EC1000 Vintage BK EMG LHElectric GuitarLeft-handedSingle CutSet neckBody: Mahogany3-piece mahogany neckEbony...
⭐
4.9/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 233711
$1,242
#7
⭐
4.9/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Epiphone Tony Iommi SG Special LHw/case
by
Epiphone
Optimal Performance
Proper Ergonomics
Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Optimal sound and performance
- • Better technique development
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each category
- • May have longer delivery times
Epiphone Tony Iommi SG Special LHw/caseElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelTony Iommi (Black Sabbath) signature modelBody:...
⭐
4.9/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 549137
$1,022
#8
⭐
4.6/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Gibson SG Standard EB LH
by
Gibson
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
Art. 467347
$1,924
#9
⭐
4.9/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
ESP LTD Arrow-1000NT CHMS LH
by
ESP
Comfort
Correct Technique
Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control positioning
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • May have longer delivery times
- • Limited model selection
ESP LTD Arrow-1000NT CHMS LHV-Style Left-Handed Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)Neck:...
⭐
4.9/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 535819
$1,484
#10
⭐
4.9/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Schecter C-1 Hellraiser BC LH
by
Schecter
Proper Ergonomics
Correct Technique
Comfort
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
- • Optimal sound and performance
- • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
- • Often more expensive than right-handed
- • Lower resale value typically
Schecter C-1 Hellraiser BC LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelMahogany bodySet 3-piece mahogany neckRosewood...
⭐
4.9/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 249669
$1,374
#11
⭐
4.5/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Schecter PT Black Ops LH
by
Schecter
Natural Playing Position
Correct Technique
Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
- • Natural playing position for lefties
- • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
- • Fewer options in each category
- • Lower resale value typically
Schecter PT Black Ops LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: Mahogany3-Piece bolt-on neck: Mahoganycarbon...
⭐
4.5/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 590861
$1,099
#12
⭐
4.8/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
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
#13
⭐
4.8/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Gibson LP Special SC TV Yellow LH
by
Gibson
Comfort
Proper Ergonomics
Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
- • Better technique development
- • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
- • Limited model selection
- • Fewer options in each category
Gibson LP Special SC TV Yellow LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla -- Origin: India...
⭐
4.8/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 467304
$1,979
#14
⭐
4.8/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Gibson SG Standard HC LH
by
Gibson
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
Art. 467345
$1,814
#15
⭐
4.7/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
ESP LTD Snakebyte LH BKLS
by
ESP
Proper Ergonomics
Natural Playing Position
Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
- • Correct pickup and control positioning
- • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
- • Lower resale value typically
- • Often more expensive than right-handed
ESP LTD Snakebyte LH BKLSElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelJames Hetfield (Metallica) Signature ModelBody: MahoganyNeck:...
⭐
4.7/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 459208
$1,814
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.
