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Best Lefthanded Guitars Under $5,000 2025

Affordable lefthanded guitars under $5,000 - great value without compromising quality

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
Duesenberg Starplayer TV LH BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Duesenberg Starplayer TV LH BK

by Duesenberg
Left-Handed Players Correct Technique Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Lower resale value typically

Duesenberg Starplayer TV LH BKElectric GuitarLeft handed modelDesign: Semi hollowArchedlaminated spruce...

⭐ 4.9/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 233309
$2,969
Buy at Thomann View Details
Epiphone USA Casino Royal Tan LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Epiphone USA Casino Royal Tan LH

by Epiphone
Optimal Performance Natural Playing Position Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Fewer options in each category

Epiphone USA Casino Royal Tan LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelConstruction: HollowbodyBody: Maple/ poplar/maple...

⭐ 4.4/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 515618
$3,464
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson SG ´61 Standard VC LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Gibson SG ´61 Standard VC LH

by Gibson
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
Art. 467307
$2,089
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schecter Danskimo-6 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Schecter Danskimo-6 LH

by Schecter
Left-Handed Players Comfort Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Schecter Danskimo-6 LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelDaniel Haniß (Electric Callboy) Signature ModelBody: Swamp...

⭐ 5.0/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 596057
$2,331
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson SG Modern BBF LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Gibson SG Modern BBF LH

by Gibson
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
Art. 497151
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schecter Synyster Gates Custom LH S SGB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Schecter Synyster Gates Custom LH S SGB

by Schecter
Left-Handed Players Proper Ergonomics Comfort
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Fewer options in each category

Schecter Synyster Gates Custom LH S SGBElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelSynyster Gates (Avenged Sevenfold) Signature...

⭐ 5.0/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 443823
$2,034
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Gibson ES-335 Figured 60s Cherry LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Gibson ES-335 Figured 60s Cherry LH

by Gibson
Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Limited model selection

Gibson ES-335 Figured 60s Cherry LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelSemi AcousticMaple bodyMaple topMahoganyRosewood...

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 497140
$4,068
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG5121L-DBF LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Ibanez RG5121L-DBF LH

by Ibanez
Correct Technique Left-Handed Players Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Limited model selection

Ibanez RG5121L-DBF LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: African mahoganyBolt-on neck: Maple/WengeFingerboard: Bound...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 604071
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson ES-335 Vintage Burst LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Gibson ES-335 Vintage Burst LH

by Gibson
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
Art. 497137
$3,628
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG5120ML-FCN LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Ibanez RG5120ML-FCN LH

by Ibanez
Optimal Performance Comfort Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Ibanez RG5120ML-FCN LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: African mahoganyTop: AshBolt-on neck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 604070
$2,474
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s BB LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s BB LH

by Gibson
Proper Ergonomics Comfort Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Lower resale value typically
  • • May have longer delivery times

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s BB LHLeft-Hand Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)Top: AA flamed...

⭐ 5.0/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 467303
$2,969
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s HCS LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s HCS LH

by Gibson
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
Art. 467298
$2,969
Buy at Thomann View Details
Epiphone USA Casino Vintage Sunburst LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Epiphone USA Casino Vintage Sunburst LH

by Epiphone
Natural Playing Position Proper Ergonomics Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Limited model selection

Epiphone USA Casino Vintage Sunburst LHElectric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelStyle: HollowbodyBody: Maple/...

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 549723
$3,519
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gibson ES-335 Dot 60s Cherry LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Gibson ES-335 Dot 60s Cherry LH

by Gibson
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
Art. 497131
$3,519
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender AV II 61 STRAT LH RW OWT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Fender AV II 61 STRAT LH RW OWT

by Fender
Correct Technique Natural Playing Position Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Limited model selection

Fender AV II 61 STRAT LH RW OWTElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelAlder bodyMaple neckBlock glued slab board rosewood...

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 549016
$2,419
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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