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Best Lefthanded Guitars Under $800 2025

Affordable lefthanded guitars under $800 - 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
Larry Carlton T7 AWH LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Larry Carlton T7 AWH LH

by Larry Carlton
Correct Technique Left-Handed Players Comfort
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • May have longer delivery times

Larry Carlton T7 AWH LHElectric GuitarLeft-handed modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard: Roasted...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 557562
$659
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Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Natural Playing Position Proper Ergonomics Comfort
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Lower resale value typically

Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame...

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 558106
$622
Buy at Thomann View Details
Larry Carlton T7 FM TBL LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

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
Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame w/Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame w/Case

by Harley Benton
Comfort Natural Playing Position Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Proper ergonomics and comfort
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Limited model selection

Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame w/Case*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame...

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 558105
$703
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame Burst

by Harley Benton
Optimal Performance Natural Playing Position Proper Ergonomics
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Lower resale value typically

Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame Burst7-String Electric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelArched "Modern...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 496247
$659
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame Burst

by Harley Benton
Natural Playing Position Comfort Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Fewer options in each category

Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame BurstElectric guitarLeft-handed modelArched "Modern Comfort" body...

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 496241
$604
Buy at Thomann View Details
Danelectro DE 59M LH NOS+ Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Danelectro DE 59M LH NOS+ Black

by Danelectro
Natural Playing Position Comfort Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Better technique development
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Fewer options in each category

Danelectro DE 59M LH NOS+ BlackElectric GuitarLeft handed modelBody: Frame and centre block made of poplar with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 363405
$725
Buy at Thomann View Details
Epiphone Casino LH VS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Epiphone Casino LH VS

by Epiphone
Proper Ergonomics Natural Playing Position Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Optimal sound and performance
✗ CONS
  • • Lower resale value typically
  • • May have longer delivery times

Epiphone Casino LH VSElectric GuitarDesign: Semi-acousticBody: Laminated mapleNeck attachment: Set-inNeck:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 511460
$692
Buy at Thomann View Details
Danelectro 59 Dano 12 Lefthand BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Danelectro 59 Dano 12 Lefthand BK

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

Danelectro 59 Dano 12 Lefthand BK12-String Electric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelConstruction: SemihollowMasonite...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 366399
$747
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame w/Bag

by Harley Benton
Comfort Correct Technique Natural Playing Position
Key Feature:
• Optimal sound and performance
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Lower resale value typically

Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok 7 LH BKNT Flame...

⭐ 4.7/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 558103
$679
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schecter Omen Extreme-7 LH BKCH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Schecter Omen Extreme-7 LH BKCH

by Schecter
Left-Handed Players Comfort Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Fewer options in each category

Schecter Omen Extreme-7 LH BKCH7-String Electric GuitarLefthand / left-handed modelBody: MahagonyBolt-on maple...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 572864
$769
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame w/Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame w/Case

by Harley Benton
Natural Playing Position Proper Ergonomics Comfort
Key Feature:
• Better technique development
✓ PROS
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Limited model selection
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame w/Case*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok 6 LH BKNT Flame...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 558107
$648
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD TE-201 Black LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

ESP LTD TE-201 Black LH

by ESP
Left-Handed Players Proper Ergonomics Correct Technique
Key Feature:
• Natural playing position for lefties
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
✗ CONS
  • • Fewer options in each category
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed

ESP LTD TE-201 Black LHLeft-Handed/ Left-Hand T-Style Electric GuitarMahogany (Khaya ivorensis) bodyBolt-on 3-piece...

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 535830
$593
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schecter Omen Extreme 6 BCH LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Schecter Omen Extreme 6 BCH LH

by Schecter
Proper Ergonomics Left-Handed Players Optimal Performance
Key Feature:
• Correct pickup and control positioning
✓ PROS
  • • Optimal sound and performance
  • • Correct pickup and control positioning
✗ CONS
  • • May have longer delivery times
  • • Fewer options in each category

Schecter Omen Extreme 6 BCH LHElectric GuitarLeft-hand modelBody: MahoganyTop: Cloudy mapleNeck: MapleFretboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 365350
$714
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch G5230 Electromatic Jet FTBK LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Gretsch G5230 Electromatic Jet FTBK LH

by Gretsch
Optimal Performance Proper Ergonomics Left-Handed Players
Key Feature:
• Proper ergonomics and comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Natural playing position for lefties
  • • Better technique development
✗ CONS
  • • Often more expensive than right-handed
  • • Fewer options in each category

Gretsch G5230 Electromatic Jet FTBK LHElectric GuitarLeft-hand modelElectromatic seriesChambered body: MahoganyTop:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 438186
$637
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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