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Best MIDI, Digital & Modelling Guitars Under $500 2025

Affordable midi, digital & modelling guitars under $500 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Modern Technology For Recording For Sound Design For Versatile Sounds For Electronic Music For Experimental
BRANDS: Mooer
Mooer GTRS Guitar Standard S801 Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Mooer GTRS Guitar Standard S801 Gold

by Mooer
Experimental Versatile Sounds Recording
Key Feature:
• Access to unlimited sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Great for recording and production
  • • Versatile for many musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for digital features
  • • Can be complex to set up

Mooer GTRS Guitar Standard S801 GoldElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610808
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SG

by Mooer
Versatile Sounds Modern Technology Experimental
Key Feature:
• Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✓ PROS
  • • Modern digital capabilities
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
✗ CONS
  • • May lack traditional guitar feel
  • • Dependent on external devices

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SGElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 540582
$435
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard S 800 G - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard S 800 G

by Mooer
Experimental Electronic Music Recording
Key Feature:
• Access to unlimited sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
  • • Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✗ CONS
  • • Requires additional technology
  • • May lack traditional guitar feel

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard S 800 GElectric Guitar With Built-in GTRS systemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 537810
$428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 VW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 VW

by Mooer
Sound Design Modern Technology Versatile Sounds
Key Feature:
• Versatile for many musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for many musical styles
  • • Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✗ CONS
  • • May lack traditional guitar feel
  • • Can be complex to set up

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 VWElectric guitar with integrated GTRS systemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 531244
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SB

by Mooer
Versatile Sounds Experimental Modern Technology
Key Feature:
• Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✓ PROS
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
  • • Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✗ CONS
  • • Dependent on external devices
  • • May lack traditional guitar feel

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SBElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 540591
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SG

by Mooer
Recording Experimental Sound Design
Key Feature:
• Modern digital capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for many musical styles
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Dependent on external devices
  • • May lack traditional guitar feel

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 Intelligent Guitar (S800)Electric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic...

⭐ 4.9/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 529955
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 MR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 MR

by Mooer
Electronic Music Experimental Modern Technology
Key Feature:
• Modern digital capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
  • • Modern digital capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for digital features
  • • May lack traditional guitar feel

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 MRElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 541125
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SB

by Mooer
Experimental Modern Technology Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Access to unlimited sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Modern digital capabilities
  • • Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✗ CONS
  • • Can be complex to set up
  • • Requires additional technology

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SBElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 530752
$428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SP

by Mooer
Recording Versatile Sounds Modern Technology
Key Feature:
• Access to unlimited sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Modern digital capabilities
  • • Versatile for many musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for digital features
  • • Dependent on external devices

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 800 SPElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.4/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 531251
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SP

by Mooer
Versatile Sounds Recording Modern Technology
Key Feature:
• Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✓ PROS
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
  • • Modern digital capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Dependent on external devices
  • • Requires additional technology

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 SPElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.4/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 540552
$428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 VW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 VW

by Mooer
Experimental Modern Technology Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Versatile for many musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Modern digital capabilities
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Dependent on external devices
  • • Can be complex to set up

Mooer GTRS Guitars Standard 801 VWElectric Guitar with Integrated GTRS SystemCombines a classic electric guitar with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 540549
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Flamma E1000 Pearl Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Flamma E1000 Pearl Black

by Flamma
Sound Design Versatile Sounds Modern Technology
Key Feature:
• Versatile for many musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Access to unlimited sounds
  • • Can trigger synthesizers and samples
✗ CONS
  • • Requires additional technology
  • • Dependent on external devices

Flamma E1000 Pearl BlackElectric GuitarWith built-in Intelligent Guitar Processor SystemCombines a classic electric...

⭐ 4.6/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 574467
$329
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best MIDI, Digital & Modelling 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 midi, digital & modelling 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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