Best Modelling Guitar Combos Under $200 2026

Affordable modelling guitar combos under $200 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Versatile Playing For Home Recording For Practice For Multiple Genres For Digital Effects For Modern Players

BRANDS: Mooer Fender Positive Grid Boss Yamaha Blackstar Line6

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar PB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar PB

by Mooer

Practice Modern Players Multiple Genres

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many musical styles

✓ PROS

• Great for home recording
• Multiple amp models in one unit

✗ CONS

• May lack warmth of tube amps
• Can sound digital or artificial

Mooer Modeling Guitar Combo PBModeling Guitar Combo AmplifierTransistor / solid-state design15 W (RMS) Class D...

⭐ 4.9/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 620611

$175

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Harley Benton HB-20MFX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton HB-20MFX

by Harley Benton

Home Recording Multiple Genres Modern Players

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many musical styles

✓ PROS

• Often includes USB connectivity
• Great for home recording

✗ CONS

• May lack warmth of tube amps
• Can sound digital or artificial

Harley Benton HB-20MFXElectric guitar modelling comboPower: 20 WClass AB power ampSpeaker configuration: 1x 8"5...

⭐ 4.7/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 499438

$109

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Nux Mighty 20 MKII - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Nux Mighty 20 MKII

by Nux

Practice Versatile Playing Modern Players

Key Feature:

• Great for home recording

✓ PROS

• Built-in effects and processing
• Multiple amp models in one unit

✗ CONS

• Can sound digital or artificial
• May lack warmth of tube amps

Nux Mighty 20 MKIICombo Amplifier for Electric GuitarPower: 20 wattsEquipped with: 8" G8-20 custom tuned...

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 591921

$174

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Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar SW - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar SW

by Mooer

Versatile Playing Multiple Genres Home Recording

Key Feature:

• Great for home recording

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many musical styles
• Often includes USB connectivity

✗ CONS

• Modeling quality varies
• May lack warmth of tube amps

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar SWModeling Combo Amplifier for Electric GuitarTransistor / solid-state design15 W (RMS)...

⭐ 4.5/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 620701

$175

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Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BL

by Mooer

Home Recording Practice Multiple Genres

Key Feature:

• Multiple amp models in one unit

✓ PROS

• Built-in effects and processing
• Great for home recording

✗ CONS

• Can sound digital or artificial
• Requires learning curve

Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BLModelling guitar combo with rechargeable battery and BluetoothTransistor /...

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 597992

$153

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Positive Grid Spark Go BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Positive Grid Spark Go BK

by Positive Grid

Digital Effects Home Recording Modern Players

Key Feature:

• Multiple amp models in one unit

✓ PROS

• Often includes USB connectivity
• Built-in effects and processing

✗ CONS

• Modeling quality varies
• May lack warmth of tube amps

Positive Grid Spark GoModelling Combo for Electric GuitarAcoustic Guitar and Electric BassPortable intelligent guitar...

⭐ 5.0/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 575710

$120

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Positive Grid Spark Go PW - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Positive Grid Spark Go PW

by Positive Grid

Home Recording Digital Effects Practice

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many musical styles

✓ PROS

• Great for home recording
• Versatile for many musical styles

✗ CONS

• Modeling quality varies
• May lack warmth of tube amps

Positive Grid Spark Go PWModelling Combo for Electric GuitarAcoustic Guitar and Electric BassPortable intelligent...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 579485

$120

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Positive Grid Spark Go PW Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Positive Grid Spark Go PW Bundle

by Positive Grid

Versatile Playing Home Recording Multiple Genres

Key Feature:

• Great for home recording

✓ PROS

• Built-in effects and processing
• Often includes USB connectivity

✗ CONS

• Requires learning curve
• Can sound digital or artificial

Positive Grid Spark Go PW Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Positive Grid Spark Go PW*Modelling Combo for Electric...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 580537

$142

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Mooer SD 30 Modelling Guitar Combo - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Mooer SD 30 Modelling Guitar Combo

by Mooer

Digital Effects Modern Players Versatile Playing

Key Feature:

• Great for home recording

✓ PROS

• Often includes USB connectivity
• Multiple amp models in one unit

✗ CONS

• Modeling quality varies
• Can sound digital or artificial

Mooer SD 30 Modelling ComboModelling Combo Amplifier with Bluetooth for Electric GuitarTransistor / Solid State...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 481850

$185

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Roland Cube-10GX - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Roland Cube-10GX

by Roland

Home Recording Practice Versatile Playing

Key Feature:

• Often includes USB connectivity

✓ PROS

• Multiple amp models in one unit
• Versatile for many musical styles

✗ CONS

• Requires learning curve
• May lack warmth of tube amps

Roland Cube-10GXGuitar AmpAmp modelling: COSM technologyPower rating: 10 WattEquipped with 8" loudspeaker3...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 344600

$164

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Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar IG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar IG

by Mooer

Home Recording Multiple Genres Practice

Key Feature:

• Built-in effects and processing

✓ PROS

• Built-in effects and processing
• Multiple amp models in one unit

✗ CONS

• Modeling quality varies
• May lack warmth of tube amps

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar IGModeling Combo Amplifier for Electric GuitarTransistor / solid-state design15 W (RMS)...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 620696

$175

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Line6 Spider V 20 MkII - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Line6 Spider V 20 MkII

by Line6

Practice Modern Players Digital Effects

Key Feature:

• Great for home recording

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many musical styles
• Often includes USB connectivity

✗ CONS

• May lack warmth of tube amps
• Complex menu systems

Line6 Spider V 20 MkIIElectric Guitar Modelling ComboPower: 20 WattsEquipped with 1 x 8" speakers16 Sound presets...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 469666

$164

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Blackstar ID:Core 10 V4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Blackstar ID:Core 10 V4

by Blackstar

Multiple Genres Modern Players Practice

Key Feature:

• Multiple amp models in one unit

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many musical styles
• Built-in effects and processing

✗ CONS

• Complex menu systems
• Can sound digital or artificial

Blackstar ID: Core 10 V4Combo Amplifier for Electric GuitarPower: 10 watts (2x 5 watts stereo)Equipped with: 2 x...

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 583311

$141

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Mooer Hornet 15W LI Modeling Amp BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Mooer Hornet 15W LI Modeling Amp BL

by Mooer

Practice Home Recording Multiple Genres

Key Feature:

• Often includes USB connectivity

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many musical styles
• Multiple amp models in one unit

✗ CONS

• May lack warmth of tube amps
• Can sound digital or artificial

Mooer Hornet 15W LI Modeling Amp BLModelling Guitar ComboPower: 15 W RMS at 4 OhmRechargeable battery with 4000 mAh for...

⭐ 4.9/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 608993

$142

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Mooer Hornet 30i Modeling Amp Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Mooer Hornet 30i Modeling Amp Black

by Mooer

Home Recording Multiple Genres Digital Effects

Key Feature:

• Great for home recording

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many musical styles
• Often includes USB connectivity

✗ CONS

• Can sound digital or artificial
• Complex menu systems

Mooer Hornet 30i Modeling Amp BlackModeling Combo Amplifier for Electric GuitarTransistor / solid-state designClass D...

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 572307

$197

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How to Choose the Best Modelling Guitar Combos

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 modelling guitar combos 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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Best Modelling Guitar Combos Under $200 2026

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar PB

Harley Benton HB-20MFX

Nux Mighty 20 MKII

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar SW

Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BL

Positive Grid Spark Go BK

Positive Grid Spark Go PW

Positive Grid Spark Go PW Bundle

Mooer SD 30 Modelling Guitar Combo

Roland Cube-10GX

Mooer F15i Li Modeling Guitar IG

Line6 Spider V 20 MkII

Blackstar ID:Core 10 V4

Mooer Hornet 15W LI Modeling Amp BL

Mooer Hornet 30i Modeling Amp Black

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