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Best Other Acoustic Guitars 2025

Top-rated other acoustic guitars 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: 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 Unique Designs For Alternative Styles For Experimental Music For Custom Features For Specialty Applications For Creative Expression
BRANDS: Taylor Furch Fender Ibanez Yamaha Harley Benton Takamine Breedlove Martin Guitar Lakewood Maton DAngelico Cort Guild Cole Clark Baton Rouge Timberline Guitars
Timberline Guitars T60HGc-e Harp Guitar - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Timberline Guitars T60HGc-e Harp Guitar

by Timberline Guitars
Custom Features Specialty Applications Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Unique design and construction features
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
  • • Innovative materials and technology
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and selection
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements

Timberline Guitars T60HGc-e Harp GuitarHarp Guitar with PickupsBuild: AuditoriumBody: Solid acaciaBack and sides: Solid...

⭐ 4.9/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 493922
$4,399
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Timberline Guitars T30HGpc-e Harp Guitar - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Timberline Guitars T30HGpc-e Harp Guitar

by Timberline Guitars
Specialty Applications Custom Features Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Distinctive tonal characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
  • • Innovative materials and technology
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and selection
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics

Timberline Guitars T30HGpc-e Harp GuitarHarp Guitar with PickupsParlor body designSolid mahogany bodySolid mahogany...

⭐ 4.6/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 493891
$4,179
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Timberline Guitars T20HGC-e Harp Guitar - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Timberline Guitars T20HGC-e Harp Guitar

by Timberline Guitars
Specialty Applications Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements
  • • Less familiar to most players

Timberline Guitars T20HGC-e Harp GuitarHarp GuitarType: AuditoriumBody: solid mahoganyFingerboardbridge and headstock:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 568747
$3,078
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Muving Custom - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Muving Custom

by Cuntz Guitars
Alternative Styles Unique Designs Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
  • • Innovative materials and technology
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements
  • • Resale value uncertainty

Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Muving CustomAcoustic GuitarWith cutawayBack and sides of solid MuvingueKoa body bindingTop made...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 337010
$6,929
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Martin Guitar OM28 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Martin Guitar OM28 LH

by Martin Guitar
Specialty Applications Alternative Styles Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics

Martin Guitar OM28 LHSteel-String Guitar2025 modelLeft-handed modelType: OMTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: Solid...

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 605633
$5,048
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Martin Guitar OM28 Ambertone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Martin Guitar OM28 Ambertone

by Martin Guitar
Creative Expression Custom Features Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative materials and technology
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and selection
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics

Martin Guitar OM28 AmbertoneSteel-String Guitar2025 modelType: OMTop: Solid spruceBack and sideS: Solid rosewoodNeck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 605648
$5,279
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Martin Guitar LX1 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Martin Guitar LX1 LH

by Martin Guitar
Unique Designs Alternative Styles Creative Expression
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics

Martin Guitar LX1 LHSteel-String GuitarLeft-handed modelType: LX - Little MartinTop: Solid spruceBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 556074
$549
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Martin Guitar LX1 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Martin Guitar LX1

by Martin Guitar
Creative Expression Custom Features Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Innovative materials and technology
✓ PROS
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
  • • Innovative materials and technology
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements
  • • Resale value uncertainty

Martin Guitar LX1Steel-String GuitarStyle: LX - Little MartinTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: Mahogany high-pressure...

⭐ 4.9/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556053
$549
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Martin Guitar LXK2 LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Martin Guitar LXK2 LH

by Martin Guitar
Alternative Styles Creative Expression Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Distinctive tonal characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
  • • Unique design and construction features
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements
  • • Resale value uncertainty

Martin Guitar LXK2 LHSteel-String GuitarLeft-handed modelDesign: LX - Little Martinback and sides: mastered Koa...

⭐ 4.5/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 556102
$527
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE SBK Solid w/Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE SBK Solid w/Case

by Harley Benton
Custom Features Experimental Music Creative Expression
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Limited availability and selection

Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE SBK Solid w/Case*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE SBK...

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 621541
$505
Buy at Thomann View Details
L.R.Baggs AEG 1 E- Acoustic Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

L.R.Baggs AEG 1 E- Acoustic Natural

by L.R.Baggs
Experimental Music Alternative Styles Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Unique design and construction features
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
✗ CONS
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements

L.R.Baggs AEG 1 E- Acoustic NaturalSteel-String Guitar with PickupTop: Englemann spruceScalloped X-bracingBack and...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 605148
$2,639
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Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE SBK AllSolid - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE SBK AllSolid

by Harley Benton
Custom Features Alternative Styles Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative materials and technology
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
✗ CONS
  • • Less familiar to most players
  • • Limited availability and selection

Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE SBK AllSolidSteel-String Guitar with PickupCustom Line seriesType: Grand Auditorium with...

⭐ 4.4/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 589647
$406
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Custom Line CLG-48CE Wi Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Harley Benton Custom Line CLG-48CE Wi Bundle

by Harley Benton
Experimental Music Unique Designs Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Unique design and construction features
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
✗ CONS
  • • Less familiar to most players
  • • Limited availability and selection

Harley Benton Custom Line CLG-48CE Wi Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line CLG-48CE Wide NT*Steel...

⭐ 4.4/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 565620
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM28 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Martin Guitar OM28

by Martin Guitar
Experimental Music Specialty Applications Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Distinctive tonal characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements
  • • Less familiar to most players

Martin Guitar OM28Steel-String Guitar2025 modelType: OMTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: Solid rosewoodNeck: selected...

⭐ 4.9/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 605655
$4,949
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar Custom Shop 000 Black Walnut - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Martin Guitar Custom Shop 000 Black Walnut

by Martin Guitar
Specialty Applications Unique Designs Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Innovative materials and technology
✓ PROS
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Limited availability and selection

Martin Guitar Custom Shop 000 Black WalnutSteel-String GuitarType: Auditorium (000)Top: Solid spruceBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 616334
$4,729
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How to Choose the Best Other Acoustic 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 other acoustic 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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