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Best Other Acoustic Guitars Under $2,000 2025

Affordable other acoustic guitars under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 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
Takamine P5NC w/Softcase - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Takamine P5NC w/Softcase

by Takamine
Custom Features Alternative Styles Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative materials and technology
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
✗ CONS
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics
  • • Less familiar to most players

Takamine P5NC w/SoftcaseSteel-String Guitar with PickupPro SeriesType: NEX with cutawayTop: Solid spruceBack &...

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 579147
$1,979
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Takamine EF508KC w/Softcase - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Takamine EF508KC w/Softcase

by Takamine
Custom Features Creative Expression Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Stand-out visual appeal
✓ PROS
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
  • • Unique design and construction features
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements

Takamine EF508KC w/SoftcaseSteel-String Guitar with PickupType: NEX with cutawayTop and back: Figured KoaNeck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 579153
$1,814
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Breedlove Artista Pro Concertina CE BA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Breedlove Artista Pro Concertina CE BA

by Breedlove
Specialty Applications Custom Features Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Innovative materials and technology
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Less familiar to most players

Breedlove Artista Pro Concertina CE BASteel-String Guitar with PickupType: Concertina with cutawayTop: Solid European...

⭐ 4.7/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 612638
$1,154
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Taylor 214ce Plus Special Edition TB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Taylor 214ce Plus Special Edition TB

by Taylor
Unique Designs Experimental Music Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements
  • • Less familiar to most players

Taylor 214ce Plus Special Edition TBSteel-String Guitar with PickupType: Grand Auditorium with cutawayBack and sideS:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 617264
$1,814
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Breedlove Artista Pro Concert CE BA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Breedlove Artista Pro Concert CE BA

by Breedlove
Unique Designs Experimental Music Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Distinctive tonal characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and selection
  • • Resale value uncertainty

Breedlove Artista Pro Concert CE BASteel-String Guitar with PickupStyle: Concert with cutawayTop: Solid European...

⭐ 4.4/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 612640
$1,154
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Taylor Academy Series 22e - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Taylor Academy Series 22e

by Taylor
Experimental Music Alternative Styles Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Distinctive tonal characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Innovative materials and technology
✗ CONS
  • • Less familiar to most players
  • • Resale value uncertainty

Taylor Academy Series 22eAcoustic Guitar with PickupAcademy SeriesStyle: Grand ConcertBack and sides: WalnutlayeredTop:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 553205
$1,018
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Furch MC Blue Gc-CM SPE a - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Furch MC Blue Gc-CM SPE a

by Furch
Custom Features Alternative Styles Creative Expression
Key Feature:
• Unique design and construction features
✓ PROS
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
  • • Unique design and construction features
✗ CONS
  • • Less familiar to most players
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics

Furch Blue GC-M / SPE-L.R. BaggsAcoustic GuitarStyle: Grand Auditorium with cutawayBack and sides: solid mahoganyTop:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 464529
$1,319
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Taylor 212ce Spruce/Walnut - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Taylor 212ce Spruce/Walnut

by Taylor
Experimental Music Custom Features Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Innovative materials and technology
✓ PROS
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
  • • Unique design and construction features
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and selection
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements

Taylor 212ce Spruce/WalnutAcoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: Grand ConcertWith cutawayTop: solid sitka spruceC-Class...

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 588800
$1,222
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Taylor Academy 12e LTD Koa/Spruce - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Taylor Academy 12e LTD Koa/Spruce

by Taylor
Unique Designs Creative Expression Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Limited availability and selection

Taylor Academy 12e LTD Koa/SpruceSteel-String Guitar with PickupType: Grand ConcertBack and sides: Grade AA laminated...

⭐ 4.9/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 617276
$1,209
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Taylor 217e-BLK Plus - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Taylor 217e-BLK Plus

by Taylor
Alternative Styles Creative Expression Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Unique design and construction features
✓ PROS
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Less familiar to most players

Taylor 217e-BLK PlusAcoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: Grand PacificTop: solid torrefied spruceC-Class bracingBack and...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 588319
$1,649
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Furch Blue Gc-CM w/Element VTC a - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Furch Blue Gc-CM w/Element VTC a

by Furch
Creative Expression Custom Features Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Innovative materials and technology
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative materials and technology
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
✗ CONS
  • • Less familiar to most players
  • • Specialized maintenance requirements

Furch Blue Gc-CM w/Element VTC aSteel-String Guitar with PickupType: Grand Auditorium with cutawayTop: Solid cedarBack...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 471796
$1,594
Buy at Thomann View Details
Taylor 214ce-BLK Plus - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Taylor 214ce-BLK Plus

by Taylor
Specialty Applications Experimental Music Creative Expression
Key Feature:
• Distinctive tonal characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
  • • Innovative materials and technology
✗ CONS
  • • Less familiar to most players
  • • Limited availability and selection

Taylor 214ce-BLK PlusSteel-String GuitarStyle: Grand Auditorium with CutawayTop: Solid torrefied spruceC-Class...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 587791
$1,704
Buy at Thomann View Details
Taylor 217e-SB Plus - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Taylor 217e-SB Plus

by Taylor
Creative Expression Unique Designs Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Alternative body shapes and sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Innovative materials and technology
  • • Alternative body shapes and sizes
✗ CONS
  • • Less familiar to most players
  • • May have unusual playability characteristics

Taylor 217e-SB PlusSteel-String Guitar with PickupStyle: Grand PacificBody: RosewoodCantilevered V-Class bracingTop:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608884
$1,704
Buy at Thomann View Details
Furch Blue OM-MM w/SPE a - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Furch Blue OM-MM w/SPE a

by Furch
Custom Features Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Innovative materials and technology
✓ PROS
  • • Unique design and construction features
  • • Innovative materials and technology
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Limited availability and selection

Furch Blue OM-MM w/SPEAcoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: OrchestraTop: solid mahoganyBack and sides: solid mahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 583779
$1,318
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Yamaha A3M ARE TBS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Yamaha A3M ARE TBS

by Yamaha
Specialty Applications Creative Expression Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Distinctive tonal characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Stand-out visual appeal
  • • Distinctive tonal characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Resale value uncertainty
  • • Limited availability and selection

Yamaha A3M ARE TBSSteel-String Guitar with PickupDesign: Traditional steel-string with cutawayTop: Solid spruceBack...

⭐ 4.4/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 451062
$1,044
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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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