Best Other Classical Guitars 2025

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

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 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 Styles For Alternative Classical For Modern Classical For Experimental For Custom Features For Specialty Applications

BRANDS: Godin Cordoba Ortega Harley Benton Yamaha

Journey Instruments OC660M BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Journey Instruments OC660M BK

by Journey Instruments

Experimental Specialty Applications Custom Features

Key Feature:

• Unique construction and design features

✓ PROS

• Distinctive tonal characteristics
• Unique construction and design features

✗ CONS

• Not suitable for all classical styles
• Limited availability and selection

Journey Instruments OC660M BKTravel Classical Guitar with PickupStylised 00 body shape with cutawayPatented detachable...

⭐ 5.0/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 486313

$1,538

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Scala Vilagio T.H. Baroque Guitar Stradivari - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Scala Vilagio T.H. Baroque Guitar Stradivari

by Scala Vilagio

Alternative Classical Unique Styles Modern Classical

Key Feature:

• Unique construction and design features

✓ PROS

• Distinctive tonal characteristics
• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• May deviate from traditional standards

Scala Vilagio T.H. Baroque Guitar StradivariBaroque Guitar Model StradivariFive-course baroque guitar in the style of...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 567110

$4,279

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Traveler Guitar Ultra Light Nylon Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Traveler Guitar Ultra Light Nylon Natural

by Traveler Guitar

Modern Classical Experimental Alternative Classical

Key Feature:

• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✓ PROS

• Distinctive tonal characteristics
• Unique construction and design features

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• May deviate from traditional standards

Traveler Guitar Ultra Light Nylon NaturalTravel Acoustic GuitarBody: East American mapleNeck-thru-body: East American...

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 446105

$362

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Journey Instruments OC520 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Journey Instruments OC520

by Journey Instruments

Modern Classical Experimental Alternative Classical

Key Feature:

• Creative expression possibilities

✓ PROS

• Alternative approaches to classical guitar
• Distinctive tonal characteristics

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• Uncertain resale value

Journey Instruments OC520Travel Concert Guitar with PickupSize: 4/4Stylised 00 body shapePatented detachable neck...

⭐ 4.9/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 460970

$714

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Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Plus BK w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Plus BK w/Bag

by Harley Benton

Modern Classical Specialty Applications Alternative Classical

Key Feature:

• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✓ PROS

• Unique construction and design features
• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✗ CONS

• Not suitable for all classical styles
• Limited availability and selection

Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Plus BK w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Plus...

⭐ 4.5/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 606605

$461

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Cordoba Fusion 12 Cinnamon Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Cordoba Fusion 12 Cinnamon Burst

by Cordoba

Experimental Specialty Applications Alternative Classical

Key Feature:

• Distinctive tonal characteristics

✓ PROS

• Creative expression possibilities
• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• May deviate from traditional standards

Cordoba Fusion 12 Cinnamon BurstClassical GuitarWith cutawayTop: Solid spruce with flamed okoume veneerBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 607945

$1,154

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Yamaha SLG200N TBS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha SLG200N TBS

by Yamaha

Unique Styles Experimental Alternative Classical

Key Feature:

• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✓ PROS

• Distinctive tonal characteristics
• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✗ CONS

• Specialized maintenance requirements
• Limited availability and selection

Yamaha SLG200N TBSSilent Guitar with Nylon StringsBody: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFrame: Maple / Rosewood (Dalbergia...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 361840

$901

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Yamaha SLG200N CRB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha SLG200N CRB

by Yamaha

Custom Features Specialty Applications Modern Classical

Key Feature:

• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✓ PROS

• Creative expression possibilities
• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✗ CONS

• Not suitable for all classical styles
• Uncertain resale value

Yamaha SLG200N CRBSilent Guitar with Nylon StringsBody: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFrame: RosewoodFretboard & Bridge:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 483803

$842

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Harley Benton Custom Line Nashville Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Harley Benton Custom Line Nashville Bundle

by Harley Benton

Custom Features Modern Classical Unique Styles

Key Feature:

• Distinctive tonal characteristics

✓ PROS

• Modern innovations in classical tradition
• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• May deviate from traditional standards

Harley Benton Custom Line Nashville Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Nashville Nylon*Solid Body Acoustic...

⭐ 4.8/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 538129

$350

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Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Natural

by Harley Benton

Specialty Applications Custom Features Alternative Classical

Key Feature:

• Distinctive tonal characteristics

✓ PROS

• Distinctive tonal characteristics
• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✗ CONS

• Uncertain resale value
• May deviate from traditional standards

Harley Benton Nashville Nylon NaturalSolid-Body Acoustic Guitar with PickupTop: SpruceBody: MahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 615431

$329

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Angel Lopez EC3000CNA - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.6/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Angel Lopez EC3000CNA

by Angel Lopez

Custom Features Specialty Applications Experimental

Key Feature:

• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✓ PROS

• Creative expression possibilities
• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✗ CONS

• May deviate from traditional standards
• Limited availability and selection

Angel Lopez EC3000CNAClassical GuitarSolid spruce bodyBolt-on mahogany neckArched fretboard: Composite woodScale: 646...

⭐ 4.6/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 331737

$362

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Godin Multiac Mundial Kanyon Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Godin Multiac Mundial Kanyon Burst

by Godin

Unique Styles Custom Features Specialty Applications

Key Feature:

• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✓ PROS

• Creative expression possibilities
• Unique construction and design features

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• Specialized maintenance requirements

Godin Multiac Mundial Kanyon Burst, Acoustic Guitar with PickupVery light instrumentideal for stage musicians or...

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 583346

$1,979

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Cordoba Stage Guitar Black Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.9/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Cordoba Stage Guitar Black Burst

by Cordoba

Alternative Classical Unique Styles Custom Features

Key Feature:

• Creative expression possibilities

✓ PROS

• Unique construction and design features
• Creative expression possibilities

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• Specialized maintenance requirements

Cordoba Stage Guitar Black BurstClassical guitar with pickupStyle: Thinline with ergonomic body shapeBody thickness: 40...

⭐ 4.9/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 585265

$813

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Ovation Celebrity Elite CE44C-4A-G - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Ovation Celebrity Elite CE44C-4A-G

by Ovation

Specialty Applications Modern Classical Unique Styles

Key Feature:

• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✓ PROS

• Distinctive tonal characteristics
• Unique construction and design features

✗ CONS

• Uncertain resale value
• Specialized maintenance requirements

Ovation Celebrity Elite CE44C-4A-GClassical GuitarElectro-acoustic stage guitar with nylon strings and...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 516174

$549

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Cordoba GK Studio Negra Wine Red - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Cordoba GK Studio Negra Wine Red

by Cordoba

Experimental Specialty Applications Alternative Classical

Key Feature:

• Modern innovations in classical tradition

✓ PROS

• Creative expression possibilities
• Alternative approaches to classical guitar

✗ CONS

• Limited availability and selection
• Not suitable for all classical styles

Cordoba GK Studio Negra Wine RedClassical Guitar with PickupWith cutawayNarrower bodyneck and saddle than a traditional...

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 559251

$527

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How to Choose the Best Other Classical 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 classical 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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Best Other Classical Guitars 2025

Journey Instruments OC660M BK

Scala Vilagio T.H. Baroque Guitar Stradivari

Traveler Guitar Ultra Light Nylon Natural

Journey Instruments OC520

Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Plus BK w/Bag

Cordoba Fusion 12 Cinnamon Burst

Yamaha SLG200N TBS

Yamaha SLG200N CRB

Harley Benton Custom Line Nashville Bundle

Harley Benton Nashville Nylon Natural

Angel Lopez EC3000CNA

Godin Multiac Mundial Kanyon Burst

Cordoba Stage Guitar Black Burst

Ovation Celebrity Elite CE44C-4A-G

Cordoba GK Studio Negra Wine Red

How to Choose the Best Other Classical Guitars

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