Best Resonator Guitars for Country 2026
Perfect resonator guitars for country - easy to play and learn on
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.7/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
National Reso-Phonic Style O 14 Fret LH
Bluegrass
Blues
Country
Key Feature:
• Unique visual and sonic character
✓ PROS
- • Unique visual and sonic character
- • Great volume and projection
✗ CONS
- • Requires different playing approach
- • Limited tonal versatility
National Reso-Phonic Style O 14 Fret LHResonator GuitarLeft-handed modelHandmade resonator: 24.1 cm...
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4.7/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 614466
$5,168
#2
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4.7/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Harley Benton Custom Line CLR-ResoEl. w/Bag
Country
Blues
Americana
Key Feature:
• Perfect for slide guitar playing
✓ PROS
- • Unique visual and sonic character
- • Distinctive metallic resonator tone
✗ CONS
- • May not suit all musical styles
- • Very specialized sound
Harley Benton Custom Line CLR-ResoEl. w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line...
⭐
4.7/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 542133
$725
#3
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4.4/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Gretsch G9221 Bobtail Steel RN AE
by
Gretsch
Bluegrass
Americana
Blues
Key Feature:
• Perfect for slide guitar playing
✓ PROS
- • Great volume and projection
- • Distinctive metallic resonator tone
✗ CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility
- • Requires different playing approach
Gretsch G9221 Bobtail Steel Round-NeckResonator GuitarGretsch Roots CollectionGretsch Ampli-Sonic Spider Resonator...
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4.4/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 427184
$1,099
#4
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4.7/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
National Reso-Phonic Raw Steel Single Cone 12 Fret
Americana
Country
Bluegrass
Key Feature:
• Perfect for slide guitar playing
✓ PROS
- • Great volume and projection
- • Unique visual and sonic character
✗ CONS
- • Requires different playing approach
- • May not suit all musical styles
National Reso-Phonic Raw Steel Single Cone 12 FretResonator GuitarType: Roundneck with slotted headstock and flat cut...
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4.7/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 519963
$3,738
#5
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4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Royall BB14C/FL Bantam Blazer
by
Royall
Folk
Slide Guitar
Bluegrass
Key Feature:
• Great volume and projection
✓ PROS
- • Unique visual and sonic character
- • Great volume and projection
✗ CONS
- • Very specialized sound
- • May not suit all musical styles
Royall BB14C/FL Bantam BlazerSingle Cone Resonator GuitarBiscuit Bridge DesignBody: Flamed mapleNeck: MahoganyNeck...
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4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 561869
$824
#6
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4.6/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Recording King RR-36-BK Black
Country
Blues
Bluegrass
Key Feature:
• Unique visual and sonic character
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive metallic resonator tone
- • Cuts through acoustic ensembles
✗ CONS
- • Very specialized sound
- • Requires different playing approach
Recording King RR-36-BK BlackRoundneck Resonator GuitarTop: MahoganyResonator: SpiderConeBack and sides: MahoganyNeck:...
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4.6/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 553825
$439
#7
⭐
4.5/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Harley Benton Delta Blues Resonator w/Bag
Slide Guitar
Blues
Americana
Key Feature:
• Perfect for slide guitar playing
✓ PROS
- • Perfect for slide guitar playing
- • Unique visual and sonic character
✗ CONS
- • Can be heavy and uncomfortable
- • May not suit all musical styles
Harley Benton Delta Blues Resonator w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Delta Blues Resonator*Resonator...
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4.5/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 574513
$351
#8
⭐
4.5/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Gold Tone PBS
by
Gold Tone
Blues
Slide Guitar
Country
Key Feature:
• Unique visual and sonic character
✓ PROS
- • Cuts through acoustic ensembles
- • Great volume and projection
✗ CONS
- • May not suit all musical styles
- • Requires different playing approach
Gold Tone PBSSquare Neck Resonator GuitarPaul Beard Signature ModelOriginal Beard Cone and Spider Resonator -...
⭐
4.5/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 423802
$1,539
#9
⭐
4.5/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Ortega RRG40CE-DBK-L
by
Ortega
Blues
Country
Americana
Key Feature:
• Great volume and projection
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive metallic resonator tone
- • Cuts through acoustic ensembles
✗ CONS
- • Can be heavy and uncomfortable
- • Requires different playing approach
Ortega RRG40CE-DBK-LResonator Guitar with PickupLefthand / left-handed modelAmericana SeriesTop: MahoganyBack and...
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4.5/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 557086
$465
#10
⭐
4.8/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Harley Benton Custom Line N-150CE Natural
Blues
Folk
Slide Guitar
Key Feature:
• Cuts through acoustic ensembles
✓ PROS
- • Unique visual and sonic character
- • Perfect for slide guitar playing
✗ CONS
- • Requires different playing approach
- • Limited tonal versatility
Harley Benton Custom Line N-150CE NaturalResonator Guitar with PickupStyle: Mini Jumbo with cutawayBody: SapeleCone:...
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4.8/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 567985
$241
#11
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4.9/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Beard Guitars Jerry Douglas SN RedBeard
Blues
Slide Guitar
Americana
Key Feature:
• Cuts through acoustic ensembles
✓ PROS
- • Cuts through acoustic ensembles
- • Perfect for slide guitar playing
✗ CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility
- • Can be heavy and uncomfortable
Beard Guitars Jerry Douglas SN RedBeardSquareneck Resonator Guitar with PickupJerry Douglas signature modelModern...
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4.9/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 421558
$5,498
#12
⭐
4.5/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Royall DLT12/DSB Delta
by
Royall
Bluegrass
Folk
Slide Guitar
Key Feature:
• Cuts through acoustic ensembles
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive metallic resonator tone
- • Unique visual and sonic character
✗ CONS
- • Requires different playing approach
- • Very specialized sound
Royall DLT12/DSB DeltaResonator GuitarType of construction: Tri Cone T-Bridge DesignBody: MahoganyResonator: 3 Handmade...
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4.5/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 516819
$769
#13
⭐
4.6/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Harley Benton Custom Line CLR-ResoElectric
Country
Folk
Bluegrass
Key Feature:
• Great volume and projection
✓ PROS
- • Great volume and projection
- • Unique visual and sonic character
✗ CONS
- • Can be heavy and uncomfortable
- • Very specialized sound
Harley Benton Custom Line CLR-ResoElectricElectric Resonator GuitarChrome-plated steel bodySingle cone Ø 240 mm with a...
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4.6/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 338386
$714
#14
⭐
4.5/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Royall KOA12DS
by
Royall
Bluegrass
Blues
Slide Guitar
Key Feature:
• Distinctive metallic resonator tone
✓ PROS
- • Unique visual and sonic character
- • Great volume and projection
✗ CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility
- • Can be heavy and uncomfortable
Royall KOA12DSResonator GuitarType: Tricone-T-Bridge with cutawayTop: Hawaiian koaBack and sides: Hawaiian...
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4.5/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 595806
$1,253
#15
⭐
4.6/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Fender PR-180E Resonator ACB
by
Fender
Bluegrass
Country
Slide Guitar
Key Feature:
• Cuts through acoustic ensembles
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive metallic resonator tone
- • Unique visual and sonic character
✗ CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility
- • Very specialized sound
Fender PR-180E Resonator ACBResonator Guitar with PickupLaminated mahogany topArched laminated mahogany backMahogany...
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4.6/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 537619
$593
How to Choose the Best Resonator 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 resonator 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.
