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Best Stanford Single Cut Guitars 2025

Premium Stanford single cut guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 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 Rock For Blues For Jazz For Metal For Classic Rock For Hard Rock
BRANDS: Gibson Harley Benton ESP Epiphone Gretsch Larry Carlton Maybach Hagstrom PRS DAngelico Stanford Heritage Guitar Kramer Guitars
Stanford CR Fleetwood Amber Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Stanford CR Fleetwood Amber Burst

by Stanford
Metal Rock Jazz
Key Feature:
• Excellent upper fret access
✓ PROS
  • • Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
  • • Classic rock sound and feel
✗ CONS
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars
  • • Higher price point typically

Stanford CR Fleetwood Amber BurstElectric GuitarChambered body: OkoumeSet-in neck: Solid mahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 608956
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Stanford CR Fleetwood Onyx Black B7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Stanford CR Fleetwood Onyx Black B7

by Stanford
Classic Rock Hard Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Great for overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • Higher price point typically
  • • Heavier than other guitar types

Stanford CR Fleetwood Onyx Black B7Electric GuitarChambered body: OkoumeSet-in neck: Solid mahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608963
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Stanford CR Fleetwood Onyx Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Stanford CR Fleetwood Onyx Black

by Stanford
Blues Metal Classic Rock
Key Feature:
• Classic rock sound and feel
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier than other guitar types
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Stanford CR Fleetwood Onyx BlackElectric GuitarChambered body: OkoumeSet-in neck: Solid mahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 608949
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Stanford CR Fleetwood Bullion Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Stanford CR Fleetwood Bullion Gold

by Stanford
Metal Classic Rock Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Rich midrange presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Rich midrange presence
✗ CONS
  • • May lack brightness for some styles
  • • Higher price point typically

Stanford CR Fleetwood Bullion GoldElectric GuitarChambered body: OkoumeSet-in neck: Solid mahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 608957
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Stanford CR Fleetwood Bullion Gold B7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Stanford CR Fleetwood Bullion Gold B7

by Stanford
Rock Jazz Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Thick, sustaining humbucker tone
✓ PROS
  • • Great for overdriven tones
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Higher price point typically
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Stanford CR Fleetwood Bullion Gold B7Electric GuitarChambered body: OkoumeSet-in neck: Solid mahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 608960
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Stanford CR Fleetwood Amber Burst B7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Stanford CR Fleetwood Amber Burst B7

by Stanford
Classic Rock Blues Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Rich midrange presence
  • • Excellent upper fret access
✗ CONS
  • • Neck dive possible with light bodies
  • • Less twangy than single-coil guitars

Stanford CR Fleetwood Amber Burst B7Electric GuitarChambered body: OkoumeSet-in neck: Solid mahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608966
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Single Cut 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 single cut 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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