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319 reviews from r/AcousticGuitar, r/guitarlessons, r/metalguitar and 22 more subreddits
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#1
Yamaha
4.6
(54)
"Yamaha REVSTAR is imo the best guitar for the money."
"Great options man"
"Yamaha basses tend to be VERY good basses for the money"
"Also check out a yamaha FG830. Best guitar in that price range."
"The best bang for your buck is a Yamaha."
"Yamaha. They punch well above their weight, and you get way more bang for your buck."
"Yamaha should be on your shopping list."
"Yamaha FG800J. It’s within your price point and an excellent guitar."
"Definitely buy a Yamaha."
"At your price point, a Yamaha will play better than the other brands."
#2
Squier
4.2
(34)
"I can’t recommend Squier Stratocasters enough."
"Squier Affinity Telecaster HH or in all black"
"I would pick up a cheap squire stratocaster and a spark amp."
"I highly recommend a Squire in her favorite color."
"I’d spend the extra 150 and get a used Squier J Mascis."
"Get her a Squier telecaster. You can probably find an Affinity series for around that much."
"A used Squire affinity strat or an Ibanez Gio grg is probably going to be the most bang for your buck."
"Squier Telecaster. She may never want anything else."
"Squier sonic strat goes on sale from time to time at guitar center for like 160."
"Squier sonic mustang gives you a shorter scale length with better (IMO) Squier quality and sound."
#3
Ibanez
4.3
(30)
"Gift her an Ibanez Micro Bass."
"Get an Ibanez. Great guitars for the money."
"I started with an Ibanez GRG 170 LH. It is amazing for the price."
"Id go for Ibanez hands down"
"It's well worth it"
"Highly recommend starting on an Ibanez"
"Still one of my main picks"
"Ramro huncha"
"The most comfortable guitar I have ever played"
"All of the GIO models are solid choices."
#4
Taylor
4.7
(17)
"Baby or mini Taylor. The sound is incredible for the size."
"Taylor GS Mini. My daughter writes a lot of music and plays out."
"I think a Taylor Gs mini would be perfect for an 11 year old."
"If you can stretch your budget a Martin or Taylor would be a guitar she will keep forever."
"Taylor GS mini electric acoustic."
"Taylor AD22e…. Mahogany top Sapele sides and back."
"Taylor GS-Mini 👌🏼."
"I am very pleased with my 224ce-K-DLX from Taylor."
"Taylor GS Mini!"
"Gs mini koa is a very nice instrument."
#5
Harley Benton
4.3
(15)
"Go for the hb st modern (not plus) in white."
"So... definitely get her a HB."
"They have really good cheap stuff"
"Harley Benton and Cort are your friends in that price range"
"Harley benton! I got one this year and its fantastic!"
"Get something cheaper but plays as good and also very well made."
"Harley Benton from thomann, amazing amount of bang for your bucks."
"An HB guitar will do it just fine."
"I recommend Harley Benton for the same reasons everyone else has stated."
"I would take a ST-62 with a decent setup over most I've seen close to that."
#6
Epiphone
4.1
(13)
"My second was Epiphone Les Paul and I do recommend that."
"I really like the used SG G400 Epiphone I have"
"Go to a pawn shop and look for an epiphone."
"I have an epiphone sg that was about $400 new."
"Dot Epiphone Dot is my pick."
"Epiphone dot or squier classic vibes, they are both pretty good for the price imo."
"Any Epiphone, really. Whatever you can afford that you'll actually play."
"Used earphone les Paul custom or standard."
"Look into Epiphone, Squier or Harley Benton and get a guitar you like the look of."
"I would go with an Epiphone with humbuckers."
#7
Fender
4.3
(12)
"If I only had $400 but still wanted to buy a lifetime guitar, I would 100% be looking for a used MIM strat."
"I love my fender malibu player if you're after an acoustic."
"Get your wife a Fender Squier. Excellent guitar for the money."
"I’ve been playing for 17 years and got my daughter a squire and that thing actually shreds for the price point."
"I have a mini Jazzmaster that I really enjoy."
"Fender makes a 3/4 scale nylon acoustic that has a reasonably narrow neck."
"If you can stretch the budget a bit and find a used MIM Fender or Squier Classic Vibe it’ll serve you well."
"The Johnny Marr Jaguar is an excellent choice."
"You may like Fender’s short scales (Jaguar and Mustang). I love short scale guitars."
"Can't go wrong with a Fender Player series Tele."
#8
Martin
4.6
(11)
"Little Martin is the one I would get for my child!"
"I’ve got one in the front of my van and it handles wild temperature swings."
"I have the 000-16 Street master in Rosewood and I adore it for its comfort and feel."
"Martin 0 or 00 series are great for this."
"I just went thru this same search and found a Martin OM-21 from the 90s."
"Martin 000-18 or 000-28EC."
"Honestly if you're committed, save a bit more and spend $1,200 on a used Martin 000-15M."
"Buy a used Martin via marketplace or reverb."
"Martin 000-Jr or Dreadnought Jr."
"I'd look for a Little Martin or Baby Taylor, perhaps used if needed to fit your budget."
#9
Schecter
4.4
(9)
"I think Schecter would be a good brand to look into."
"I still have it and it still rips"
"If that’s the same as the C1 platinum guitar center ones, I have the same one in purple and it is awesome!!!"
"My first guitar was a Schecter C-6 Elite and in my opinion has been the perfect guitar for me."
"Schecter NJ Tradition is a great strat style guitar."
"I love schecters. My first guitar at 13 was a warlock."
"Look for the Schecter c-1 platinum. A new one might be slightly above your budget but they're well worth the money."
"I own 2 Schecters. An SLS evil twin and the c1 blackout pictured above."
"Schecter is one of the most recommended brand on this sub."
#10
Cordoba
4.5
(6)
"I bought a Cordoba C9 last month and have been really digging it."
"I really can’t recommend the Cordoba C9 enough."
"Cordoba."
"Cordoba mini ii eb-ce solid spruce top."
"You could consider things like a Cordoba Hauser, Esteve 12 or Alegria."
"Sure. Cordoba C7"
#11
Eastman
4.6
(5)
"Eastman e1d for dreadnought or eastman e1o for the smaller bodied one."
"Eastman e1d if you want an amazing all solid guitar."
"Find a used Eastman E1D, for sure the best deal under $500."
"I'd recommend an Eastman E20oo which have a 46mm nut."
"I'd recommend an Eastman E1OM."
#12
LTD
4.2
(5)
"I really think it’s worth it"
"A 1000 series LTD, maybe a used Ibanez prestige."
"I bought an LTD ec-1001t with OHSC in PERFECT condition."
"LTD M-1000."
"One of the new LTD TE200 teles or a (used) Schecter PT Standard would be a good start."
#13
PRS
4.0
(5)
"PRS SE Parlor. Solid guitar."
"I really like the PRS McCarty SEs."
"I would suggest a prs or sterling"
"Used PRS SE CE 24 Satin models are going for $380 - $400."
"The new PRS SE is $499."
#14
Jackson
4.5
(4)
"Jackson all day"
"It's a solid guitar that can shred if that fits your budget"
"Check out a Jackson Pro Series Soloist as well."
"Jackson JS series or Ibanez RG secondhand."
#15
Alvarez
4.3
(4)
"I enjoy my 12 fret rosewood parlor guitar. I have an Alvarez MP-70."
"I recommend a parlor acoustic that is not terribly expensive. I have an Alvarez."
"It’s just a cheap RF20SM but he used it until he bought a Taylor."
"Alvarez also makes some good parlor guitars for reasonable prices."
#16
Sire
4.3
(3)
"Sire. I've been playing over 30 years, this is the cheapest bass I've ever owned and it's also one of the best I've owned."
"Sires are literally just better squiers, i would recommend one from their V-series or Z-series."
"Sire v3, p3"
#17
Gibson
4.3
(3)
"Gibson L-00."
"My current fingerpicker happens to be a Hummingbird."
"Les Paul 50's Tribute p-90 model is a great value especially if you can find one used."
#18
Yamaha Pacifica
5.0
(2)
"I have recorded many black metal songs with my Yamaha Pacifica."
"I have a pacifica too, amazing guitars for the price."
#19
C10
5.0
(2)
"C10 adds ebony fretboard an upgrade from C9. I vote for the C10."
"I think a C10 is a wonderful instrument and will certainly suffice for your needs."
#20
Guild
5.0
(2)
"Guild makes some great classical guitars."
"Guild D-240. Great sitka dreadnought, copy of the Martin D18 I think."
#21
Charvel
4.5
(2)
"It just feels so effortless to play."
"Numerous Charvel models."
#22
Recording King
4.5
(2)
"For $800 I really recommend the RO-328 with rosewood back and sides."
"I'm starting to sound like a corporate shill at this point, BUT...at that price I suggest the Recording King ro-318."
#23
Enya
4.5
(2)
"Enya Nova Go Carbon Fiber Acoustic Guitar 1/2 Size Begin Is a good one"
"I've been having a lot of fun with a cheap "Enya" carbon fiber topped guitar off Amazon."
#24
Seagull
4.0
(2)
"Used seagull s6 might do the job."
"Seagull S6."
#25
EC
4.0
(2)
"EC 1000 FR or the EC 1000 ET depending on your desire for having a tremolo."
"EC arctic metal."
#26
Gretsch
4.0
(2)
"My recommendation is the Gretsch G2215-P90 in single barrel stain."
"Gretsch 5222 with broadtrons. Both super great quality."
#27
Schecter SLS Elite
5.0
(1)
"A game changer for playing anything up high."
#28
Jackson Soloist
5.0
(1)
"Really any nice neck through guitar which is a game changer for playing anything up high."
#29
Ibanez JBBM30
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend something from Ibanez, Schecter, or ESP."
#30
Schecter Reaper 6
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend something from Ibanez, Schecter, or ESP."
#31
ESP EC-1000
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend something from Ibanez, Schecter, or ESP."
#32
Ibanez RG550
5.0
(1)
"Ibanez RG550"
#33
Schecter C-1
5.0
(1)
"Anything Ltd 1000 series"
#34
Jackson King V
5.0
(1)
"Get yourself a Jackson king V with emg 81/85 combo for $799 and you’ll be blown away."
#35
Schecter Demon-6
5.0
(1)
"It is hands down one of the best guitars I own."
#36
Strandberg Boden Essential
5.0
(1)
"In this price range it's Strandberg Boden Essential, without question."
#37
Ormsby Hype
5.0
(1)
"I have a Hype 7 string and it’s brilliant."
#38
Solar
5.0
(1)
"Anything SOLAR."
#39
Squier Stratocaster
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend squier stratocaster or telecaster."
#40
Squier Telecaster
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend squier stratocaster or telecaster."
#41
Squier Affinity Telecaster Deluxe
5.0
(1)
"We went for this bundle based on all your specialist knowledge."
#42
Squier Sonic Mustang
5.0
(1)
"A Squier Sonic Mustang is probably a good fit."
#43
Yamaha JR1
5.0
(1)
"I'd suggest something like the Yamaha Jr1."
#44
Epiphone Power Player SG
5.0
(1)
"I got a very good deal on one of the Epiphone Power Player SGs for my Daughter."
#45
Yamaha FS800
5.0
(1)
"Check out the Yamaha FS800."
#46
Washburn Bella Tono Elegante S24S
5.0
(1)
"Great sound, great playability, and it’s nice to look at."
#47
Ibanez AZ2402
5.0
(1)
"Mine best overall recommendation is Ibanez AZ2402."
#48
Emerald
5.0
(1)
"I’d go carbon fibre in that situation - Emerald are great"
#49
ESP
5.0
(1)
"I still play it occasionally and liked it very much"
#50
Smiger
5.0
(1)
"Excellent for its price point"
#51
Firefly
5.0
(1)
"They're the kings of good value cheap stuff"
#52
California
5.0
(1)
"Love my California series Sonoran."
#53
La Mancha
5.0
(1)
"La Mancha Rubi has a carbon reinforced neck an traditional Spanish heel construction."
#54
Esteve
5.0
(1)
"Esteve Model 8, if you can find one on sale."
#55
Manuel Rodriguez
5.0
(1)
"Absolutely loving the tone, resonance, and projection."
#56
Godin
5.0
(1)
"Loved my Godin classical guitar. A reputable brand from Canada."
#57
Hanika
5.0
(1)
"For that money I would suggest trying as many different guitars as you can. In terms of brands I like I can recommend Hanika."
#58
Aria
5.0
(1)
"I have an Aria 80AC that I’m quite satisfied with."
#59
Tim Armstrong
5.0
(1)
"I have the Tim Armstrong and every single person that’s picked it up comments on how well it plays."
#60
Newporter
5.0
(1)
"I got a Newporter to busk with, and it’s become my main player for gigs."
#61
CD-60 SCE
5.0
(1)
"I have a CD-60 SCE, and I love it."
#62
La Patrie
5.0
(1)
"I like my Canadian-made La Patrie."
#63
N/A
5.0
(1)
"Buy a cheap classical (nylon string) guitar. Awesome for beginners."
#64
Revstar
5.0
(1)
"I'll second that Revstar recommendation!"
#65
Fender Squier
5.0
(1)
"Fender Squier Debut Series Stratocaster Electric Guitar Kit, Beginner Guitar Kit."
#66
Telecaster
5.0
(1)
"JUST GET A TELECASTER BOY THERES NOTHING THAT FUCKING PLANK CANT DO."
#67
Landola
5.0
(1)
"Get an old Landola used for 150$ or something."
#68
PRS SE
4.0
(1)
"I love my PRS SE, but the neck profile is thicker than any of these I've mentioned."
#69
Jay Turser
4.0
(1)
"A lot of my students have Jay Turser Jay Jr 3/4 size guitars and they’re really good quality for the price."
#70
Orangewood
4.0
(1)
"I heard good things about orangewood and they are relatively cheap."
#71
Mitchell
4.0
(1)
"I bought a 3/4 sized Mitchell acoustic for my kids for $99."
#72
JR1 FG
4.0
(1)
"I got my kids a JR1 FG and it was a great little guitar."
#73
Rainsong
4.0
(1)
"You might be able to find a deal on a rainsong since they went under"
#74
Cort
4.0
(1)
"If the budget is small, Cort X100 left handed."
#75
Sterling by Music Man
4.0
(1)
"Sterling by music man. Ideally ray 34, but the ray24 and the sub line will also get the job done."
#76
Nova
4.0
(1)
"My wife has one of these in a concert size for travel."
#77
Korean
4.0
(1)
"Korean ec300 with alnico pickups."
#78
Blueridge
4.0
(1)
"Blueridge BR-283."
#79
Ukulele
4.0
(1)
"For a three year old, the answer is a ukulele."
#80
Loogs
4.0
(1)
"Loogs are a fun alternative to a uke."
#81
Córdoba
4.0
(1)
"Always good to have a classical nylon string guitar in the arsenal."
#82
Monoprice
4.0
(1)
"Don't be afraid to check out super-budget guitars from companies like Monoprice."
#83
Leo Jaymz
4.0
(1)
"Probably better than a fender player"
#84
Hertz
4.0
(1)
"Go for Hertz"
#85
Kramer
4.0
(1)
"Check out Kramer. The Pacer Classic series is in your budget, and definitely a modders special!"
#86
Danelectro
4.0
(1)
"You might consider checking out Danelectros. They’re not that expensive and are known to have a good sound."
#87
Breedlove
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend Breedlove, Yamaha, Eastman, and Guild in your price range."
#88
Takamine
4.0
(1)
"Check out Takamine's many offerings."
#89
Admira
4.0
(1)
"I bought a £300 Admira Concerto (which is really really nice)."
#90
Luther
4.0
(1)
"If your budget is 4k id look at Luther made stuff."
#91
Little Martin
4.0
(1)
"Play a Little Martin, Baby Taylor, and a Yamaha CSF1M."
#92
Malibu Player
4.0
(1)
"I really enjoy the Malibu Player."
#93
Slick
4.0
(1)
"I'd visit GFS and grab a Slick or one of the SBS guitars."
#94
Stagg
4.0
(1)
"Stagg ko guitar 8k price range ma semi acoustic seems pretty good"
#95
Altamira
4.0
(1)
"I've heard Altamira is really good for the money."
#96
Washburn
3.0
(1)
"My first guitar was a 40 dollar Washburn when I was 11!"
#97
Chibson
3.0
(1)
"Buy a chibson les Paul custom off dhgate or eBay."
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