Best Acoustic Guitars – Most Budget Friendly Picks 2018

​Let's start with a comparison between some of our top picks.

Below, you will also find a review for each model and the general buying guide, which includes things to look for when buying a new guitar.

I hope that by reading this guide you will have a better idea of what to look for in a guitar, which features are the most important for beginners, etc.

The guitars listed above are all really great choices for guitarists just starting out, but lets sort them by their prices here. As a newbie, you probably don't want to spend thousands of dollars on your first guitar, do you? 

Please note that there is no fluff here. We only feature the guitars we really think are the best in each price range.

​So, these are out top picks when it comes to best acoustic guitars for beginners:

​There's a lot of guitars in this price range, but in our opinion, the best ones under 200 are these 3 below.

If you're looking for the best acoustic guitar on a budget, then these ones are definitely right for you.

​Now let's take a closer look at some of the most popular acoustic guitars on the market, ranging from $200 to $2000.

We made sure to feature only the best guitar brands, so you can be sure that all of these models are top tiers.

I've always loved the sound of Yamaha guitars. Even their cheapest models sound very decent.

Now, this guitar is in the mid-range and is most suitable for musicians just starting out, but also serves its purpose to more advanced players.

It's also great for people who want a guitar they can jam on in every situation.
This model comes in many colors, so you're bound to find one variation that's best for your taste.

Most of us will judge the guitar by its price right away. That's probably because we're used to playing some cheap guitars that doesn't sound great at all.

We just assume cheap guitar probably sounds cheap. That's not the case here.

Sound of this guitar is very warm, that's because of it's dreadnought shape. You don't have to worry about its lower and high frequencies sounding harsh and too bright.
The sound on Yamaha FG800 is very well-balanced and smooth at the same time.

In my opinion, its price makes this model a perfect choice for newbies who are in the learning phase, therefore don't want to spend a fortune on their first or second guitar.

This guitar will make your learning process much more enjoyable!

Like mentioned above, it's also a great option for people who play guitar very well and want one that universal, they can carry around and jam on in every situation and practice on without any problems.

This model was created shortly after its ancestor Baby Taylor became a real hit in the guitar world. It is more of a travel guitar because if its size​. However, the market still responded like it was a normal sized guitar. They all loved it!

It's a great option for beginners who don't plan to abandon their first guitar after they get good at playing it. ​That is just what happens in most cases. A musician just starting out buys a guitar, uses it for 4 months, until they get good at it, then they abandon it and invest in a better option, or more expensive one at least.

With this guitar, you don't have to follow their path. Considering which brand made it, it sounds just as expected. Amazing!

Since it's pretty affordable for most people, it's not only a great choice for musicians who really care about the sound quality, but also for beginners who plan on purchasing the best possible guitar to learn on.

When buying one of their guitars, you can be sure that you're not getting what you paid for. You're actually getting much more!

The »ce« prefix stands for »cutaway« and »electronics« and indicates the Venetian that opens up the body and a pickup system, which is inspired by their Pure Expression system.

We also wanted to ​post ​some facts about Taylor 114e ​, but since there's not much of a difference, we decided to just briefly mention it here. The main difference here is the looks, but also the fret – Taylor 114ce features 20 frets, while 114e just 14 frets.

If you're a beginner, I recommend going for 114e, but that's totally your choice of course. There is also no cutaway on the 114e model.

Ofcourse, you can​ find more info about Taylor 114e here.

Do I even have to talk about sound here? Come on, it's Taylor! I've played many of their guitars and they all sound absolutely amazing.

On the other hand, I also played other brands models, which are actually more expensive than this one, and they don't sound nearly as good.

You get warm and clear sound when you push through an open chord. When you play a single note, you will be astonished just how round it sounds!

Strings feel very gentle, which makes this guitar perfect for beginners too – It's very easy and comfortable to play it with your fingers.

While this model definitely is one of the ​most affordable Taylors guitars, it's not the cheapest guitar money can buy on the market.

One might argue you can get one with the same features and similar sound for much less. But you're not only paying for the sound here.

It's a lot that goes into the whole building process and at Taylor Guitars, they have most certainly perfected that aspect, art if you will!

There is this sense of care and personal touch you get with this guitar, which other brands hardly focus on, or at least don't prioritize.

The surface is coated in glossy and clean paint. Because of that, the guitar looks more premium and is a good choice for people, who care about design a lot.

Because the strings and freatboard are very close to each other, the low action is created and the playability is increased.  

Fretting is going to be almost effortless as the low action also eases the process of pressing the strings down for a superb sound.

​This one is perfect for people looking for ​the ​best acoustic guitars with low action.

You can't expect an entry level guitar to sound as good as the professional one. However, the sound also depends on the player itself and his/her skills.

Good players can make any guitar sound good. But beginners can hardly notice the difference between entry level guitars and professional ones.

If you're looking for a guitar that'll blow your mind, unfortunatelly that's not the one. That doesn't mean it sucks though.

Its sound is exactly what you would expect from a beginners guitar, nothing more, nothing less.

With that in mind, as you get good at playing it, you will start to notice it lacks some character and only then, once you play on something more expensive, you'll hear the difference.

Still, for this price it is an absolute steal!

Like I mentioned ​above, it is a very affordable guitar, perfect for beginners.

There aren't many guitars in this price range that can play as well as​ the Seagul S6. Beginners will be able to get used to it pretty quickly.

If you have a thing for electric guitars, you should know that there is also an electro acoustic version of this model ​which is equipped with a Quantum 1.

Because of the materials this guitar was made of, it sounds really good and even a total newbie can achieve a great sound out of it.

Its sound is very bright and vibrant and you almost won't believe that anything in th​is price range can achieve this type of colorfulnes. It even beats some higher priced guitars.

Seagul S6 will literally rock your world!

Considering ​what a great sound this model produces, it's hard to believe how affordable it is. Now, if you've never heard it in real life, it might be hard to belive it. That's why you can find the demo ​on our full review page.

This model not only looks great, but its sound is just unbelievable.

While reading this guide, you might think that I'm exaggerating and overrating the guitars, but the whole point of this website is to present to you only the best options your money can buy. 

Drs2 features a 14-fret dreadnought body and comes with a solid Sitka spruce top, which is proven to help the guitar get more balanced and sophisticated sound.

It is one of the most affordable Martin guitars out there and sure won't dissapoint you, no matter how good of a guitarist you are.

It also features Plug and Play, which enables you to simply plug in the guitar and start using it on stage or in studio sessions.

Despite its low price (again, it's one of the cheapest guitars Martin has to offer), the sound is not compromised. Having a Sitka spruce top, this model is just bound to project an amazing sound in every genre you can imagine playing.

If you're looking for that pristine, deep Martin sound, while hesistating to spend thousands of dollars on their high-end models, then their Drs2 model sure is the right choice for you.

Washburn is best known for their mandolin manufacturing, although they make some decent guitars as well.​ Check out some of their models below.