Guitar Prices 2026: Classical, Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Guitars
Materials, electronics, brand, and skill level that influence guitar prices — with links to the current catalog.
There is no single answer to the question "How much does a guitar cost?" Classical guitars, acoustic guitars, electric guitars, and bass guitars require different construction and equipment. The Royal Musical Instruments store provides original, guaranteed products within the framework of official partnerships with brands offered in the store, including Cort, Fender, Squier, Ibanez, Epiphone, Gibson, Jackson, Solar, Kramer, Washburn, Bromo, Enya, Valencia, Smiger, Qte, and Pearl River.
For current stock and pricing, see the entire guitar catalog and the guitar price collection.
What determines a guitar's price?
Construction and material
In acoustic guitars, there is a difference in sound and price between laminate, solid top, and all-solid construction. In electric guitars, the body wood, neck joint, fretwork, and bridge system are important; in classical guitars, the top board, neck comfort, and nylon string scale; and in bass guitars, scale length and electronics are critical.
Pickups and electronics
In electric and bass guitars, single-coil, humbucker, active, and passive systems affect the price along with the tone. In electro-acoustic guitars, piezo, preamp, tuner, and feedback control create added value.
Setup and after-sales service
Action, intonation, neck relief, and string condition are the essential parts of a comfortable performance. A guitar purchased from an official partner is a safer investment in terms of authenticity, warranty, and service than an instrument purchased from an unknown source.
Budget plan by type
Classical guitar
Nylon strings, soft feel, and the traditional choice for music school.
Classical guitars →Acoustic guitar
Steel strings, strong projection, vocal accompaniment, and fingerstyle.
Acoustic guitars →Electric guitar
Rock, blues, metal, pop, and jazz with pickups, amplifiers, and effects.
Electric guitars →Bass guitar
The low-frequency foundation of rhythm and harmony; 4 and 5-string options.
Bass guitars →Beginner, intermediate, and professional levels
At the beginner level, a comfortable neck, stable tuning, and a proper setup are essential. Qte, Valencia, Smiger, Squier, and various Cort models can be compared according to budget and type. At the intermediate level, solid-top acoustics, higher-quality pickups and hardware, stable tremolo, and finished fret edges come to the fore. Cort, Fender, Ibanez, Epiphone, Bromo, and Washburn offer a wide selection. At the professional level, in Gibson, high-end Fender series, Solar, selected Ibanez, Cort, Washburn, and other premium models, the details of materials, electronics, and manufacturing are of a higher standard.
Additional costs when buying
- Amplifier and cable for electric and bass guitar;
- gig bag or hard case;
- tuner, strap, picks, and guitar stand;
- spare set of strings and care products;
- stage cable for electro-acoustic;
- periodic string changes and setup.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best guitar for a beginner?
An instrument tailored to the musical genre and age, with a comfortable neck and a proper setup. A nylon-string guitar is suitable for classical education, an acoustic guitar for song accompaniment, and an electric guitar for rock and metal.
Fender or Cort?
Fender is one of the main brands in the history of electric guitars, while Cort provides a wide variety from classical to bass and a strong price-quality balance. Specific models and budgets should be compared.
Why is an official product important?
For authenticity, manufacturer warranty, service, and proper after-sales support. Royal works based on official partnerships with the guitar brands offered in the store.
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