Everyone has a different opinion on what exactly it is that makes good guitars. Some believe that any guitar that sounds right is worth buying, while others pay a bit more attention to durability. We do admit a slight partiality to electric guitars due to their easier tuning adjustments. Here are some of the best guitars for sale in 2023.
1. YAMAHA FG800
Unless you’re being scammed, Yamaha’s FG800 is something you’ll get for a reasonable price at any shop. But when you play a few notes with this guitar, you’ll realize it’s worth far more than what you paid. Its unique Scalloped bracing means that its low sound performance is one of the best we’ve seen so far. There’s also a solid spruce top, which you’d rarely ever find in low-cost guitars.
Features
- Dreadnought size
- Mahogany body
- Hardtail bridge
- Right-hand oriented acoustic
- Six strings
- Rosewood fretboard and bridge
- Diecast tuners
- Adjustable truss rod
- Nato back and sides
- Natural finish
- Weighs 6.4lbs
Pros
- Superb construction quality
- Exceptional low sound performance
- Plays smoothly with pre-set
- Best for beginners
- Magnificent design
Cons
- Not electric
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2. Fender Squier Classic Vibe 60’s Mustang
Unlike Yamaha’s FG800, this fender guitar is an electric one; maybe the best electric guitar available right now. The Tremolo vintage floating bridge is another lovely merit of the musical, as it supports better string stability.
Features
- SS pickup configuration
- 24” scale
- Laurel fingerboard
- Alnico single-coil pickup
- Poplar body
- Six strings
- Tinted gloss neck finish
- Dynamic Vibrato floating bridge
Pros
- Uses quality nickel steel strings
- Exceptional vibe
- Superb audio
- Affordable
Cons
- Sounds odd out of the box
- Relatively heavy
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3. Fender Squier Affinity Telecaster
The guitar’s performance stays true to Fender’s promise of it being a beginner’s option. Not only does it come with both hand orientations, but its tone range is also high-quality. There is also a three-way pickup switch that makes tuning your tones a breeze.
Features
- Maple fretboard
- Steel-string
- Alder body
- Custom top and back
- Satin neck
- Sealed-gear die cast
- C-shaped neck
- Single-coil pickup
- 13lbs
Pros
- Superb weight distribution
- Sounds right out-of-box
- Stunning first impression
- Leveled and smooth frets
Cons
- Some tele twang
- Can’t handle heavy tones well
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4. Fender Vintera ’60s Telecaster
It excellently combines Fender’s high-quality Telecaster design with a vintage 60’s style. While we won’t say that the guitar plays the best sound we’ve ever heard, this beast comes pretty close.
Features
- Single-coil pickup
- Nickel steel string
- Alder body
- Custom top and back
- Morado fretboard
- Maple neck
- 21-medium frets
- Deluxe bag included
- 13lbs
Pros
- Well-balanced weight
- Hardtail bridge design
- Classic styling
- Dreamlike neck
- More tonal depth than most Tele
Cons
- Has the traditional tele twang
- Not enough tonal variation
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5. Fender Player Stratocaster
Entry-level guitars have a unique charm that we’re attributing to their simplicity and easy customization. This Stratocaster is also from Fender, which isn’t surprising given their affinity for making high-quality guitars. It’s well-made and comfortably exceeds its price-tag.
Features
- Alder body
- Indian laurel fingerboard
- Maple neck
- Steel strings
- Custom back and top
- C-shaped neck profile
- Two-point tremolo bridge
- Custom Alnico V pickups
- Weighs 10.3lbs
Pros
- Authentic tone
- Comfortable 5c neck radius
- Superb out of box
- Can stay in tune for long spells
- Magnificent look
Cons
- Some string buzzing due to positioning
- Doesn’t play deep tones as well
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