High Quality Guitars

Best High Quality Guitars ($700- $1,499)

Let’s face it; high quality guitars do not come cheap. But if you love playing guitar and are ready for some real sound and versatility in your playing, then perhaps it is time to trade-up to a guitar that will give you quality tone and playability. You may find yourself having to pay a bit more for these models, but you will not regret one penny that you spend. All guitars in this price-range are all solid wood guitars.

RECOMMENDED MODEL:

Taylor DN3 Dreadnought

There is a reason that Taylor guitars are some of the best rated high quality guitars on the market today. The Taylor DN3 is everything that a solid wood dreadnought guitar should be. It is a big guitar and has a tone and projection to match. Indeed, it responds well to almost every style of playing and can be used in practically any situation successfully. At just ~$1,099 the Taylor DN3 is truly a rare gem. It is far louder than the smaller Martin OM1 or the Martin Custom D Classic and exudes a far more powerful presence.

OTHER MODELS

Seagull Maritime SWS Rosewood SG

At just $799 it is hard to believe that the Seagull Maritime SWS Rosewood SG is a strong solid wood guitar. But solid it is, and a solid choice as well for this is one of those high quality guitars; a guitar that can boast a pressure-tested solid spruce top and solid rosewood body and which will give you get an incredible sustained pitch and a volume. You will have to hear it to believe it! Just a tad bit smaller than your standard size acoustic, the Seagull has the full richness of sound that you have come to expect from a dreadnought. And while it is not quite as full sounding as the Taylor DN3 Dreadnought , it is decidedly less expensive and will not disappoint.

Martin D-16RGT

The traditional Martin styling of the D-16RGT Dreadnought combined with a solid spruce top and a body of solid East Indian rosewood combine to give this instrument a rich, full-bodied sound. The depth and breadth of the dreadnought body ensure that this baby is every bit as powerful as the Taylor DN3, and perhaps even a bit more of a woody tone that gives this piece a headier flavor. At just ~$1,249 the 16RGT provides you with the quality you want without breaking the bank.

Martin Custom D Classic Mahogany

The Martin Custom D Classic Mahogany is another surprisingly affordable solid wood guitar. It may look plain on the surface, but this guitar has it where it counts. When you combine a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides with a modified neck, you will see why the Martin Custom D Classic Mahogany is such a favorite with advanced and professional guitarists alike, especially when you get a look at the price tag. It’s only ~$999. And while it does not have the volume of the Taylor DN3 Dreadnought , its well-rounded tone will not disappoint.

Taylor GC3 Grand Concert

There’s no surprise that there’s a second Taylor on this short list. Just taking a look at the Taylor GC3 will have you anxious to get your hands on one. And when you do, the sound will definitely not disappoint for this solid wood guitar has it where it counts. With a solid Sitka spruce top and solid sapele sides and back, the clear ringing tones of the CG3 make it a clear winner if you are looking at tone. Add to that the fact that its curvy body makes it easy for all sizes and ages of players to handle. And with a price of just ~$1,149 and you are looking at a real steal.

Blueridge BR183A Adirondack Top Craftsman

This Blueridge BR 183A model has to be played to be believed and definitely belongs on the list of high quality guitars. With a solid Adirondack spruce top and solid East Indian Rosewood body, it has the quality of many high quality guitars without costing you an arm and a leg. While it does not have the volume of the Taylor DN3 since it’s built on a smaller 000 body, at just ~$1,299 the Blueridge gives you a true richness of tone that is unbelievable given the size of the guitar.

Conclusion

While purchasing a higher-end guitar can be a bit pricey, once you get your hands on one of these models you will appreciate that they are worth the investment. While there are differences between these different models when it comes to size and body shape, each of them comes from a manufacturer with an excellent reputation. No matter which of these high quality guitars you choose for your upgrade, you can rest assured that you are getting the very best in workmanship from some of the very top names in the businesses; a guitar that will provide you with a lifetime worth of service.