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Acoustic Guitars

  • Collings CW Indian - Sunburst


    $8,220.00

    This SUNBURST CW Series dreadnought is designed for maximum power and volume. It features an Adirondack top and bracing, no tongue brace, an  enlar...

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  • Santa Cruz HT/13 Fret Happy Traum Model Guitar

    $10,615.00

    $9,554.00

    You'll love the Happy Traum signature model featuring a Redwood top, Mahogany sides and back and Aid bracing attached with hot hide glue. Ivoroid b...

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    Santa Cruz OOO Custom African Blackwood


    $0.00

    Fort Ross 'Chapel' Redwood top Adirondack braces attached with hot hide glue

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    Santa Cruz OO Custom Maple


    $0.00

    K&K Pure Mini Pickup

  • Taylor 214ce-K


    $1,099.00

    Boasting beautiful layered Hawaiian koa back and sides, a solid torrefied spruce top and our comfortable, versatile Grand Auditorum body shape...

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  • Taylor GS Mini-e Rosewood Plus


    $1,199.00

    Featuring aesthetic and functional upgrades from its standard counterpart, the GS Mini-e Rosewood Plus offers an elevated take on Taylor's ultra-po...

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  • 2022 Huss and Dalton OO-SP Custom


    $4,999.00

    This lightly used instrument plays and sounds fantastic and is in excellent condition with only light signs of use. It features a beautiful Red spr...

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  • 2021 Huss and Dalton TOO14 Custom


    $3,750.00

    This lightly used instrument is in excellent condition with only light signs of use and has a beautiful tone. It features a beautiful Sunburst Sitk...

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  • Collings D2H A


    $7,150.00

    An Adirondack Spruce top supercharges this square-shouldered 14-fret dreadnought, the most popular steel-string acoustic guitar body shape in the w...

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  • Bourgeois Legacy Series Banjo Killer 14 Fret Slope Shoulder Dreadnought

    $8,999.00

    $8,099.00

    Looking for a slope D with some guts? Well, look no further. What makes the Banjo Killer a notch above the rest of the pack? It has a Brazilian Ros...

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  • Bourgeois OM Country Boy Touchstone Series

    $3,149.00

    $2,834.00

    Crafted from some of the finest tonewoods in its class, the Touchstone Country Boy features a one-piece Honduran Mahogany neck, Honduran Mahogany b...

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  • 2020 Bourgeois OMS Country Boy Professional Series


    $3,999.00

    The OMS recreates a classic design coveted by fingerstylists – and not a few flatpickers. This one sounds really great and is in excellent conditio...

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  • 2023 Collings OM1 Cutaway


    $4,650.00

    This cutaway Collings OM1 features a Sitka Spruce top and Honduran Mahogany sides and back. It has 1 3/4” width nut, 2 3/16” bridge spacing and a 2...

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    2016 Taylor 814ce


    $2,275.00

    There's a reason why the 814ce is Taylor's most acclaimed guitar: With its blend of refined craftsmanship, richly textured sound and artful aesthet...

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  • Mid 70's Gurian JR


    $3,499.00

    This is a beautiful example of a mid 70's Gurian JR with a large, rich, sparkling tone. It is in very excellent condition with only a few signs of ...

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  • 2023 National Reso-Phonic Style 1.5 Tricone


    $4,799.00

    We are the original sellers of this one-owner National 1.5 which features elegant and understated engraving.Like the originals, this Style 1.5 Tric...

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  • Bourgeois D Country Boy Touchstone Series

    $3,149.00

    $2,834.00

    Crafted from some of the finest tonewoods in its class, the Touchstone D Country Boy features a one-piece Honduran Mahogany neck, Honduran Mahogany...

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  • Bourgeois OM Vintage Touchstone Series

    $3,459.00

    $3,194.00

    The all-new Touchstone Series guitar features a Master Grade Old-Growth Alaskan Sitka Spruce top and East Indian Rosewood back and sides and is han...

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  • Collings OM 1 JL


    $6,600.00

    Though the Julian Lage guitar shares the same foundational specs as the OM1 T, it is unique in some key ways. Its neck feels like no other Collings...

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  • Collings CW Indian A


    $7,600.00

    This CW Series dreadnought is designed for maximum power and volume. It features an Adirondack top and bracing, no tongue brace, an  enlarged sound...

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  • Santa Cruz OOO

    $10,390.00

    $9,351.00

    Nothing sings like a Santa Cruz OOO and this one is as sweet and warm as they make them!  It's 1 3/4" width nut, 2 3/16" spring spacing and short s...

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  • Santa Cruz 1929 OO

    $9,477.00

    $8,529.00

    The 1929 OO is hand voiced for a full and complex presence and the elements for an heirloom guitar are all in place. The 1929-OO Model has all the ...

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  • Santa Cruz OO Cutaway

    $12,985.00

    $11,687.00

    This super-sweet sounding OO has a sports-car feel to it, smooth and fast. The neck has an easy to play 1 11/16" width nut and short scale for unpa...

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    Santa Cruz OM Grand

    $8,725.00

    $7,853.00

    This custom Santa Cruz OM Grand model offers all the comfort and balance of an OM model but with a lot more lushness and power that will make you t...

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Acoustic Guitars for Sale at Northern Lights Music - Best Quality Brands

Discover top-notch boutique acoustic guitars at Northern Lights Music, featuring sought-after brands such as Santa Cruz Guitars, Bourgeois Guitars, and Collings Guitars. Whether you're searching for a brilliant Brazilian OM or a warm mahogany dreadnought, we have the perfect guitar for you. Can't find what you're looking for in our inventory? Our featured brands are custom shops that can build a guitar to match your imagination and budget. Looking for an affordable option or just starting out? We also offer high-quality, budget-friendly acoustic and electric guitars from Taylor Guitars, Seagull Guitars, and Yamaha Acoustic Guitars.

What is an Acoustic Guitar and its Characteristics

An acoustic guitar is a type of stringed instrument that uses a hollow body and a soundboard to produce sound, instead of relying on electronic amplification. The soundboard is usually made of wood, and the body can be crafted from wood or synthetic materials. Steel strings are typically used, but acoustic guitars can also be strung with nylon or other types of strings. Acoustic guitars can be played with a pick or fingers and are popular in various music genres, including folk, country, blues, and classical.

Reasons to Choose an Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic guitars have a lot to offer, attracting players for different reasons. The rich and warm sound that an acoustic guitar produces is often described as "full" or "rounded," and is appreciated by many players. The versatility of the instrument allows it to be played in a variety of styles and genres, such as folk, country, blues, and classical. The simplicity of an acoustic guitar is also appealing, as it does not require electronic amplification or other equipment. Furthermore, the portability of acoustic guitars makes them convenient for playing at home, with friends, or on the go.

History of the Acoustic Guitar

The acoustic guitar has a rich and diverse history that stretches back centuries. The modern acoustic guitar is derived from various stringed instruments developed in different parts of the world. The lute, one of the earliest known stringed instruments, was developed in ancient Egypt and was popular in Europe during the Middle Ages. The lute was a pear-shaped instrument with a long neck and a hollow body and was used to play melodies and accompaniments.

The guitar as we know it today is believed to have evolved from the lute, and it was first developed in Spain in the 15th century. Early guitars had four courses (pairs) of strings, which were tuned in fourths and were played with the fingers. They were used to play a wide range of music, including folk, popular, and classical. Over time, the guitar has undergone many changes and has been adapted to meet the needs of different musicians and musical styles. Today, the acoustic guitar is a popular instrument used in various music genres, including folk, country, blues, and classical.

Best Guitars for Beginners

There are many great options for beginner acoustic guitars, and the best one for you will depend on your budget, playing style, and preferences. A budget-friendly option for beginners is the Yamaha FG800, known for its excellent sound quality and playability. The Yamaha FG800 has a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides, which give it a warm and full sound. For those who prefer a North American-made guitar, Taylor is a great step-up option. Try out a few different guitars to find the one that works best for you and your playing style.