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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.

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  • Collings OM2H


    $8,900.00

    In a perfect world, every OM would sound like this! This very special custom Herringbone OM features a carefully selected German Spruce top and a g...

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    $8,900.00
  • Bourgeois The One-Fifty Dreadnought Legacy Series

    Original price $10,749.00

    Current price $9,674.00

    Inspired by legends. Built for the greats, played by the best.The Style 150 originated from early signature models designed for artists such as Ric...

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    Original price $10,749.00

    Current price $9,674.00
  • 2022 Santa Cruz Style 1 - Cocobolo!


    $7,995.00

    This beautiful sounding Cocobolo/German Spruce O size guitar sports a 1 3/4" nut width, 2 3/16" bridge spacing and a 24.75" scale length for easy p...

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    $7,995.00
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    Bourgeois OM Large Soundhole

    Original price $10,199.00

    Current price $9,170.00

    Classic looks, tone and volume, this masterpiece has it all! Master Grade Cocobolo, Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce top, Double Scalloped "Banjo Killer...

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    Original price $10,199.00

    Current price $9,170.00
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    Santa Cruz OO

    Original price $11,655.00

    Current price $10,490.00

    Words can't do justice to this easy picking OO with a low profile neck carve! Its Cocobolo body, Fort Ross 'Chapel' Redwood top w/faded edge burst ...

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    Original price $11,655.00

    Current price $10,490.00
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    2019 Santa Cruz OO Eric Skye


    $6,499.00

    This Eric Skye spec'd OO model is the perfect fingerpicking guitar with a 1 13/16” width nut, 24.9” scale length and 2 1/4” string spacing. The to...

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    $6,499.00
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  • Santa Cruz Firefly Redwood Cocobolo

    Original price $12,255.00

    Current price $11,030.00

    If you’ve been looking for the perfect sounding smaller bodied instrument with a short scale for easy reach, you’ll love this guitar!  It’s small w...

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    Original price $12,255.00

    Current price $11,030.00
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    Santa Cruz H/13 Fret Model Custom

    Original price $12,458.00

    Current price $10,000.00

    You'll love this featuring a San Lorenzo Striped Sinker Redwood top, Cocobolo sides and back and Aid bracing attached with hot hide glue. The 1 3/4...

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    Original price $12,458.00

    Current price $10,000.00
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    Huss and Dalton OM 14-fret Custom

    Original price $7,528.00

    Current price $6,775.00

    The Huss & Dalton Custom OM is a beautiful guitar with the  traditional lines. The rosewood binding on a Cocobolo(Dalbergia retusa)body conjure...

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    Original price $7,528.00

    Current price $6,775.00
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  • Lowden F35C-CO-SRW 35 Redwood Cocobolo Cutaway


    $9,250.00

    This gorgeous Cutaway F-35 model with Sinker Redwood and Cocobolo and extended curve fingerboard is for the serious player who can appreciate a who...

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    $9,250.00
  • Bourgeois Custom GA Cutaway / Adirondack and Cocobolo


    $10,899.00

    This Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce-top cutaway GA size guitar has it all, beautiful build and gorgeous tone. It’s Cocobolo back and sides yield a cle...

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    $10,899.00
  • 2023 Lowden S-35 CO/SRW Cocobolo / Sinker Redwood Top


    $6,999.00

    This 2023 S-35 model is in excellent/barely played condition. With Cocobolo and Sinker Redwood, it is for the serious player who can appreciate a w...

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    $6,999.00
  • Huss and Dalton OO-SP Custom

    Original price $8,627.00

    Current price $7,765.00

    Huss and Dalton 12-fret 00's produces a surprising amount of volume from a small-body guitar. Very clear, warm and balanced in tone, braced for lig...

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    Original price $8,627.00

    Current price $7,765.00
  • Huss and Dalton Model Traditional OM (TOM-R Custom)

    Original price $7,742.00

    Current price $6,968.00

    This Huss & Dalton TOM-R combines traditional flat-top construction with the red spruce bracing used in all Huss & Daltons. This guitar is ...

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    Original price $7,742.00

    Current price $6,968.00
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    2015 Northwood R80 000-12 Venetian Cutaway


    $3,800.00

    From around 2015, this Northwood is absolutely stunning. This is not your typical Cocobolo! It has a wonderfully chocolatey color rather than the u...

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    $3,800.00
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  • Bourgeois OMS-12/C DB Signature

    Original price $10,574.00

    Current price $9,516.00

    The OMS recreates a classic design coveted by fingerstylists – and not a few flatpickers. For superior tone, we selected Aged Tone Italian Spruce a...

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    Original price $10,574.00

    Current price $9,516.00
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    2017 Bourgeois 0 Deluxe


    $5,325.00

    This top grade, comfortable sized, easy-playing smaller guitar, is in excellent condition and might be just right for you. It has a great balanced ...

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    $5,325.00
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    Santa Cruz OO Eric Skye specs w/ Cutaway

    Original price $10,610.00

    Current price $9,549.00

    This Eric Skye spec'd OO model is the perfect fingerpicking guitar with a 1 13/16” width nut, 24.9” scale length and 2 1/4” string spacing. The ton...

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    Original price $10,610.00

    Current price $9,549.00
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  • Santa Cruz D/PW

    Original price $10,125.00

    Current price $9,112.00

    The Santa Cruz D Pre War is one of the best sounding dreadnought guitars around and the woods selection on this guitar really supercharge the tone!...

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    Original price $10,125.00

    Current price $9,112.00
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    2021 Bourgeois OMS/C Signature Deluxe


    $8,395.00

    This mint condition 2021 custom OMS cutaway combines a slotted headstock, 1 13/16" nut and a 25.5” scale neck to recreate a classic design coveted ...

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    $8,395.00
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    2022 Bourgeois OMS-12/C Fingerstyle Deluxe


    $6,899.00

    We are the original sellers of this guitar. It is in excellent condition with only light signs of play on the guitar and frets. We personally selec...

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    $6,899.00
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    Collings OM2H - German Spruce/Cocobolo


    $8,850.00

    In a perfect world, every OM would sound like this! This very special custom Herringbone OM features a carefully selected German Spruce top and a g...

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    $8,850.00
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    2020 OO Eric Skye Custom


    $6,799.00

    This custom Eric Skye OO model is the perfect fingerpicking guitar with a 1 13/16” width nut, 24.9” scale length and custom 2 1/4” string spacing. ...

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    $6,799.00
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