Acoustic Guitars
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Taylor 312ce
$2,499.00Crafted at the intersection of solid-wood tone and workhorse utility, the 312ce generates a clear, punchy midrange response with a warm, woody character. With solid sapele back and sides and a Sitka spruce top, players can expect minimal overtones and a focus on the fundamental note, while our V-Class bracing serves up greater volume and longer sustain. The compact frame of the Grand Concert body shape makes for a comfortable, accommodating experience, and will especially appeal to fingerstyle players. The ES2 pickup provides natural-sounding amplified tone, making this a great guitar for virtually any musical application. Subtle, yet stylish appointments such as the white binding, Gemstone fretboard inlays in Italian acrylic and firestripe pickguard round out the package, which ships with a deluxe hardshell case.
2021 Santa Cruz VJ
$8,499.00This classic round-shouldered dreadnought is infused with characteristic Santa Cruz volume, balance and complexity. It drips with the kind of deep, rich bass and sweet trebles that you can usually only find on an old guitar thanks to it's Old Growth Mahogany body and Old Growth Adirondack Spruce top. It also has Adirondack bracing attached with hot hide glue. The 1 11/16” width nut and 25.375” scale length feel just right too! This is one wow of a guitar with classic, top shelf tone! This guitar and its case are in excellent condition. It comes with its hard shell case.
Bourgeois OMS-12 Vintage Heirloom Series
$7,199.00$6,479.00The OMS recreates a classic design coveted by fingerstylists – and not a few flatpickers. For superior tone, we selected Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce and bracing and Master Grade Indian Rosewood. We then added appointments like the Madagascar Rosewood head veneer, 1930's style Herringbone purfling and Nickel Buttertbean Waverly tuners. It comes with a hard shell case.
Bourgeois OMC Country Boy Heirloom Series
$7,799.00$6,999.00This beautiful custom OM features a sunburst Aged Tone Sitka Spruce with Aged Tone torrified bracing and a cutaway to give you easy access to the higher frets! Tortoise body binding 1930's style purling comment the tone of this fine instrument. With a hard shell case.
Bourgeois 00 Vintage Professional Series
$6,399.00$5,759.00This beautiful tap-tuned 00 delivers genuine vintage tone thanks to an Aged Tone Sitka top and master grade Indian Rosewood back. This short scale guitar is easy to play and features a 1 23/32" nut width and satin finished neck. It comes with its original hard shell case.
Bourgeois OM Country Boy/Heirloom Series
$9,249.00$8,324.00This OM's beautiful Sunburst Aged Tone Bearclaw figured Sitka Spruce top is an instant clue that this is one magic guitar! Matched with premium Mahogany this guitar just rings! The 1 3/4" nut width, long scale neck makes this guitar perfect for both fingerpicking and flatpicking. The Brazilian Rosewood headstock veneer, 1930's style purfling and rosette, cut-through saddle, ebony bridge pins and Waverly Nickel Oval tuners add to the elegance of this very special instrument. A deluxe hard shell case is included.
2022 Santa Cruz OM - Brazilian!
$17,600.00This OM is the one for you if you're looking for the best tone kind of tone in the world. The combination of Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, an old growth Adirondack Spruce top and Adirondack bracing attached with hot hide glue gives this OM the classic tone that we all crave. The beauty of the instrument is enhanced with Koa body, fingerboard and peghead binding as well as a custom Brazilian Rosewood peghead overlay. The 1 3/4” nut width and full Plek set-up makes the guitar feel just perfect. This fine musical instrument is in excellent condition with only the lights sign of pay and light fret wear with no dings, dents, scratches or issues. It comes with a hard shell case.
Bourgeois Professional Series Vintage D
$6,399.00$5,760.00No one knows Dreadnoughts like Dana Bourgeois and this tapped-tuned, hand-voiced Aged Tone Sitka Spruce and Indian Rosewood beauty is loud and full of that delicious traditional tone that you are seeking. The 1 23/32” nut width and 2.2” bridge spacing give you the fast feel that you need for playing traditional and contemporary styles. This Professional Series Dread from Bourgeois gives you a lot of bang for the buck! It comes with a deluxe hard shell case.
Bourgeois Country Boy D Professional Series
$6,199.00$5,579.00This Country Boy D's tone is super-charged by Bourgeois's full Aged Tone Package which includes an Aged Tone Sitka Spruce top, Aged Tone Adi bracing, Aged Tone Finish and animal protein glue. Its neck's 1 23/32" nut width ensures playing ease. With a 1930's style rosette and purfling and Schaller Vintage Bean tuners this guitar has great traditional styling as well as tone. Being part of the professional series means it is all American made, yet at a more affordable price for the pro musician. It comes with a deluxe hard shell case.
Bourgeois OM Vintage | AT Sitka & Indian Rosewood
$6,499.00$5,849.00This OM's tone is super-charged by Bourgeois's professional series Aged Tone Package which includes an Aged Tone Sitka Spruce top and Aged Tone Adi bracing. Its back and sides are premium Indian Rosewood. This Sitka-topped, tap-tuned guitar is balanced with great sustain and a robust complex tone. The long scale neck and 1 3/4” width nut make the guitar a breeze to play. It comes with a deluxe hard shell case.
Gallagher Doc Watson Model
$4,700.00This killer Doc Watson model is the Dread for your if you've been looking for a deep, rich tone with a thumping bass. It features a Mahogany body with Sitka spruce top, Ivoroid binding on body, neck and headcap, herringbone trim, Mother-of-Pearl dot inlay, 1 3/4" nut, Bone nut and saddle. Nitrocellulose lacquer, gloss finish. Hardshell Case included.
Taylor Builder's Edition 814ce
$4,499.00The 814ce has long been considered Taylor's flagship acoustic-electric guitar thanks to its mix of lush tone, playing comfort and all-purpose musical appeal. Here, we're thrilled to present the next evolution of this classic model: the Builder's Edition 814ce. For this version, we've kept the solid Indian rosewood back and sides and paired them with a four-piece Adirondack spruce top, a combo that yields an enticing blend of low-end warmth, treble-range clarity and remarkable power, with our V-Class bracing inside to draw out more of the blooming overtones and rich sustain that players love. A handful of comfort-focused enhancements, such as a beveled armrest and cutaway and a subtle body taper, elevate the relaxed, accommodating feel of the Grand Auditorium body, while a striking full-body gloss finish and Kona burst for the back and sides raise this model's visual profile. Whether you're looking for an all-purpose musical workhorse or an heirloom-quality guitar to augment your collection, the Builder's Edition 814ce makes a compelling case as the most quintessentially "Taylor" guitar we've ever built.
Taylor 214ce-K SB Plus
$1,599.00With its beautiful back and sides of layered Hawaiian koa, sunburst finish and solid-wood top, the 214ce-K SB Plus is a treat for both the eyes and ears. This versatile Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric features a solid top of torrefied spruce, seasoned by a special roasting process that adds an aged-in sweetness and warmth along with a rich voice with clear projection. Our C-Class bracing architecture dials up louder volume, longer sustain and more low-end power, yielding a balanced musical character that makes this model a great choice for virtually any playing style or application, from flatpicking to fingerstyle and live performance to recording. Featuring an easy-playing neck, accommodating body shape and built-in ES2 electronics for easy amplification, the 214ce-K SB Plus is the total package for any type of player.
Taylor Academy 12-N Sitka and Walnut
$699.00Ideal both for beginner players or experienced guitarists seeking an affordable nylon-string guitar to add to the toolkit, the Academy 12-N generates a rich, snappy acoustic tone with the classical-hued flavor that only comes with nylon strings. It's made with a solid torrefied spruce top for power, projection and articulation, with our special roasting process adding a dash mature, aged-in warmth. This compact Grand Concert model offers a seamless feel thanks to its player-friendly dimensions, built-in armrest and slender Taylor neck, which features a 1-7/8" nut width that provides ample spacing for fingerstyle arrangements but maintains a relaxed feel for fretting. The acoustic-only Academy 12-N ships with a soft-sided gig bag for transportation.
Lowden O-32 IR-SS Original Series Rosewood & Sitka Spruce
$5,030.00$4,780.00The ‘O’ size model is George’s original Lowden body design. Over the years the 32 has become increasingly sought after especially because of its full bodied and yet very clear defined tone. The sitka spruce top helps to balance the rosewood’s warm fullness. The O version is warm, full and clear. It comes with a deluxe hard shell case.
Bourgeois OM / The Championship | AT Adi & Mahogany
$7,399.00$6,659.00This Champ is one killer Mahogany OM! It features an Aged Tone Adi top, Aged tone finish and bracing, Animal Protein glue, Mahogany back and sides and a 1 3/4” nut for easy playing. Bourgeois' hand-voicing technique makes this guitar sound robust and balanced. It comes with its hard shell case.
2012 Flammang OM 60
$9,995.00This is one fantastic OM from the builder preferred by Jorma Kaukonen , Larry Campbell and other great pickers, David Flammang of Green, Iowa. The tone on this OM is rich, full dnd brilliant like you would expect from a master built, master grade instrument. It shows light signs of play but both it and its case are in excellent condition. This is one really special guitar!
Bedell LTD-SS/BR LTD Edition Serenade Orchestra
$6,999.00The Bedell Serenade Orchestra is a true masterpiece, like the other limited-edition acoustic guitars in the Brazilian Collection. It was meticulously handcrafted one at a time by the skilled team at the Bedell Custom Shop in Bend, Oregon. This rare and exquisite instrument ranks among the finest guitars in the world. The Brazilian rosewood, legally documented and carefully hand-selected, delivers both exceptional sound and striking beauty. Paired with Sitka spruce, it produces clear, rich tones with vibrant overtones—truly a collector’s dream. Only eight of these guitars were made in this limited edition run, and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA). Both the guitar and its original hard case are in excellent condition.
Santa Cruz Firefly Redwood Cocobolo
$12,255.00$11,030.00If 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 with a 24” scale and 1 11/16” width nut but it has an incredible tone thanks to its exquisite San Lorenzo Sinker Redwood top with Adirondack bracing attached with hot hide glue and its highly figured Cocobolo back. It comes with a hard shell case.
Taylor 222ce-K DLX
$1,999.00This deluxe Grand Concert acoustic-electric boasts a gorgeous visual profile thanks to back, sides and top of beautiful Hawaiian koa. A solid top yields a punchy midrange response with clear trebles and a woody, focused character that will grow even warmer over time. The compact body shape and narrower 1-11/16-inch nut width make for a remarkably accommodating, relaxed feel, perfect for everything from flatpicking and strumming to fingerstyle arrangements. Aesthetic refinements include a full-body gloss finish and gold hardware. This model includes ES2 electronics for clear, balanced plugged-in tone and a hardshell case for storage and transportation.
Collings D2H T - Traditional
$6,785.00This beautiful Traditional Series dreadnought is designed and crafted to showcase the most desirable characteristics present in coveted pre-war instruments. Bracing and tone woods are adjusted for weight and thickness to create a voicing characterized by warm, rounded highs and a present low midrange, while retaining a quick attack and strong projection. The 1 3/4" nut width, 25 1/2" scale length and 2 5/16" bridge spacing make this guitar comfortable to play. The Sitka Spruce top, Indian Rosewood back and sides and the all lacquer aging toner finish give the guitar a warm full sound. The drop-in bridge allows for easy adjustments in the future.
Santa Cruz OO - Wide Nut!
$8,460.00$7,599.00This is the perfect easy-playing fingerstyle 00! East Indian Rosewood, a Sitka Spruce top and Adirondack Spruce bracing combine with a 12 fret neck to yield a present, balanced tone. The 1 13/16” nut width and short scale neck give you comfortable fingering, even on hard to reach chords! With a hard shell case.
Taylor x MLB™ GS Mini - Boston Red Sox™
$799.00Rock your team colors with a Boston Red Sox™- branded Taylor GS Mini acoustic guitar officially licensed by MLB. The award-winning GS Mini offers easy playability, musical pitch precision, and a rich, bold voice in a compact, inviting form. With its scaled-down frame, slender neck and solid spruce top, the Taylor GS Mini serves up punchy acoustic sound in a package that’s ready to go anywhere. Perfect for practicing at home, jamming with friends or singing around the campfire, the GS Mini offers a travel-friendly musical companion with exceptional playability. Add in the ES-Go pickup (sold separately) and turn this award-winning guitar into an acoustic-electric that you can plug in on the fly. Full, lively sound in a comfortably compact body Solid Sitka spruce top yields clear projection and rich volume Slim, easy-playing neck profile for relaxed fretting at any skill level Travel-friendly size makes the GS Mini a perfect road guitar Includes padded gig bag for storage and transportation
Taylor Academy 12e-N
$799.00Nylon | Lutz Spruce Top | Layered Sapele Back and Sides | Mahogany Neck | West African Crelicam Ebony Fretboard | ES-B Electronics | Non-cutaway | Gig Bag Case
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.