What are the best electro-acoustic guitars under £600?

The best choice here comes down to fit rather than spending the full budget. Try each guitar seated and standing if possible: body size and playing comfort matter more than looks over a long session.

The Martin LX1E Little Martin Electro Acoustic is the smaller-format option on this shortlist. If you prefer a jumbo body, compare the Guild F-2512E Jumbo Electro Acoustic with the Gretsch G5022CWFE Rancher Falcon Jumbo Electro Acoustic. Neither is automatically better simply because it costs more.

For left-handed players, the Takamine GN51CE NEX Electro Acoustic Left Handed Natural is the explicitly left-handed option supplied here. All four listed best new prices fall below £600; the best-value used acoustic guitars list is also worth checking before you buy.