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Guitar Center — Classical & Nylon Guitars
$189.99•Affordable classical guitar with a warm tone.
Warm, expressive, and easy to play.
A nylon-string classical guitar offers a softer, warmer tone and a comfortable playing experience that’s especially well suited to fingerstyle, classical music, Latin styles, and relaxed acoustic playing.
The Yamaha C40 is an affordable, dependable choice for beginners and experienced players who want a great-sounding nylon-string guitar without a premium price tag.
Great for:
Classical • Fingerstyle • Latin music • Beginners • Songwriting
Yamaha SLG200N Silent Nylon-String Guitar
$879.99•Silent nylon-string guitar for quiet practice.
Nylon tone. Almost no noise.
The Yamaha SLG200N gives you the warm, expressive sound and feel of a nylon-string guitar while letting you practice quietly through headphones.
It’s an excellent choice for players who love the feel of a classical guitar but want the flexibility to practice late at night, travel easily, or plug directly into a recording setup.
Great for:
Quiet practice • Recording • Travel • Fingerstyle • Classical players
Córdoba Stage Nylon-String Electric Guitar
$849.99•Electric nylon-string guitar with stage-ready sound.
Nylon tone. Built for the stage.
The Córdoba Stage brings the warm, expressive sound of a nylon-string guitar into a sleek, stage-ready design. Its comfortable feel and amplified performance make it a great choice for players who want classical character with modern versatility.
It’s especially well suited for performing, recording, and players who want the distinctive sound of nylon strings without being limited to traditional acoustic settings.
Great for:
Live performance • Recording • Latin music • Fingerstyle • Singer-songwriters
🎸 3/4-SIZE GUITARS
Great for: Beginners • Kids • Smaller hands • Travel • Campfire playing
Yamaha CGS103A 3/4-Size Classical Guitar - $159.99 · Guitar Center
A smaller guitar with a warm, musical voice.
The Yamaha CGS103A is a 3/4-size classical guitar designed to make playing comfortable for younger musicians and players with smaller hands.
Its nylon strings offer a warm, gentle tone, while the compact size makes it easier to hold and play than a full-size classical guitar. It’s a great introduction to classical guitar and an excellent option for developing proper technique.
Great for:
Kids • Beginners • Classical • Fingerstyle • Smaller hands
Mitchell Launch O100JR Auditorium Junior Acoustic Guitar - Natural $159.99 · Guitar Center
Compact size. Full-on acoustic fun.
The Mitchell Launch O100JR is a comfortable junior-sized acoustic guitar that makes playing more approachable without feeling like a toy.
Its smaller body is easier to hold and play, making it a smart choice for younger musicians, beginners, or anyone who prefers a more compact instrument for travel and casual playing.
Great for:
Beginners • Kids • Smaller hands • Travel • Songwriting
Yamaha JR2 3/4-Size Acoustic Guitar - Tobacco Sunburst $199.99 · Guitar Center
Small in size. Big on adventure.
The Yamaha JR2 gives you the feel and sound of an acoustic guitar in a compact 3/4-size design that's easy to hold, play, and take anywhere.
It's a fantastic choice for younger players, beginners, travelers, or anyone who wants a smaller guitar without giving up the fun and feel of a real acoustic instrument.
Great for:
Beginners • Kids • Travel • Smaller hands • Campfire playing • Songwriting
WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED?
Keep your first setup simple.
You don't need a mountain of gear to start playing acoustic guitar.
We recommend starting with:
Guitar
Your instrument and the most important part of the setup.
Tuner
An easy way to keep your guitar sounding right while you're learning.
Picks
Try different thicknesses and find what feels comfortable.
Guitar Strap
Especially useful if you'll be playing standing up.
Extra Strings
Eventually, every guitarist breaks a string. Having a spare set is a good idea.
Gig Bag or Case
Protect your guitar when you're carrying or storing it.
DON'T OVERTHINK IT.
Your first guitar doesn't have to be your forever guitar.
Your first acoustic guitar is about one thing:
Getting you to play.
You can upgrade your instrument later. You can experiment with different body sizes, tones, strings, pickups, and playing styles as you develop.
Right now, you just need a guitar that feels good in your hands, sounds good to your ears, and makes you want to pick it up tomorrow.
READY TO START?
Explore our acoustic guitar picks at Guitar Center.
From affordable beginner instruments to professional acoustic guitars, Guitar Center has options for virtually every player and budget.
Prices and availability may change. Sweet Spot Gear recommendations may contain affiliate links.
WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED?
Keep your first setup simple.
You don't need a mountain of gear to start playing acoustic guitar.
We recommend starting with:
Guitar
Your instrument and the most important part of the setup.
Tuner
An easy way to keep your guitar sounding right while you're learning.
Picks
Try different thicknesses and find what feels comfortable.
Guitar Strap
Especially useful if you'll be playing standing up.
Extra Strings
Eventually, every guitarist breaks a string. Having a spare set is a good idea.
Gig Bag or Case
Protect your guitar when you're carrying or storing it.
DON'T OVERTHINK IT.
Your first guitar doesn't have to be your forever guitar.
Your first acoustic guitar is about one thing:
Getting you to play.
You can upgrade your instrument later. You can experiment with different body sizes, tones, strings, pickups, and playing styles as you develop.
Right now, you just need a guitar that feels good in your hands, sounds good to your ears, and makes you want to pick it up tomorrow.
READY TO START?
Explore our acoustic guitar picks at Guitar Center.
From affordable beginner instruments to professional acoustic guitars, Guitar Center has options for virtually every player and budget.
Prices and availability may change. Sweet Spot Gear recommendations may contain affiliate links.