Acoustic guitars

Acoustic guitars in the UAE: what they cost and how to buy

Updated 4 November 2026

A new beginner acoustic guitar in the United Arab Emirates costs roughly AED 200 to AED 600 for a kit or 3/4-size model, while a full-size dreadnought from an established brand is about AED 660 to AED 1,150. Prices are approximate, according to sellers' websites, November 2026. For a current offer in your city, send a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Local rules and what to check

Some sellers offer a one-year limited warranty on manufacturing defects when the manufacturer gives none, so ask for the terms in writing and keep the receipt. Repair and restoration workshops in Dubai handle electric, acoustic, bass and classical guitars, which matters if you buy a used instrument. Some online sellers offer cash on delivery, so confirm the payment options before you order.

Heat, humidity and the season

Summers from May to September are very hot, and a guitar left in a parked car can crack or lose its set-up. Keep it in its case in an air-conditioned room, away from direct sun. The mild months from November to March are the most comfortable time to try instruments in shops and to practise on a balcony without the heat.

Sizes, delivery and what is included

Sellers list body sizes in inches, for example 36, 38 or 41 inches, so convert before you choose a case: 38 inches is about 97 cm. Prices are per instrument. Kits often come with a gig bag, strings and picks, so check whether these are in the price. Sellers in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain quote in AED; ask about the delivery fee to your emirate before paying.

What to put in your request

Name the guitar type (acoustic or electro-acoustic), the player's level, the body size in cm or as a type such as dreadnought, and the top wood if the tone matters to you, for example spruce or solid cedar. Add whether you want new or used, what must be included (bag, strings, tuner, picks), your budget in AED and the delivery city.

BlaBlaPrice sends your request to sellers registered on the platform, and they reply in the chat with their own offer: price, terms and delivery. Your contacts stay hidden until you choose whom to contact, and you can also invite a shop you know by sending it the request link. Browse musical instruments or read how it works.