Acoustic guitars

Acoustic guitars in Australia: what to pay and check

Updated 4 November 2026

An acoustic guitar in Australia costs from about A$59 for a basic full-size model to around A$4,600 for a premium name brand, based on shop prices in November 2026. The fastest way to see offers for your own budget is to post a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Warranty and your rights

Warranties in Australia are extra promises on top of the consumer guarantees, and a warranty cannot take those guarantees away. Terms vary by brand: one major maker gives its acoustic guitars five years, another gives two years on acoustic models, and several limit cover to the original purchaser from the date of purchase. Ask the seller for the warranty terms in writing before you pay, and say whether you want a used guitar, because a second-hand instrument may not qualify.

Season and humidity

November is spring here. Summer runs from December to February and winter from June to August. Care guides from Australian music retailers advise keeping an acoustic at 40–50% relative humidity, and both the hot summer and the heated winter months can push a guitar outside that range. Say in your request if you need a case with a humidifier.

Sizes and delivery

Listings give sizes in inches, such as 38in or 41in, and use 3/4 for student models, so state the size in inches as listed. Name your city in the request so sellers can confirm delivery between Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, or a local pick-up.

What to write in your request

Name the guitar type (dreadnought, auditorium, classical or cutaway), the level you play at and the top wood you prefer. Say whether you want new or used, what should be included, such as a case, bag or tuner, and your budget in A$. A model name helps if you already have one in mind.

BlaBlaPrice is free for buyers. You write what you need in your own words in a chat, and you can add a photo of the guitar. Our AI asks for any missing details, looks through shop websites and price lists in Australia, and shows the prices and businesses it finds. Registered sellers receive the request and reply in the chat with their price and terms, while your contact details stay hidden. Start with a request on the home page, or read how it works.