How do Fender's acoustic guitars compare to those of other brands?
This page compares 11 How do Fender's acoustic guitars compare to those of other brands with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Fender CD-60SCE, Takamine GN93CE-NAT, Martin DX1E. Prices range from £147 to £976. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Fender CD-60SCE
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£205.97 ≈ | Dreadnought Cutaway | 6 | Walnut | 25.3 in | 43 mm | Fishman CD-1 pickup/preamp |
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The Fender CD-60SCE is a six-string dreadnought acoustic-electric guitar with a solid spruce top, walnut fingerboard, Venetian cutaway, and built-in Fishman electronics with a tuner. Its comfortable rolled-edge neck and accessible price make it well suited to beginner and intermediate players who want to play acoustically or plug in. ★ Ideal forIt suits comparisons of Fender with other acoustic-guitar brands because its 25.3 in scale, 43 mm nut width, solid spruce top, walnut fingerboard, and Fishman CD-1 electronics show Fender's focus on familiar playability and practical amplified features.
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Takamine GN93CE-NAT
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£397.92 ≈ | NEX Cutaway | 6 | Laurel | 25.4 in | 42.8 mm | 2-part piezo, 1 per saddle |
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The Takamine GN93CE-NAT is a six-string NEX cutaway acoustic-electric guitar with a solid spruce top, laurel fretboard, and TK-40D preamp with built-in tuner and three-band EQ. Its balanced tone, comfortable cutaway, and versatile electronics suit players who perform live, record, or want a refined all-purpose acoustic. ★ Ideal forIt suits comparisons of Fender acoustic guitars with other brands because its 25.4 in scale, 42.8 mm nut, NEX cutaway body, laurel fretboard, and two-part piezo with TK-40D preamp provide concrete points of contrast in playability, body design, and amplified sound.
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Martin DX1E
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£479.85 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Richlite | 25.4 in | 44.5 | Undersaddle piezo |
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The Martin DX1E is a durable dreadnought acoustic-electric guitar with an HPL body, Richlite fingerboard, and Martin E-1 electronics with a built-in tuner. Its full, projecting sound and comfortable Performing Artist neck suit beginners, strummers, gigging musicians, and players who need a reliable instrument for travel. ★ Ideal forFor comparing Fender acoustic guitars with other brands, the DX1E provides a concrete benchmark: its dreadnought body, 25.4 in scale, 44.5 mm nut, Richlite fingerboard, HPL construction, and built-in Martin E-1 undersaddle piezo system combine traditional acoustic projection with durable stage-ready electronics.
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Guild D-140CE
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£738.24 ≈ | Dreadnought Cutaway | 6 | Rosewood | 25.5 in | 44.5 | Fishman GT-1 undersaddle piezo pickup with volume and tone controls |
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The Guild D-140CE is an all-solid dreadnought cutaway with a Sitka spruce top, African mahogany back and sides, and a rosewood fretboard. Its Fishman GT-1 electronics make it well suited to strumming, fingerstyle playing, and live amplified performance. ★ Ideal forIt suits comparisons of Fender acoustic guitars with other brands because its 25.5 in scale, 44.5 mm nut, all-solid spruce-and-mahogany construction, dreadnought cutaway body, and Fishman GT-1 undersaddle pickup provide concrete points of comparison for tone, playability, body design, and amplified sound.
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Fender California Standard Redondo CE, model 0974221506
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£206.70 ≈ | Redondo | 6 | Walnut | 25.5 in | 42.86 mm | — |
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This acoustic-electric guitar combines a Redondo dreadnought body with a cutaway, laminated spruce and sapele construction, and a slim C-shaped neck. Its onboard Fender electronics and built-in tuner make it suitable for beginners, strummers, and players who perform or record amplified. ★ Ideal forIt suits comparisons of Fender acoustic guitars with other brands because its 25.5 in scale, walnut fretboard, laminated spruce-and-sapele body, cutaway Redondo design, and onboard electronics show Fender's emphasis on accessible playability, distinctive styling, and amplified versatility.
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Epiphone Hummingbird Tribute, Antique Natural
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£146.91 ≈ | Square Shoulder Dreadnought | 6 | Laurel | 24.75 in | 43 | None |
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The Epiphone Hummingbird Tribute is a six-string square-shoulder dreadnought with a layered spruce top, layered mahogany body, laurel fretboard, and a compact 24.75 in scale. Its acoustic-only design and accessible specifications suit beginners, strummers, and players seeking the classic Hummingbird style without onboard electronics. ★ Ideal forFor comparing Fender acoustic guitars with other brands, this model provides a concrete contrast through its square-shoulder dreadnought body, 24.75 in scale, 43 mm nut width, laurel fretboard, and pickup-free acoustic configuration.
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Epiphone J-45 Express, Ebony, model ES1PPJ45EBNH1
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£216.31 ≈ | Round Shoulder Travel Acoustic | 6 | Laurel | 22.677 in | 43.0 mm | Piezo pickup |
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The Epiphone J-45 Express is a compact 7/8-size travel acoustic with a round-shoulder shape, layered spruce top, layered mahogany body, laurel fretboard, and piezo pickup. Its 22.677 in scale and gig bag make it well suited to beginners, travel, lessons, and casual unplugged or amplified playing. ★ Ideal forIt suits comparisons of Fender acoustic guitars with other brands because its 22.677 in travel scale, 43.0 mm nut, laurel fretboard, round-shoulder body, and piezo pickup provide concrete points for evaluating playability, portability, construction, and amplification.
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Fender CD-60 Dreadnought V3 - Black
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£147.64 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Walnut | 25.3 in | 43 mm | — |
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The Fender CD-60 Dreadnought V3 - Black is an affordable dreadnought acoustic with a laminated spruce top and laminated mahogany back and sides, built for a big, balanced sound. It features a walnut fingerboard and includes a hard-shell case (North America only). The style is well-suited for beginners starting out and for experienced players who want a low-cost second dreadnought. ★ Ideal forFender's dreadnought CD-60 V3 gives you the brand's classic dreadnought format with a 25.3 in scale length and a walnut fingerboard, delivering the Fender feel and straightforward spec set that's more 'plug-and-play' than many other brands' lower-budget acoustics that vary more on materials and neck/fret metrics.
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Fender CD-60S DREADNOUGHT LH, NATURAL
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£169.79 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Walnut | 25.3 in | 43 | — |
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The Fender CD-60S LH Natural is a left-handed dreadnought with a solid spruce top and laminated mahogany back and sides, designed for a bold, classic Fender acoustic sound. It has an easy-to-play neck with rolled fingerboard edges and a 20-fret walnut fingerboard for comfortable fretting. It's a good fit for beginners and anyone wanting an affordable, full-bodied acoustic for home, campfire, or casual playing. ★ Ideal forFender's acoustic dreadnought (solid spruce top, 25.3 in scale, 43 mm nut width, walnut fingerboard) gives a classic full-bodied feel at a mainstream price point versus many other brands' entry-level acoustics that use shorter scales or different fretboard materials.
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Martin D-X2E Molly Tuttle
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£975.96 ≈ | D-14 Fret | 6 | Ebony | 25.4 in | 42.9 | Martin E1 electronics with tuner, volume and phase controls |
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The Martin D-X2E Molly Tuttle is a dreadnought-style acoustic-electric guitar with a solid spruce top, figured mahogany HPL back and sides, ebony fretboard, and distinctive Moon Phase inlays. Its durable construction, comfortable 1941 neck profile, and Martin E1 electronics suit players who want a stage-ready guitar with traditional Martin tone and signature styling. ★ Ideal forFor comparing Fender acoustic guitars with other brands, this model provides a clear Martin reference point through its D-14 Fret body, 25.4 in scale, ebony fretboard, solid spruce top, and Martin E1 pickup system.
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Martin D-10E Retro Sapele
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£902.14 ≈ | D-14 Fret | 6 | Ebony | 25.4 in | 44.5 | Martin E1 |
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The Martin D-10E Retro Sapele is a dreadnought acoustic-electric guitar with a solid sapele body, scalloped X-bracing, and Martin E1 electronics with a built-in tuner. Its 25.4 in scale and comfortable PA Profile neck suit players who want powerful strumming, clear fingerstyle response, and reliable live amplification. ★ Ideal forIt suits comparisons of Fender acoustic guitars with other brands because its dreadnought body, 25.4 in scale, ebony fretboard, and Martin E1 undersaddle pickup provide concrete points of comparison for body design, playability, tone, and amplified performance. |
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