These Prime Day-beating 4th of July acoustic guitar deals are still available - here's 6 unbeatable savings from just $169.99

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Independence Day may have been and gone, but these offers are still alive and kicking – proving there's no need to wait for Amazon Prime Day

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While Amazon Prime Day might grab headlines, seasoned players know some of the best deals land quietly. And that's exactly what happened this past Independence Day weekend, with respected retailers like Sweetwater, Guitar Center, and Musician’s Friend all offering rare savings on premium acoustic guitars, with discounts that rivalled anything we're likely to see this summer. Now, while some of these sales have ended, I've spotted that some are still going strong and there are multiple ways to save.

Whether you’re a working musician looking to add a reliable stage guitar to your collection, a collector drawn to heritage tonewoods, or simply in need of a well-crafted backup, these sales cover trusted names like Martin, Taylor, Yamaha, and Washburn. From solid-wood construction, to stage-ready electronics and bespoke classical pieces, there is genuine value to be found here, not just inflated MSRPs and flash.

Last week I sifted through the noise to bring you a focussed list of the best 4th Of July acoustic guitar deals available. Whilst some of them are now off-sale, there are still some bargains to be had. I've listed them in price order to help you match the right guitar to your budget.

Yamaha F335
Yamaha F335: was $199.99 now $169.99 at Musician's Friend

In terms of overall quality and durability, you can’t get much better than a Yamaha acoustic. Beginners rejoice, as Musician’s Friend has knocked $30 off this F335 to get you playing sooner rather than later. With an all-laminated construction, the F335 is built to take some beatings. In a Johnny Cash-inspired black finish, this Dreadnought has plenty of projection and versatility to take you through the early stages of learning.

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Fender Newporter Player Limited Edition
Fender Newporter Player Limited Edition: was $419.99 now $299.99 at Guitar Center

Take this Limited Edition Fender Newporter in stunning Midnight Wine and post up by the campfire for a sing-along. You won’t need tipsy courage to pull the trigger either, with a generous $120 saving. A slim taper ‘C’-shaped neck and iconic 6-in-line tuners blend playability, style, and summer-ready charm.

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Washburn Bella Tono Suprema SC40SCE
Washburn Bella Tono Suprema SC40SCE: was $629 now $479 at Sweetwater Sound

Washburn’s Bella Tono range is akin to a parlor, but slightly bigger, and sits at the apex of the acoustic guitar range. It is perfect for smaller players, and the SC40SCE is ultra-modern in every way. With a $150 saving at Sweetwater, this beauty features a beveled maple armrest, Barcus Berry LX4 electronics, a side sound port, a gorgeous floral fingerboard inlay, and that is not even scratching the surface.

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Alhambra 7 P Classic Conservatory
Alhambra 7 P Classic Conservatory: was $1,799.99 now $1,599.99 at Sweetwater Sound

As far as classical guitars go, Alhambra is up there with the best. Sweetwater has always recognized that, and is now giving guitarists the chance to own this beautiful 7 P Classic Conservatory for $200 less. Hand-built in Spain, this model features everything you’d want: a solid cedar top, Indian rosewood back and sides, and a melamine saddle, all working together to produce a responsive, strong, and snappy tone that will sweep you away to Andalusia.

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Taylor GT K21e Grand Theater
Taylor GT K21e Grand Theater: was $5,999 now $3,599.40 at Musician's Friend

Koa is a beautiful wood, with each cut totally unique and Taylor consistently selects the best of the best. Save an eye-watering $2,400 on this GT K21e Grand Theater right now. Perhaps a misnomer, the Grand Theater body shape sits between a GS-Mini and Grand Auditorium in size. Wielding this medium-sized body shape is incredibly comfortable and I love the shorter 24-1/8" scale length, it makes long chord stretches a breeze. Couple that with a fully solid Koa construction and you have a unique American beauty at a fraction of the cost.

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Martin D-28 Rich Robinson
Martin D-28 Rich Robinson: was $6,999 now $6,099 at Sweetwater Sound

Sweetwater is giving Black Crowes fans a killer chance to own a piece of rock ’n’ roll history, knocking a huge $900 off Rich Robinson’s signature D-28. Modeled after his father’s 1954 Martin, the very one that hit the stage at the Grand Ole Opry, this is a modern recreation steeped in Americana history. With an aged spruce top, East Indian rosewood back and sides, a very thin vintage gloss, authentic hide glue and aged nickel tuners, it is a vintage-styled dreadnought built for serious players chasing tone with heritage.

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Chris Barnes
Chris Barnes

I'm Guitar Player's eCommerce Editor. In addition to testing the latest music gear, it's my job to manage the buyer's guides on the site and help guitarists find the right gear and the best prices for them. I've been a guitar player for 30 years and a drummer for almost 20. I've worked in the music gear industry for 20 years, including 7 years as Editor of the UK's best-selling drum magazine Rhythm, and 5 years as a freelance music writer, during which time I worked with the world's biggest instrument brands including Boss, Laney and Roland.