Best Godin Guitars in 2026: 10 Picks Compared on Specs

Updated on Oct 26, 2026

The top pick is the Godin Multiac Nylon Natural HG, a nylon-string model chosen because the listing type is Classical or nylon and the name carries no extra Grand Concert, Mundial or Ltd tag. The rest of the guide covers every Godin guitar in the 10-listing pool, grouped by what the seller states: nylon-string type, acoustic-electric type, left-handed configuration, and cutaway or humbucker labels. Prices on the page are live.

10 picks from 10 guitars that match this guide with a price we can quote today. Prices below are live, each shown with the time it was read.

Quick list

Which one is right for you?

• For classical and fingerstyle players: Five of the ten picks are listed as Classical or nylon. Start with the Multiac Nylon Natural HG if you want the core Multiac nylon model without a Grand Concert or Ltd label. See pick 1
• For left-handed nylon players: The Concert Left-Handed Nylon String Classical is the only left-handed guitar in the pool and is also typed Classical or nylon. See pick 5
• For amplified acoustic sets: The Rialto RN GT EQ is the only pick typed Acoustic-electric in the pool and the only one with EQ in the product name. See pick 2
• For cutaway and humbucker players: The 5th Avenue Cutaway KingPin II HB is the only pick in the pool whose name states both a cutaway and a humbucker. See pick 3

All 10 picks in detail

1 Best overall

Godin Multiac Nylon Natural HG

Type

Classical or nylon

$2,399.00 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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This is the central Multiac Nylon in the pool: the name carries no Mundial, Grand Concert, SA, or Ltd tag, and the seller types it as Classical or nylon. Compared with the Grand Concert SA and the Opalburst, it gives buyers the plainest point of entry into the Multiac nylon line without extra model labels.

Pros

• Listed type is Classical or nylon, matching five picks in this pool.
• The most plainly named Multiac Nylon here, with no additional model tag in the product name.
• Natural finish is stated in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state body wood, scale length, or electronics details.
• No cutaway or gigbag is mentioned in the product name.
• Other Multiac nylon models in this pool offer Grand Concert or Ltd features in their names.

Good fit if

• Players who want a nylon-string Godin and prefer a model without extra trim labels.
• Buyers comparing Multiac variants and looking for the baseline name.

Skip if

• You want a left-handed guitar; the sole left-handed pick in the pool is the Concert Left-Handed.
• You want a listed acoustic-electric model; only the Rialto carries that type in this pool.

Verdict: The Multiac Nylon Natural HG is the most straightforward nylon-string choice in the current Godin pool.

2 Best acoustic-electric

Godin Rialto RN GT EQ Acoustic-electric Guitar

Type

Acoustic-electric

$1,030.00 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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This is the only listing in the pool typed Acoustic-electric, and the product name includes EQ. That makes it the clearest pick for players whose priority is plugging into an amp or PA, even though the seller leaves its pickup details unstated.

Pros

• Listed type is Acoustic-electric, unique among the ten picks.
• EQ appears in the product name.
• Natural finish is stated in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state the pickup system, preamp controls, or body wood.
• No nylon or classical type is listed, unlike five other picks.
• No left-handed version of this model appears in the pool.

Good fit if

• Acoustic players who want a listed acoustic-electric Godin with EQ in the name.
• Gigging players who will spend most of the time plugged in.

Skip if

• You want a nylon-string classical guitar; look at the Multiac or Concert models.
• You need a left-handed model; the pool's only left-handed option is the Concert.

Verdict: For an amplification-first Godin, the Rialto RN GT EQ is the only pick in this pool with both an acoustic-electric type and EQ in its name.

3 Best cutaway with a humbucker

5th Avenue Cutaway KingPin II HB CW Cognac Burst

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The name contains both Cutaway and HB, which points to a cutaway body and a humbucker pickup. In a pool otherwise dominated by nylon and acoustic-electric models, this is the only pick with that combination in its name.

Pros

• Cutaway is stated in the product name.
• HB in the product name indicates a humbucker.
• Cognac Burst finish is stated in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state body wood, scale length, pickup type beyond HB, or electronics details.
• Does not carry a classical/nylon or acoustic-electric type in the listing.
• No left-handed version appears in the pool.

Good fit if

• Players looking for a cutaway Godin with a humbucker in the model name.
• Anyone who wants a distinct non-nylon, non-acoustic-electric model in this pool.

Skip if

• You want a nylon-string or acoustic-electric listed type; those are the other categories in this pool.
• You need a left-handed instrument; only the Concert Left-Handed is listed that way.

Verdict: For a Godin with a cutaway and a humbucker in the name, the 5th Avenue Cutaway KingPin II HB is the one.

4 Best Multiac Grand Concert with gigbag

Godin Multiac Grand Concert SA Nylon String Electric Guitar Natural High

Type

Classical or nylon

$2,399.00 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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This listing is typed Classical or nylon, and its product name adds Grand Concert, SA Nylon, Natural High Gloss, and w/ Gigbag. Next to the Mundial Grand Concert, it is the Multiac Grand Concert that states the nylon string type and includes a gigbag in the name.

Pros

• Listed type is Classical or nylon.
• Product name states Natural High Gloss finish.
• Product name includes w/ Gigbag.
• Grand Concert appears in the model name.

Cons

• Seller does not state body wood, scale length, or pickup/preamp details.
• No cutaway is stated in the name.
• The Mundial listing shares a Grand Concert label without stating a nylon type.

Good fit if

• Players who want a Multiac Grand Concert nylon with a gigbag mentioned in the listing.
• Buyers who prefer a high-gloss natural finish.

Skip if

• You want a left-handed guitar; none of the Multiac listings is left-handed.
• You want a listed acoustic-electric type; only the Rialto carries that type.

Verdict: The Multiac Grand Concert SA Nylon covers the Grand Concert nylon corner of this pool with a gigbag and high-gloss finish in the name.

5 Best left-handed nylon

Godin Concert Left-Handed Nylon String Classical Guitar

Type

Classical or nylon

Left-handed

Yes

$949.00 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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The listing includes both left_handed: true and Classical or nylon type, making it the only left-handed guitar in the entire pool. For left-handed players who want a nylon-string classical, there is no other choice here.

Pros

• Only pick in the pool with left_handed listed as true.
• Listed type is Classical or nylon.
• Natural finish is stated in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state body wood, scale length, or electronics.
• No cutaway or gigbag is mentioned in the product name.
• The remaining nine picks are not listed as left-handed.

Good fit if

• Left-handed nylon-string players looking for a classical-type Godin.
• Players who need a left-handed instrument from the start.

Skip if

• You are right-handed; other nylon and acoustic-electric picks are listed without a left-handed marker.
• You want a Multiac-style model; the Multiac listings in this pool are not left-handed.

Verdict: For a left-handed nylon-string Godin, the Concert Left-Handed is the only listed option in the pool.

6 Best Multiac Mundial

Godin Multiac Mundial Grand Concert Mahogany Deluxe

$2,499.00 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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This is the only Multiac Mundial in the pool, and the name adds Grand Concert and Mahogany Deluxe. It sits beside the other Grand Concert model, but only this one carries the Mundial and Mahogany Deluxe labels.

Pros

• Only Mundial model in the pool.
• Grand Concert appears in the product name.
• Mahogany Deluxe is stated in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state a classical/nylon or acoustic-electric type for this listing.
• No body wood, scale length, or electronics details are listed by the seller.
• No left-handed version is indicated.

Good fit if

• Players who want the Mundial member of the Multiac family.
• Buyers interested in a Mahogany Deluxe label among the Multiac picks.

Skip if

• You need a listed nylon-string or acoustic-electric type; this entry has no type stated.
• You want a gigbag in the name; only the Grand Concert SA mentions one.

Verdict: The Multiac Mundial Grand Concert Mahogany Deluxe is the distinct Mundial entry in this Godin pool.

7 Best Multiac limited edition

Godin Multiac Nylon Opalburst MN Ltd

Type

Classical or nylon

$2,699.00 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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The product name includes MN Ltd and Opalburst, making it the only limited-labeled Multiac in the pool. It is also listed as Classical or nylon, so it belongs with the nylon-string group.

Pros

• Listed type is Classical or nylon.
• Ltd in the product name points to a limited edition model.
• Opalburst finish is stated in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state body wood, scale length, or electronics.
• No cutaway or gigbag is mentioned.
• Only one pick in the pool carries the Ltd label, so there is no direct comparison for it.

Good fit if

• Players who want a Multiac Nylon with a distinct limited-edition finish label.
• Collectors or buyers looking for the Opalburst MN Ltd variant specifically.

Skip if

• You want a plain natural finish; the Multiac Nylon Natural HG is the natural option.
• You need listed acoustic-electric type; the Rialto is the only one.

Verdict: If you want a limited-label Multiac Nylon, the Opalburst MN Ltd is the one in this pool.

8 Best A6 model

Godin A6 Ultra Deluxe

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Among the two A-series entries, this is the A6 with Ultra Deluxe in the name while the other is the A12 Natural SG. The seller does not list a type for it, so it is included for buyers comparing the A-series family by model name.

Pros

• A6 and Ultra Deluxe appear in the product name.
• Distinct from the A12 Natural SG in this pool.
• No extra nylon/acoustic-electric type label means it is a separate model entry, not a duplicate.

Cons

• Seller does not state a classical/nylon or acoustic-electric type.
• No body wood, scale length, electronics, or case details are stated.
• No left-handed version is indicated.

Good fit if

• Players who know the Godin A-series and want the A6 Ultra Deluxe variant.
• Buyers comparing A-series model names side by side.

Skip if

• You want a listed nylon-string or acoustic-electric type; this pick has none.
• You want a cutaway or humbucker in the name; use the 5th Avenue pick for that.

Verdict: The A6 Ultra Deluxe is the A6 entry in this Godin pool, included for its distinct model name.

9 Best A12 model

Godin A12 Natural SG

$1,699.00 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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This is the second A-series pick, after the A6 Ultra Deluxe, and the only A12 Natural SG in the pool. Like the A6, its listing has no type stated, so it serves buyers who are specifically comparing Godin's A-series by name.

Pros

• A12 and Natural SG appear in the product name.
• Only A12 model in the pool.
• Natural finish is stated in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state a guitar type, body wood, scale length, or electronics.
• No cutaway, gigbag, or left-handed marker is indicated.
• There is no second A12 to compare against in this pool.

Good fit if

• Players looking for the A12 model name in Godin's catalog.
• Buyers who want a side-by-side A6 and A12 comparison from the same pool.

Skip if

• You need a listed type; choose one of the classical/nylon or acoustic-electric picks.
• You need any stated spec beyond the model and finish; the seller leaves them unstated.

Verdict: The A12 Natural SG is the A12 slot in this Godin list, with only its model name and finish stated.

10 Best plainly named classical

Godin 049752 Presentation Nylon String Classical Guitar

Type

Classical or nylon

$735.08 (as of 10/26/2026 00:10 PDT - Details)

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Its product name says Presentation Nylon String Classical, and the seller types it as Classical or nylon. Compared with the Multiac variants, this is the only listing whose name uses the word Classical instead of Multiac.

Pros

• Listed type is Classical or nylon.
• Classical appears directly in the product name.
• Nylon String appears directly in the product name.

Cons

• Seller does not state body wood, scale length, or electronics.
• No cutaway or gigbag is mentioned in the name.
• No model-family tag such as Multiac is present, so there is less model context than the Multiac picks.

Good fit if

• Players who want a straightforward nylon-string classical name without Multiac branding.
• Buyers who prefer a clearly labeled classical guitar.

Skip if

• You want a Multiac model; four other picks carry that name.
• You want a cutaway or gigbag; neither appears in this listing's name.

Verdict: The Presentation Nylon String Classical is the most plainly labeled classical guitar in this pool.

Specs compared

How we chose these

The pool for this guide held 10 Godin listings, so every listed model is covered here instead of a shortlist cut. The picks are drawn from the specs and product names the seller publishes, then grouped by what the listing itself tells you: nylon-string type, acoustic-electric type, left-handed configuration, cutaway details, and model family. Where a spec is absent, the guide says so rather than guessing. Prices on the page are live and read from each store listing at the time the page loads, so they can move. Nobody at the site has handled or played these guitars; the picks are chosen from the listed type, model name, and published catalogue information. Awards are based on how the listed specs compare with the rest of the pool.

What to look for

Nylon string or acoustic-electric?

The pool splits into clear groups by the type the seller lists. Five of the ten picks are typed Classical or nylon: the Multiac Nylon Natural HG, Multiac Grand Concert SA, Multiac Nylon Opalburst, Presentation, and Concert Left-Handed. One pick, the Rialto RN GT EQ, is typed Acoustic-electric. Nylon strings are softer and warmer under the fingers, while an acoustic-electric guitar is built for being plugged in. If you know you want classical response, start with the nylon group; if the priority is a guitar listed for amplification, the Rialto is the only acoustic-electric pick here.

Body labels: Grand Concert, Mundial, SG and 5th Avenue

Model names carry body-style labels even when the seller gives no spec sheet. Grand Concert appears on the Multiac Grand Concert SA and the Multiac Mundial; 5th Avenue appears on the cutaway KingPin; SG appears on the A12. In general, a Grand Concert body is more compact than a dreadnought and gives a balanced, clear response, while larger bodies tend to be louder with more bass. Use these labels as a starting point, and treat the exact body dimensions as unstated because the listings do not give them.

Electronics and EQ

For acoustic-electric guitars, the preamp is the part that shapes the amplified sound. Onboard systems commonly offer volume and tone; some add phase to fight feedback and a tuner that can mute the output. In this pool the Rialto is the only listing typed Acoustic-electric and the only one with EQ in the name. The seller does not state which pickup or preamp is in the other picks, so if a particular control layout matters, check the listing before buying.

Finish names, wood names and what they tell you

Godin model names in this pool use finish descriptions: Natural, Natural High Gloss, Cognac Burst, and Opalburst, while the Mundial includes Mahogany Deluxe. Tonewood matters because the top and back/sides shape volume, warmth, sustain and brightness. A mahogany guitar, for example, is often described as clear and woody with a focused midrange. The seller does not state body woods for any of these listings, so a finish name like Mahogany Deluxe should not be read as a complete wood spec.

Use the left-handed filter

Left-handed players should note that only one pick in this pool carries a left-handed marker: the Concert Left-Handed Nylon String Classical. None of the Multiac picks is listed as left-handed, and the acoustic-electric Rialto is not marked left-handed either. If you need a left-handed nylon-string guitar, the Concert is the clear starting point. If you need a left-handed version of another model, the seller has not listed one in this pool.

Questions

What is the top Godin guitar in this guide?

The top pick is the Multiac Nylon Natural HG. It is listed as Classical or nylon, and its name stays close to the core Multiac nylon idea without Grand Concert, Mundial, SA, or Ltd tags. The seller does not state body wood, scale length, or electronics for it, so treat those details as unknown until confirmed elsewhere.

How many Godin guitars are in this pool?

The pool for this guide holds ten Godin listings, and all ten are covered. Five are typed Classical or nylon: Multiac Nylon Natural HG, Multiac Grand Concert SA, Multiac Nylon Opalburst, Presentation, and Concert Left-Handed. The Rialto is the only pick typed Acoustic-electric, and the Concert Left-Handed is the only pick with a left-handed marker.

Which Godin model is left-handed?

The Concert Left-Handed Nylon String Classical is the only left-handed guitar in the pool. Its listing includes a left-handed marker and a Classical or nylon type, so it is the single obvious starting point for left-handed nylon-string players in this guide. None of the Multiac picks is listed as left-handed.

Which Godin pick includes a gigbag?

The Multiac Grand Concert SA Nylon listing is the only one in the pool whose product name mentions a gigbag. The listing also states a Natural High Gloss finish and a Classical or nylon type. If a case or bag is essential, confirm the included gigbag with the seller before purchase, because no other pick in the pool mentions one.

Why are so many specifications missing from this guide?

The store listings that produced this pool publish model names and occasionally a guitar type, but they do not list body wood, scale length, pickup details, or preamp controls for most picks. This guide follows the rule that when a spec is not stated by the seller, it is called out rather than guessed. For exact dimensions or electronics, check the maker's own product documentation before buying.

Update history

• 2026-10-07: First published.

Sources

• Martin Acoustic Guitar Types
• Martin Acoustic Guitars Wood Guide
• Martin Acoustic Guitar Electronics Guide
• Martin Types of Acoustic Guitar Strings