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The 20 Best Children’s Guitars for Every Age – Guidebook

Next to the piano, the guitar is one of the most popular musical instruments among children. Many children want to learn how to make sounds and melodies with the guitar and play complete songs.

A children’s guitar can be the perfect introduction for your child to music and playing the guitar. Music educators recommend children’s guitars for ages 4 to 12. However, choosing the right children’s guitar depends less on age and more on the size of the child. The right children’s guitar must be adapted to the height of the child so that he can play the instrument properly. For this purpose, there are different sizes of guitars on the market to suit every child.

Of course, this is not the only criterion to consider when buying a children’s guitar. We have compiled a checklist for you to find out which guitar is the right one for your child. Our product recommendations give you further guidance.

Children Guitar Checklist

Size of the Children’s Guitar
  • The size plays an essential role in choosing the appropriate children’s guitar:
  • 1/4 children’s guitar: at a height of about 120 cm (circa at the age of 5 to 7 years)
  • 1/2 children’s guitar: at a size of 130 cm (approximately at the age of 6 to 9 years)
  • 3/4 children’s guitar: at a height of 140 cm (approximately at the age of 8 to 10 years)
  • 7/8 children’s guitar: at a height of 150 cm (approximately at the age of 10 to 12 years)
  • 4/4 guitar: at a size from 160 cm (circa at the age of 13 years)
Strings
  • Like the size, the string action is also decisive for whether children’s hands can play a guitar well.
  • The strings should be no more than 2 mm from the fret in the first fret so that chords can be fingered well.
  • The curvature of the guitar neck also plays a role: a strong curvature makes for too high a string action.
Good workmanship
  • When buying a guitar, make sure that it is well made.
  • It should be of high quality and not pose a risk of injury to your child.
  • If the frets are too sharp-edged, you should literally keep your hands off the guitar
  • Consider also the varnish of the guitar. A varnish that is cleanly applied and does not have a strong chemical smell indicates good quality

Based on our checklist, we have made a selection of recommended children’s guitars that meet the above criteria.

Toy Children Guitars for Toddlers

A toy children’s guitar is suitable for a playful introduction to the world of music. With them, even the smallest children can create their first sounds and melodies.

1/4 Child Guitars for 5 to 7 Years Old

For a more serious start, a 1/4 children’s guitar is suitable. It is the right choice for children aged 5 to 7 years. However, the height of the child is clearly more important. A 1/4 children’s guitar is suitable for a height of about 120 cm.

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Tip: You can find many more great 1/4 kids guitars in our guide to 1/4 kids guitars.

1/2 Children’s Guitars for 6 to 9 Years Old

For children with a height of about 130 cm the 1/2 guitar is the right choice. These are usually children between 6 and 9 years. Here you will find a selection of suitable guitars:

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Tip: You can find many more great 1/2 children’s guitars in our guide to 1/2 children’s guitars.

3/4 Children Guitars for 8 to 10 Years Old

A 3/4 children’s guitar is suitable for children from 8 to 10 years. It is optimal for a body height of 140 cm. Here you will find a suitable selection:

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Tip: You can find many more great 3/4 children’s guitars in our guide to 3/4 children’s guitars.

The Best Sellers of Children Guitars

We have compiled the most popular children’s guitars in a bestseller list for you.

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1 Raimy 17in Kids Ukulele Guitar - 4 Strings Mini Guitar Children Musical Instruments Educational Toys with Picks for Toddler Kids Boys Girls Beginner (Mahogany) Raimy 17in Kids Ukulele Guitar - 4 Strings Mini Guitar Children Musical Instruments Educational Toys...
2 KidKraft Lil' Symphony Wooden Play Guitar, Kids Musical Instrument Toy, Gift for Ages 3+, Multi Color ( Material- Wood Metal Plastic ) KidKraft Lil' Symphony Wooden Play Guitar, Kids Musical Instrument Toy, Gift for Ages 3+, Multi...
3 Best Choice Products 30in Kids Acoustic Guitar Beginner Starter Kit with Electric Tuner, Strap, Case, Strings, Capo- Sunburst Best Choice Products 30in Kids Acoustic Guitar Beginner Starter Kit with Electric Tuner, Strap,...
4 QDH Kids Toy Ukulele, Kids Guitar Musical Toy,17 Inch 4 Steel Strings, with Pick, Kids Play Early Educational Learning Musical Instrument Gift for Preschool Children, Ages 3-6(Wooden Color) (17.5inch) QDH Kids Toy Ukulele, Kids Guitar Musical Toy,17 Inch 4 Steel Strings, with Pick, Kids Play Early...
5 23' Acoustic Guitar, Kids 6 String Toy Guitar - Realistic Steel Strings - Beginner Practice First Musical Instrument for Children, Toddlers (Natural) 23" Acoustic Guitar, Kids 6 String Toy Guitar - Realistic Steel Strings - Beginner Practice First...
6 Kids Toy Guitar 6 String,17 inch Guitar Baby Kids Cute Guitar Rhyme Developmental Musical Instrument Educational Toy for Toddlers Kids Toy Guitar 6 String,17 inch Guitar Baby Kids Cute Guitar Rhyme Developmental Musical Instrument...
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8 30' Wood Classical Guitar with Case and Accessories for Kids/Girls/Boys/Beginners (Pink) 30" Wood Classical Guitar with Case and Accessories for Kids/Girls/Boys/Beginners (Pink)
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10 Pyle Beginner Acoustic Guitar Kit, 3/4 Junior Size Instrument for Kids, Adults, 36' Natural Gloss Pyle Beginner Acoustic Guitar Kit, 3/4 Junior Size Instrument for Kids, Adults, 36" Natural Gloss
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13 26 Inch Guitar Toy for Kids,Portable Electronic Guitar Musical Instrument Toy, Birthday Gifts for Beginner Children Toddler Boys Girls   26 Inch Guitar Toy for Kids,Portable Electronic Guitar Musical Instrument Toy, Birthday Gifts for...
14 Kids Guitar Musical Toy Ukulele Classical Instrument(Brown),with Extra Harmonica 16 Holes Kids Guitar Musical Toy Ukulele Classical Instrument(Brown),with Extra Harmonica 16 Holes
15 YEZI Kids Toy Classical Ukulele Guitar Musical Instrument, Brown YEZI Kids Toy Classical Ukulele Guitar Musical Instrument, Brown
16 Kisangel 1pc 23 Inch Acoustic Guitar Wooden Beginner Guitar Music Instruments for Kids Girls Boys Beginners(Wood Color) Kisangel 1pc 23 Inch Acoustic Guitar Wooden Beginner Guitar Music Instruments for Kids Girls Boys...
17 Battat – Toy for Toddlers, Kids, Children – Play Guitar with Songbook – Acoustic, Electric, and Song Modes – Lil' Rocker's Guitar – 2 Years + Battat – Toy for Toddlers, Kids, Children – Play Guitar with Songbook – Acoustic, Electric,...
18 Kids Toy Ukulele Guitar,Classical 17 Inch 4 String Mini Children Guitar with Pick,Educational Musical Instrument Toy for Toddlers and Preschoolers Kids Toy Ukulele Guitar,Classical 17 Inch 4 String Mini Children Guitar with Pick,Educational...
19 M SANMERSEN Kids Electric Guitar 4 Strings Kids Guitar Musical Guitar Toy with Flash Light Music Educational Toy Gift for Boys Girls Children M SANMERSEN Kids Electric Guitar 4 Strings Kids Guitar Musical Guitar Toy with Flash Light Music...
20 16 inch Mini Guitar Toy for Kids,Portable Electronic Red Guitar Musical Instrument Toy, Birthday Gifts for Beginner Children Toddler Boys Girls Age 3-6 16 inch Mini Guitar Toy for Kids,Portable Electronic Red Guitar Musical Instrument Toy, Birthday...

Tip: You will find many more great children’s instruments in our guide to musical instruments for children.

Current Offers of Children Guitars

In this list you will find the best offers on children’s guitars that are currently available:

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Tip: You can find many more great guitars in our guide to electric guitars for kids.

FAQ About the Children G uitar

Children’s guitar: What size?

When choosing the right size of a children’s guitar, the height of the child is crucial:
– ¼ children’s guitar: at a height of 120 cm (circa at the age of 5 to 7 years)
– ½ children’s guitar: at a height of 130 cm (circa at the age of 6 to 9 years)
– ¾ children’s guitar: at a height of 140 cm (circa at the age of 8 to 10 years)
– 7/8 children’s guitar: at a height of 150 cm (circa at the age of 11 to 12 years)
– 4/4 guitar: at a height from 160 cm (circa at the age of 13 years)

What is the size of a children’s guitar?

There are different sizes of children’s guitars to suit the different body sizes of a child. Basically, a children’s guitar is useful for children between the ages of 4 and 10. They vary in size. For example, there are 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 and 7/8 children’s guitars.

Children’s guitar: Which is the right one?

The question cannot be answered in a general way. There is no such thing as the right children’s guitar that is perfect for every child and every purpose. Depending on the size and purpose, a different children’s guitar is the right one. For toddlers, a toy children’s guitar is the right choice. Older children need a better instrument on which they can learn to play properly.

From when is a children’s guitar useful?

Around the age of 4, you can start thinking about slowly introducing your child to a guitar in a more serious way and getting them interested in the instrument.

Charlotte is passionate about writing for the Elternkompass. In her free time, her son Emil likes to keep her on her toes and together they spend a lot of time outdoors, walking around their home city of Leipzig. In her product recommendations, Charlotte shares her experiences with you.