Differences between a Left-Handed and a Right-Handed Guitar

Between a standard right-handed guitar and a guitar designed for left-handed guitarists, there are several structural differences that cannot be modified once the guitar is built.

To make a guitar suitable for left-handed players, it is not just a matter of changing the position of the strings . On these guitars, the fingerboard is sanded in the opposite direction and the bridge has an inverted design, which is offset backwards to equalize the gauge of the different strings.

In the case of the bracing, although the distribution is symmetrical, the harmonic bars do not have the same thickness on the right side as on the left side. For this reason, in left-handed guitars, the thickness must be reversed.

In conclusion, changing strings alone will not result in a left-handed guitar , and if you do, the results will not be adequate, resulting in fret buzzing problems, etc.

At Alhambra Guitars we have developed 5 models of classical guitar with a design aimed at left-handed guitarists. These models cover the beginner (study), conservatory and concert lines.