5 Acoustic Guitars Without Soundhole – Plus 19 Alternatives

Last Updated on April 29, 2023 by Teemu Suomala

I dove deep into the world of acoustic guitars without soundholes…and you know what? There are not many of them. Also, after research, owning an acoustic without a traditional soundhole started to intrigue me more and more.

I gathered all the acoustics without soundhole I could find in this article. I also listed acoustics that have small soundholes and a couple of Yamaha’s silent guitars. These can provide some of the same effects tonally that acoustics without soundholes can.

Let’s get started with the guitar lists and then I’ll answer some frequently asked questions about acoustic guitars without soundholes!

Also check acoustic guitars with offset soundhole out.

Author: Teemu Suomala

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5 Acoustic Guitars Without Soundholes

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One brand I recommend investigating is Batson Guitars, they have produced a ton of different acoustics without soundholes or with non-traditional soundholes. I didn’t find any new models to be sold anywhere, but the second-hand market seems to have some Batson guitars to offer. Check how Batson Troubadour sounds:

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19 Alternatives to Acoustic Guitars Without Soundholes

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If you are interested about Ovation guitars(some Ovations are great alternatives to acoustic guitars without soundhole), check this article I crafted with Darren: 5 Best Ovation Guitars in 2022.

FAQ

How Acoustic Guitars Without Soundhole Sound?

Tonewoods and soundhole have a huge impact on the tone and volume of an acoustic guitar. Without a soundhole, the tone is less open, less bright, and it can sound a bit muted(or even dull). Here’s a video about nylon string acoustic guitar without sound hole (this guitarist is extremely talented with classical guitar):

If you cover the soundhole with a soundhole cover or let’s say, a blanket, you can get some idea of how acoustic guitar without a soundhole sounds like(not the exact same effect). To me, acoustic guitars without holes don’t sound bad and they have some use, but I personally prefer the acoustic to have at least some kind of soundhole.

Who Should Buy An Acoustic Guitar Without A Hole?

If you are after a guitar that is quieter or want to play plugged in, acoustic guitar without a hole can be an excellent option. Also, if you prefer a less bright tone, these guitars might be worth testing. The unique look of them is another thing, acoustic without any holes on it is something special.

But without a soundhole, the acoustic guitar might not be the most versatile instrument and is likely to be quiet. Keep these in mind before buying one.

Why Do Some Guitars Not Have A Hole in Them?

Leaving soundhole out of the equation the tone, sound, and volume of an acoustic guitar can be changed. For example, if you are after a more quiet guitar, leaving the soundhole out is one way to achieve that. Also unique looks and innovation are other reason why some acoustic guitars don’t have a soundhole.

Does An Acoustic Guitar Need A Soundhole?

An acoustic guitar doesn’t need a soundhole in order to make a sound. But if there’s no soundhole, it will affect the sound. And usually, players prefer to have at least some kind of soundhole in their acoustics. It opens up the tone, increases volume, and sound brighter.

Check our picks for the best acoustic guitars under $1000 and the best acoustic guitars under $500.

Conclusion on Acoustic Guitars Without Soundhole

We found out that there are not that many acoustic guitars without soundhole available, but there are plenty of alternatives. Acoustics with small holes and even silent acoustic guitars can do the trick for some people. But as we saw, there are still some acoustics without soundhole available.

Personally, I’m looking forward to adding acoustic guitar with a non-traditional soundhole to my collection. Acoustics with F-holes are definitely one of the most interesting options to me.

Hopefully this post helped you out, if you have any questions, just leave a comment.

I wish you all the best and keep rocking!

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