What are the lightest weight acoustic guitar (dreadnought) options for easy portability?
This page compares 6 lightest weight acoustic guitar (dreadnought) options for easy portabilities with verified specifications and prices. Top options include KLOS KLOS Carbon Fiber Dreadnought with Presys VT pickup (Full Carbon variant with electronics), KLŌS KLŌS Full Carbon Dreadnought with LR Baggs Anthem pickup, KLŌS Guitars Full Carbon Dreadnought Guitar (Carbon Fiber, FCFS). Prices range from £524 to £2,097. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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KLOS KLOS Carbon Fiber Dreadnought with Presys VT pickup (Full Carbon variant with electronics)
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£1872.23 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Composite Ebony | 24.75 in | None (soundboard bracing: carbon strips) | ✓ |
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Full Carbon dreadnought with a carbon fiber composite body and composite ebony fretboard, lightweight and travel-ready with a bolt-on detachable neck. Includes Fishman Presys VT preamp for plug-and-play use; suited for gigging players and travelers who want durability and consistent tone across environments.
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KLŌS KLŌS Full Carbon Dreadnought with LR Baggs Anthem pickup
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£2096.98 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Composite Ebony | 24 3/4 in | Soundboard Carbon Strips | ✓ |
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All-carbon dreadnought built on the smaller end of the dreadnought range for portability and durability. Detachable bolt-on neck, composite ebony fingerboard, Graph Tech TUSQ nut and saddle, and LR Baggs Anthem pickup make it suited for touring players and anyone needing a weather-stable amplified acoustic.
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KLŌS Guitars Full Carbon Dreadnought Guitar (Carbon Fiber, FCFS)
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£1752.36 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Composite Ebony | 24 3/4 in | Soundboard Carbon Strips | — |
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Full-carbon dreadnought with a one-piece carbon fiber body and neck, lightweight construction, composite ebony fretboard, and detachable bolt-on neck for travel and durability. Suits gigging musicians, travelers, and players who need a stable, weatherproof acoustic with optional pickup configurations.
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Klos/Ct variant KLŌS Full Carbon Dreadnought - Carbon Timber option
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£1834.77 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Composite Ebony | 24 3/4 in | None | — |
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The KLŌS Full Carbon Timber dreadnought is a full-carbon composite acoustic with a warm, wood-like tone from its Carbon Timber body and a lightweight, durable build. It features a detachable bolt-on neck, composite ebony fretboard, and is aimed at players wanting a resilient, low-maintenance acoustic with acoustic tone close to wood.
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Crossrock CRF5030D Ultra-light Fiberglass Dreadnought Guitar Case (fits Martin Dreadnought)
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£523.68 ≈ | Dreadnought | — | — | — | — | — |
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Ultra-light fiberglass shell with waterproof, impact-resistant construction, alloy TSA lock, padded interior with removable suspension strips, and EVA padded backpack straps. Designed to fit Martin dreadnoughts (e.g., D28) and some Taylor Grand Auditorium models; suited for traveling musicians who need strong protection without heavy weight. |
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Martin Martin Road Series D-10/D-10E (Road Series dreadnought lightweight road guitar)
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£673.52 ≈ | Dreadnought | 6 | Richlite | 25.4 in | X bracing | ✓ |
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The Martin Road Series D-10/D-10E is a solid-wood dreadnought built for stage use with a comfortable Performing Artist neck and durable Richlite fretboard. It pairs sapele or spruce top tonewoods with onboard electronics, making it suitable for gigging players who want classic Martin tone in a road-ready package.
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