Westlake Village, CA, Sept. 3, 2026 — Guitar Center today announced the Mitchell Acoustic Guitar Collection, a new eight model lineup that represents the largest design update in the brand's history and arrives during Mitchell's 40th anniversary year. The collection will be available exclusively at Guitar Center stores nationwide and at GuitarCenter.com beginning Sept. 3, 2026. The redesign focuses on enhanced comfort, improved tuning stability and amplified performance for players at every level.
“For Mitchell’s 40th anniversary, we rebuilt the entire collection around what musicians told us matters most and set a new standard for quality,” said Gabe Dalporto, CEO of Guitar Center. “Customer response has been overwhelmingly positive, and we believe these guitars exceed the performance of the best-known brands in the category at their respective price points.”
Electronic controls on Mitchell O100CE Acoustic Electric
The collection was created with input from working musicians, front line associates and customer testing to solve everyday player problems. Key engineering changes include refined neck profiles for long session comfort, tightened nut and bridge tolerances for improved tuning stability, upgraded MP2 preamps on select models with built in tuners for better stage control, and the addition of select solid and torrefied tops for greater tonal depth. Controlled blind A/B comparisons against national competitors showed players preferring the new models for feel and amplified response.
The eight model range spans entry to premium instruments with suggested retail prices from $159.99 to $439.99. Entry level models emphasize comfortable necks and hybrid fretboards, mid-range models add solid top and 12 string options for fuller voice, and premium models feature torrefied spruce and A grade mahogany tops for warmth and projection. All guitars are inspected for immediate playability, with units available at all Guitar Center locations.
"We built these instruments to inspire musicians the moment they pick them up," said Rich Thrush, Vice President, Private Brands of Guitar Center. "Every detail – from the feel of the neck to the voice of the electronics and the factory setup – was designed to remove barriers and fuel creativity. We believe a great guitar shouldn't just sound incredible out of the box; it should make you want to keep playing."
Collection overview:
O100CE Acoustic Electric, $159.99
Entry model for beginners, auditorium body, slimmer comfort neck, dark HPL/rosewood hybrid fretboard, 18:1 tuners and MP1 electronics.
Mitchell O100CE Acoustic Electric in natural finish
D150CE Acoustic Electric, $279.99
Entry-plus model with dreadnought body, comfort neck and the MP2 preamp with built-in chromatic tuner for reliable, amplified performance. Available finishes include blue burst.
Mitchell D150CE Acoustic Electric in blue burst finish
O150CE Acoustic Electric, $279.99
Entry-plus auditorium body with MP2 preamp and built-in tuner, tuned for balanced acoustic tone and stage readiness.
O150CE Acoustic Electric in sunburst finish
D200M Acoustic, $219.99
Solid mahogany top with open pore finish for warm, resonant acoustic tone; dreadnought body; aimed at players moving beyond a first guitar.
Mitchell D200M Acoustic in natural finish
D20012E 12-String Acoustic Electric, $349.99
Solid spruce top 12-string delivering rich, full body and chorus-style shimmer, includes MP2 preamp with built-in tuner; dreadnought body.
D20012E 12-String Acoustic Electric in natural finish
O250CE Premium Acoustic Electric, $379.99
Solid torrefied spruce top for a warmer, more mature tone and stronger projection; auditorium body.
O250CE Premium Acoustic Electric in natural finish
O250CEM Premium Acoustic Electric, $379.99
A-grade mahogany top with open pore finish for enhanced resonance and natural voice; premium setup and feel; auditorium body.
Mitchell O250CEM Premium Acoustic Electric in edge burst finish
D25012CE Premium 12-String Acoustic Electric, $439.99
Torrefied spruce top 12-string with MP2 preamp for premium amplified 12-string tone; dreadnought body.
Mitchell D25012CE Premium 12-String Acoustic Electric in black finish
The all-new Mitchell Acoustic Guitar Collection will be available beginning Sept. 3, 2026, exclusively at Guitar Center stores nationwide and online at guitarcenter.com.
