10 best cordoba guitars groups

Product description

The Protege by Cordoba C1 is a full sized nylon string guitar with a spruce top, mahogany back and sides and high gloss PU finish. This guitar is perfect for a beginner who is just breaking into the nylon-string world. A lightweight truss-rod is included in the neck for easy neck-angle adjustment.

• Spruce top
• Mahogany back and sides
• Lightweight, full-size classical
• 52mm nut width
• High gloss PU finish

User questions & answers

Question:	Hello, Is this guitar setup and ready to play out of the box?, Action set to the correct height? about 3mm or less at the 14th fret? Thank You
Answer:	I set them up ay 3.6mm at 12th fret they are ready to go out of the box. I also level the frets. Every guitar in this price range needs that.
Question:	What hard case works for this guitar
Answer:	I got a soft case at Guitar Center.
Question:	Would anyone happen to have the dimensions of this guitar, Seems they give the sizes for the 1/2 and 3/4 sizes but nothing on this full size model
Answer:	Top = Spruce - Back & Sides MahoganyFinish High Gloss PUScale Length 650mm (25.6")Nut Width 52mm (2.04")String Spacing at Saddle 59mmFret Marker Inlays 5, 7, 9Number of Frets 12 to body, 19 totalBracing/Build Fan BracingBody Width & Length 285mm (11.2") at upper bout, 370mm (14.6") at lower boutOverall Length 39.125"Body Depth 98mm (3.9") at upper bout, 99mm (3.9") at lower boutStrings Savarez Cristal Corum in High Tension 500CJ
Question:	Does this come with the gig bag
Answer:	It does come with a gig bag, but it has no padding. I reccomend the Stagg STB10-C3. I have both if you would like to order them. BTW, I think the Cordoba Protege is the best bang for the buck in student level guitars. You can buy better ones, but not at this price point. Thanks!

Product description

The handmade C10 Left Handed Classical Guitar is one of the first all-solid guitars in the Iberia series. Along with the sweet, warm tone provided by its all-solid body, the C10 Left Handed features the vintage elegance of a hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl rosette inspired by a 1920s Domingo Esteso design. The C10 Left Handed Classical Guitar comes with a solid Canadian cedar top with solid Indian Rosewood back and sides. Other notable features of the C10 Left Handed include its black and gold tuning machines and adjustable truss rod. It also comes with a free Cordoba Polyfoam case.

• Left Handed version of the Famous Cordoba C10 CD/IN Classical Guitar
• Solid Canadian cedar top
• Solid Indian rosewood back and sides
• Hand inlaid Mother-of-Pearl "Esteso" Rosette
• Ebony Fretboard/Indian rosewood bridge

User questions & answers

Question:	where is this guitar made
Answer:	The Cordoba C10 Lefty is made in China. It is a high quality guitar made in a special section of the Cordoba factory with a small group of luthiers. We do a complete setup on the guitar in our shop before shipping. Please let us know if we can help. Sincerely, Daniel Calido Guitars

Product description

Slightly smaller than a standard guitar (7/8 size, 630mm scale length), the Dolce is great guitar for anyone looking for a lightweight, comfortable, and easy playing instrument. It is built with the traditional Spanish fan bracing, a solid cedar top and mahogany back and sides. To adjust the string height on this guitar, use the truss rod that is included in the neck.

• Solid Canadian cedar top
• Mahogany back and sides
• Lightweight, 7/8 size classical
• 50mm nut width
• Savarez Cristal Corum strings in High Tension, 500CJ

User questions & answers

Question:	how heavy is the neck? I found truss rod on classical guitar make it pretty heavy
Answer:	No, I will not buy another nylon string that doesn't have a truss rod.
Question:	the bridge is still in place but I can easily slip a thin paper under it in the central part from the back, nearly 8mm. No glue there. Is that normal
Answer:	I would say that is not normal. It sounds like the top is warped. I would contact the manufacturer it should be warrantied.
Question:	Strangely the tuning peg button broke on the bass 6th string. Can anyone recommend a replacement? It spins now it's cracked, making tuning impossible
Answer:	Contact Córdoba. They have very good customer service. There is a three year warranty on the guitar. Contact me if you need more help. Calido Guitars
Question:	What's the difference between this and the Cordoba C9 parlor
Answer:	The C9 parlor is all solid wood, cedar top and mahogany. The Dolce is solid cedar top and laminate mahogany back and sides. Thank you, Daniel Calido Guitars

Product description

Cordoba's 1/2 size Requinto guitar is handmade with a solid cedar top and mahogany back and sides. The hand-inlaid all-natural wood rosette and Indian rosewood detailing distinguishes this model from other guitars in this price range. It is designed with the traditional 5-fan Torres style bracing to produce a rich Spanish sound in spite of its diminutive string length. Ideal for children learning how to play nylon string guitars. Winner of Winter NAMM 2010 Best in Show.



The Requinto comes strung with high tension Savarez guitar strings, which are meant to be used in standard E tuning. Because the scale length of this guitar is slightly shorter than a full size guitar, the tension will be slightly lower than a full sized guitar as a result, but will still play very well in standard tuning. The Requinto can be tuned up as high as a minor third up to G standard tuning, which will increase the tension, but any tunings higher than this are not recommended, as the added stress of the higher string tension of these tunings will compromise the long term health of the instrument.

• Solid Canadian cedar top
• Mahogany back and sides
• Lightweight, 1/2 size classical
• 47mm nut width
• Savarez Cristal Corum strings in High Tension, 500CJ

User questions & answers

Question:	What case fits the Cordoba Requinto
Answer:	Cordoba 3/4.
Question:	What is the scale length on this guitar
Answer:	The Cordoba Requinto is 580mm scale length. Thank you, Daniel Calido Guitars
Question:	where is this guitar being shipped from
Answer:	If you order from Cálido Guitars it will ship from Texas. We will be happy to do a complete setup on the guitar in our shop before shipping at no additional cost. Sincerely, Daniel Calido Guitars
Question:	What case fits the Cordoba Requinto
Answer:	I bought both off Amazon- case and requinto-- awesome fit! 4.5 out of 5 stars 180 Reviews Gator Cases Hard-Shell Wood Case for 3/4 Sized Acoustic Guitars (GWE-ACOU-3/4)

Product description

The Cordoba C9 Parlor* is ideal for the player looking for the feel, comfort, and ease of playability that a smaller instrument provides, while retaining the sweet, warm tone created by all-solid wood construction. Built with a solid Canadian cedar top with solid mahogany back and sides, the C9 Parlor features a 7/8 body size, 50mm nut width, and the fan bracing pattern found on most Cordoba guitars. This bracing pattern gives the center of the soundboard more surface area to vibrate and respond to the tension of the strings. A more responsive soundboard makes the guitar louder, and provides better tone.



Like every guitar in the Luthier series, the C9 Parlor is built with Spanish heel construction, where the top of the guitar is attached to the neck, the sides are added next, and the guitar’s body is sealed by the installation of the back. This construction technique allows the entire instrument to vibrate as one unified piece.



Aesthetic touches like the mother-of-pearl weave rosette inspired by a 1920’s Domingo Esteso guitar add a touch of vintage elegance to this best-seller. Other premium features include a rosewood fingerboard, rosewood bridge, high gloss finish, and Savarez Cristal Corum strings. The C9 Parlor includes Cordoba’s lightweight polyfoam case.



*With the introduction of the C10 Parlor, Cordoba decided to rename the model previously titled “C9 Dolce” to “C9 Parlor.” We felt the word “Parlor” was a better, more universal descriptor of a small body instrument. No features of the guitar were changed aside from the name.

• Solid Canadian cedar top with solid mahogany back and sides
• Lightweight, 7/8 size classical guitar
• Hand inlaid Mother-of-Pearl "Esteso" Rosette
• Rosewood fingerboard and Indian rosewood bridge
• Includes Cordoba Polyfoam case

User questions & answers

Question:	Thinking about getting the c7 but would u think the c9 is better quality and better sounding guitar
Answer:	I havent seen the C7 to be able to compare the two. I can only say that the C9 is a beautifully constructed instrument with a rich tone. It is a pleasure and joy to play.
Question:	Where is the cordoba c9 cd/mh made? thanks, in advance
Answer:	The Cordoba C9 is made in China. Thank you! Calido Guitars
Question:	Is the Guitar Saddle Bridge made of bone
Answer:	Yes, the saddle and nut are both made of bone. This is a very nice sounding guitar. Please let us know if we can help. We set up all of our guitars in our shop before shipping.All the best,DanielCalido Guitars
Question:	Does anyone find buzzing sound on the 4,5 and 6 strings? (I have this issue with mine
Answer:	You need more relief in the neck. Tighten the truss rod screw about 1/4 turn at a time until the buzzing stops. This will introduce relief (relief causes a slight bowing of the neck which will fix the buzzing problem). After the relief is adjusted you may need to adjust saddle height to get your preferred sting height at the 12th fret.

Product description

A complete guitar package containing a Cordoba nylon string acoustic guitar with spruce top and nato back and sides, travel gig bag, digital clip-on chromatic tuner with color display, 2 picks, and a guitar chord and lesson book.

• Spruce top
• Nato back and sides
• Rosewood bridge and fingerboard
• Natural satin finish
• Includes CP100 guitar, digital clip-on tuner, travel gig bag, instructional booklet and chord chart, and 2 guitar picks

User questions & answers

Question:	what strings do these take? I'm looking to replace mine but i dont know what specific type to get
Answer:	The strings that come on most Cordoba guitars are Savarez 500CJ, but the CP100 comes with D'Addario EJ27H High Tension strings. You might want to try a mixed tension string set like the Augustine Regal Blue or Savarez 500ARJ. These strings have high tension basses and normal/low tension trebles. Most classical guitars sound really good with these mixed sets.Good luck! So many good choices. :)DanielCalido Guitars
Question:	Is this guitar full size
Answer:	Yes, it is full size, solid cedar top, matte finish. Very good guitar for beginners. Easy to play and sounds very good.Thanks!DanielCálido Guitars
Question:	Would this be a good beginner flamenco guitar? Can you give me a few reccomendations
Answer:	I am very satisfied with this guitar. I like the sound of it when I play. (Often, I will use a Dunlop 88N capo to modify the guitar's tone.) I do recommend this guitar for a beginner and the price is right. I think it's a great deal. I paid $150 and I see the price now is $145. You get a digital tuner, a few picks, a guitar bag and they pay the freight. After I bought my Cordoba CP100, I visited Guitar Center and never saw a similar guitar in the same price range. I recommend going to You Tube and watch videos on how to play guitar. The video is free and you can watch it over and over if you need to. In my opinion, the digital tuner was a game changer for me. Prior to the digital tuner, I would tune my old guitar "by ear". After I watched a You Tube video on how to tune a guitar with a digital tuner, everything changed. The Cordoba guitar sounds so good when it is tuned using the digital tuner. In my opinion, the Cordoba CP100 is a good deal and I recommend it......Ted
Question:	How is the action on this guitar - high, low, etc
Answer:	We set up all guitars in our shop before shipping. Typically the action is 3.4 - 3.6 mm at the 12th fret 6th string. Let us know if we can help.DanielCalido Guitars

Product description

The new Cordoba Mini M is the ultimate travel instrument, offering the playability of a full size guitar in a compact, lightweight body with an impressively loud voice. This miniature guitar features a solid spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides for a clear, complex tone. Its comfortable, thin U-shaped neck and 1.875" (48 mm) nut width offers the feel and string spacing of a full-size guitar. It has a scale length of 20.125" (510 mm), and is tuned just like a guitar - either in standard E or up a 4th to A (ADGCEa - recommended and factory spec for the most vibrant tone). The Cordoba Mini M is a perfect companion for road trips, vacations, and hanging out at home. Includes a Cordoba gig bag.

• Solid spruce top with mahogany back and sides
• Miniature nylon string guitar with full size feel and playability (20.125" [510mm] scale length, 1.875” [48mm] nut width)
• Natural satin finish
• Custom Aquila string set, tuned to A
• Includes custom Cordoba gig bag
• Lightweight body with an impressively loud voice
• Hand orientation: Right Handed

User questions & answers

Question:	How do I get this to sound great tuned in E
Answer:	You can buy a set of E strings from Cordoba.
Question:	Anyone know the difference between the cordoba mini o version and mini m version
Answer:	Hello Giles, the difference is a matter of materials used: Mini M - Top Wood:Solid Spruce Back & Sides Wood:Mahogany Mini O - Top Wood:Solid Ovangkol Back & Sides Wood:Ovangkol There's lots of YouTube videos of the Córdoba Mini's, would be a good idea to get an impression from there! Good luck and kind regards, Victor, the Netherlands
Question:	What is the length of the guitar. Would it play comfortably for my 4'3" child
Answer:	The Mini M is 30.5" long, scale length is 510mm. This is the same as a ½ size guitar. That is a perfect size for a child 4'3" tall. You might also consider the Cordoba C1 Protege ½ size or the Cordoba C5 Requinto which is also ½ size. We provide free setup in our shop before shipping for all guitars. Please let us know if we can help.Thanks,DanielCalido Guitars
Question:	Can I use regular classical strings guitar? Which tension
Answer:	Yes, you can. I recommend the D'Addario EJ94 Requinto strings. It sounds really good. The scale length of the Cordaba Mini is 20". The length of a classical guitar with a capo on the 5th fret is 19.2". So the same A tuning on the Cordoba Mini using classical guitar strings makes it too high tension. The Requinto scale length is 21.3", making the strings somewhat lower tension on the Cordoba Mini. I like normal tension and found that it is much easier to play with the D'Addario EJ94 Requinto than with classical guitar strings (I tried both). Use a bead to tie up the strings as other said.

Product features

Presenting the Cordoba Mini Series

The Cordoba Minis are the ultimate travel instrument, offering the playability of a full size nylon-string guitar in a compact, lightweight body with an impressively loud voice. The Minis are offered with three different wood combinations: spruce/mahogany, spruce/Indian rosewood, and all ovangkol.

Tuning Your Cordoba Mini

The Cordoba Mini comes strung with Cordoba Mini Strings, tuned up a fourth from standard guitar (ADGCEa); we recommend this string set and tuning for the most vibrant tone and optimal playability. If you'd like to play your Mini in standard E tuning, you can purchase the E set of strings separately.

Cordoba Mini M

The Cordoba Mini M features a solid spruce top with mahogany back and sides offering a clear, complex tone.

Cordoba Mini R

The Cordoba Mini R features a solid spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides providing a deep, full tone.

Cordoba Mini O

The Cordoba Mini O features a solid ovangkol top with ovangkol back and sides, offering a rich, warm tone and exotic appearance.

Product description

The C4-CE's solid African Mahogany top provides a crisp, articulate tone, combined with African mahogany back and sides for balanced volume and sustain. The construction is based upon our traditional Spanish classical guitar, with the inclusion of a soft cutaway and a slightly thinner 50mm-width neck designed for comfortable playability and easy upper-register reach. Premium design elements such as a Maple binding, Abalone rosette, and a striking Edge burst finish will help you stand out from the crowd. The Fishman Sonitone active pickup system produces a rich and natural sound when amplified, and puts the sound hole mounted controls at your fingertips - perfect for gigging and recording.

• Solid African Mahogany top
• Fishman Sonitone classical piezo
• Maple Binding
• Satin finish.Bridge Material:Pau Ferro
• 50mm nut width

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have mounts to hook up a strap? I looked at one in a store and it didn’t have the strap mounts
Answer:	No strap mounts. However, you can find straps that grab the soundhole.
Question:	Does this have an adjustable truss rod
Answer:	yes it does. One of the few I have found that does.
Question:	What material are the strings
Answer:	Nylon.
Question:	Is the string nylon or metal
Answer:	Nylon

Product description

The C5-CE SB gives the best-selling Cordoba C5-CE a fresh spin and a whole new vibe. It's got everything you love about the original C5-CE, which has been a mainstay in the Iberia series for years, but adds the distinctly modern touch of a solid European spruce top with sunburst finish. Mahogany back and sides and traditional Spanish fan bracing add to the warm, yet crisp tone of this contemporary take. A soft cutaway and Fishman Isys+ make this unique guitar perfect for gigging. Additional features include rosewood binding, bridge, and fingerboard, an all wood inlaid rosette, and stylish gold and pearl tuning machines.

• solid sitka spruce top with african mahogany back and sides
• cutaway and fishman isys+ pickup with onboard tuner
• rosewood bridge and fingerboard
• 52mm nut width
• savarez cristal corum in high tension 500cj

User questions & answers

Question:	Please clarify—is this right or left handed? One comment says it is a great left handed guitar? I’m confused
Answer:	The listing you have here is for right handed. There is a C5 Lefty, but it is a totally different listing. Thank you, Daniel Calido Guitars
Question:	Can this product be used by right handed people by changing order of the strings
Answer:	I agree with the previous response that you have to change the nut, but you also need to change the saddle as the bass side is higher than the treble, not much, but enough to cause buzzing on the bass strings sometimes. You can try it and see. If it buzzes on the basses, then you need to get a new saddle, too. Do you have a C5 lefty you want to convert? If not, then just buy a regular C5. If you are trying to convert, then contact us and we can send you a right handed nut and saddle. They are not expensive. Good luck!DanielCalido Guitars
Question:	How does the c5 spruce compare to the c7 sp
Answer:	Both are solid Spruce top, the C5 has laminate mahogany back/sides, C7 has laminate Indian Rosewood back/sides.
Question:	Does this guitar have a high action from the 10th fret onwards? Would the action be that of a classical guitar or a steel string acoustic
Answer:	This is a traditional classical guitar, so the action will be consistent with a classical guitar. The only difference with this model is the cutaway. That being said, our shop can adjust the action of the instrument before shipping. If you prefer lower action, let us know. There are limits to how low it can be, however.

Product description

The Protege by Córdoba C1M is the perfect nylon string guitar for students of all levels, and is perfectly at home in the classroom or at home. Comfortable and easy to play, it's a great first guitar at an affordable price. Every Protege C1M is built with a spruce top, mahogany back and sides, a comfortable, slim neck profile, traditional mosaic rosette, and a matte polyurethane finish. Like all Córdoba instruments, C1M models feature premium Savarez strings and an adjustable truss rod for lifetime neck stability.

• Perfect nylon string guitar for students of all levels
• The C1M fits perfectly at home in the classroom or in a household
• Great guitar at an affordable price
• Spruce top with Mahogany back and sides
• Adjustable truss rod for lifetime neck stability
• Guitar Bridge System: Hardtail Bridge

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there a big difference is size between the 4/4 and 3/4? A salesman said there was
Answer:	Yes there is a difference for sure. For a smaller person the 3/4 is more comfortable to play. It just depends on your size and needs.
Question:	If someone can tell me the difference between the c1, c1m and c100m, that would be incredible. especially, what does the 'm' mean
Answer:	The Protege C1 is a full gloss guitar. The Protege C1M is a flat/matte version of the C1 at a slightly lower price with no gig bag. The M stands for matte. The C100M is a product built for Amazon exclusively.
Question:	What is the scale length? (From inner side of saddle to inner side of nut
Answer:	18-13/16 inches.
Question:	Does this come with the Cordoba gig bag
Answer:	mine did not