12 best cordoba guitars guitars

Product description

One of the original models of the Iberia series, the C5 is a full size acoustic nylon-string guitar with a solid Canadian cedar top, mahogany back and sides and a rosewood fingerboard. Handmade in the traditional Spanish style, the C5 also features an all wood inlaid rosette, rosewood binding, hand carved headstock, fan bracing system, and bone nut and saddle.

 

• Body Size - Classical
• Top  - Solid Western Red Cedar
• Back & Sides - Mahogany
• Body Finish - Gloss Polyurethane
• Bracing - Fan
• Bridge - Pao Ferro
• Saddle - Bone
• Fingerboard - Pao Ferro
• Neck - Mahogany
• Neck Shape - C Shape
• Nut - Bone
• Nut Width - 2"
• Scale Length - 25.5"
• Number of Frets - 19

 

• PERFECT ENTRY LEVEL GUITAR: Ideal for aspiring classical guitarists, as well as anyone looking for the warm sound of nylon strings and comfortable playability
• POWERFUL TONE: One of Córdoba's flagship models, the C5 is perfect as a first nylon-string guitar, this lightweight model is built with a solid Cedar top and mahogany back and sides to produce a clear, powerful tone with beautiful sustain
• BEGINNER FRIENDLY NYLON STRINGS: Lightweight and comfortable to play, nylon strings are much softer than steel strings, ideal for beginners
• 52mm nut width
• Savarez Cristal Corum strings in High Tension, 500CJ
• Hand orientation: Right Handed

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:	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.
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.

Product description

One of the most popular models and a staple in the Iberia Series lineup, the C3M is a full-sized, handcrafted guitar. It is built with the traditional Spanish fan bracing, a solid cedar top and mahogany back and sides. The C3M also has a hand inlaid wooden rosette, a rosewood fingerboard, and gold tuning machines with pearl buttons. The "M" in the title stands for its light matte finish.

• BEGINNER-FRIENDLY NYLON STRINGS: Lightweight and comfortable to play, nylon strings are much softer than steel strings, ideal for beginners
• FULL SIZE GUITAR: One of the most popular models and a staple in Córdoba’s Iberia Series lineup, the C3M is a full-sized, handcrafted guitar. Built with a solid cedar top (choice top wood for classical guitars) and mahogany back and sides
• TRADITIONAL SPANISH FAN BRACING: Fan bracing is preferred for classical guitars over lattice bracing, as it allows the guitar's top to vibrate more freely and provides a warmer and evenly balanced tone
• HIGH QUALITY FEATURES: The C3M also has a hand inlaid wooden rosette, a rosewood fingerboard, and gold tuning machines with pearl buttons. The "M" in the title stands for its light matte finish

User questions & answers

Question:	I've heard that there is an issue with the bridge sometimes coming off. Does anyone know if Cordoba has addressed this
Answer:	I've purchased about 80-90 Cordoba's for my classes, from C1 to C5s over the past few years. I've had three bridges break on me in that time, one on a C5 which I was able to fix, the other two were on C1's and were not fixable. So yes, it can be an issue, but the percentage I think is very low. It has never happened to me on a C3 and those are the most heavily purchased through my school.
Question:	what is to total weight of the cordoba c3m classical guitar
Answer:	The exact weight I don't know, but it is the weight of most standard sized classical's
Question:	for this "cordoba c3m classical guitar" , could you recommend a hard case to buy
Answer:	The Cordoba hardcase works well and has a humidifier pod built into it. This combined with the reasonably tight seal provided by the lid helps to maintain the humidity level and stops cracks from developing in the body of the guitar. I've also found it helps to maintain the guitar in tune for longer periods of time. Not cheap ($100 to $130) but should last a life time and can be used for a more expensive classical guitar should you choose to upgrade in the future. Had mine for several months now, driven approx 2,600 miles with it in the back of the truck and its kept the guitar perfect.
Question:	Which is the better buy for the price difference: Yamaha C40, Cordoba CP 110 or Cordoba C3M
Answer:	I don't really know... but... we were looking for a 3/4 size Cordoba C3M Cadete which we ended up purchasing from a different dealer. We were shipped a full size guitar instead of the 3/4. Apparently the model numbers are the same for both but we ended up with a full size the first time and had it marked up before the instructor had had a chance to look it over. Just a warning to make sure you are getting the correct size guitar as they might have the same model number. I have one guitar instructor that just loves the Cordoba brand of guitars and would like to see us buy more.

Product features

Cordoba C3M Acoustic Nylon String Classical Guitar

One of the most popular models and a staple in the Iberia Series lineup, the Cordoba C3M is a full-sized, handcrafted guitar. It is built with a solid cedar top, mahogany back and sides, and traditional Spanish fan bracing. The C3M also has a hand-inlaid wooden rosette, a rosewood fingerboard, and nickel plated tuning machines with pearl buttons. The 'M' in the title stands for its light matte finish.

C3M Full Specs

Solid cedar top, mahogany back and sides, rosewood fingerboard and bridge, black ABS binding, natural satin finish, 52mm nut width, 650 millimeter scale length, Savarez Cristal Corum strings in High Tension (500CJ).

Traditional Craftsmanship

Nylon string guitars are built more lightly than steel string guitars, allowing the soundboard to vibrate and resonate more freely. The fan 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 all Cordoba guitars, the C3M comes equipped with a lightweight, two-way truss rod that allows you to adjust the amount of relief in the guitar's neck.

More About the Iberia Series

Iberia models range from half to full size, and feature solid Canadian cedar or solid European spruce tops with African mahogany, cypress, or Indian rosewood back and sides. The scope of the Iberia series is quite broad; whether you're browsing for a student model, traditional classical, traditional flamenco, or a stage-ready nylon string guitar with a cutaway and pickup, you'll find what you're looking for! These completely handmade guitars are lightweight, with a warm, resonant tone and comfortable playing action.

More About Cordoba Guitars

Founded in 1997, Cordoba seeks to guide the evolution of the nylon string guitar, blending traditional craftsmanship of the early master luthiers with modern developments. Inspired by the organic beauty and honesty of acoustic instruments, every Cordoba is lightweight, responsive, and a direct descendant of the Spanish tradition. Cordoba continues to challenge the definition of the acoustic guitar without sacrificing the authenticity of its heritage.

Product description

Say hello to the mini II MH — Our popular mini travel-size guitar, but slightly bigger and with an extended 580mm (22 7/8”) scale length so it tunes perfectly to standard E. Despite its small profile, the mini II has a deeper body Depth which creates a well-rounded tone that is close to a full-size nylon string guitar. Built with all-mahogany woods, the mini II MH's unique voice is mellow, soft and balanced.

• Comfortable 1/2 size guitar, with standard tuning
• Layered Mahogany top, back and sides
• Nub one nut, 1. 875" Width
• C-profile Mahogany neck; 22. 875" Scale Length
• Satin polyurethane Body and neck finish

User questions & answers

Question:	What gig bag do you recommend for this
Answer:	Cordoba 1/4 Size Guitar Gig Bag is the exact match. I bought one from sweetwater for 50$.
Question:	Is there a truss rod
Answer:	There’s a truss rod and a key comes with it. One thing to bear in mind is that unlike the mini, This doesn’t ship with a case or bag.
Question:	Is this guitar recommended only with Nylon strings
Answer:	Definitely. Steel strings are a no-noon a classical guitar because the tension pull of the steel strings exceeds the design strength of the top. Classical guitars have thinner tops and lighter bracing under the top for reinforcement. Steel strings will eventually warp the top and cause the bridge to pull up. It also sounds bad. Get a smaller scale steel string guitar if you wish to playonsteel strings. Cheers.
Question:	My mini guitar was strung with Savarez strings- what kind of savarez? There are many types -I love the strings & want to get a backup set- tension
Answer:	The strings on the Mini II EB-CE are Savarez 500CJ high tension Corum strings. They are good, but you might want to give Savarez Cantiga Premium 510AJP a try. They are amazing strings and sound wonderful on this guitar. Sincerely, Daniel Calido Guitars

Product features

Meet the New Mini II in Mahogany

After many years of success with the original Mini, we are excited to introduce a fresh new take on the travel-size nylon string guitar: The Mini II! The Mini II simplifies impromptu jam sessions thanks to a new scale length that suits Standard E tuning. With a narrow nut width, the neck feels at home for crossover players and beginners. The Mini II is now available in three exciting tone-wood options and while some short-scale instruments sound more “ukulele”, the Mini II’s voice skews guitar - warm and full.

Say hello to the Mini II MH — our popular Mini travel-size guitar, but slightly bigger and with an extended 580mm (22 7/8”) scale length so it tunes perfectly to Standard E. Despite its small profile, the Mini II has a deeper body depth which creates a well-rounded tone that is close to a full-size nylon string guitar. Built with all-mahogany woods, the Mini II MH's unique voice is mellow, soft and balanced.

Mahogany

Built with all-mahogany woods, this Mini II’s unique voice is mellow, soft and balanced.

Flamed Mahogany

This Mini II is built with a flamed mahogany top, back and sides. It has an exotic look to match its beautiful voice.

Ebony, Cutaway + Pickup with On-board Tuner

Built with a solid spruce top and striped ebony back and sides, this Mini II is resonant with a clear, defined tone. Another stand-out feature is its cutaway for reaching the uppermost frets with ease and a Córdoba pickup with on-board tuner.

Product description

The C9 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 C9 features the vintage elegance of a hand-inlaId mother-of-pearl rosette inspired by a 1920s Domingo Esteso design. Features a solid Canadian cedar top and solid mahogany back and sides, and comes with a Cordoba polyfoam case.

• Solid Canadian cedar top
• Solid mahogany back and sides
• Hand inlaid Mother-of-Pearl "Esteso" Rosette
• Rosewood fingerboard and Indian rosewood bridge
• Includes Cordoba Polyfoam case
• Truss Rod Wrench 0.1 inch Allen Key

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 features

Cordoba C9 CD/MH Acoustic Nylon String Classical Guitar

One of the flagship models in Cordoba’s Luthier series, the completely handmade C9 features a solid Canadian cedar top with solid mahogany back and sides. Built in the style of Torres with Spanish fan bracing and Spanish heel construction, the C9 has the neck shape and flat fingerboard characteristic of traditional classical guitars. The C9 also features the Luthier series’ signature rosette, a mother-of-pearl inlay inspired by a Domingo Esteso rosette from the 1920s.

C9 CD Full Specs

Solid Canadian cedar top, solid mahogany back and sides, rosewood fingerboard, Indian rosewood bridge and binding, natural high gloss PU finish, 52 mm nut width, 650 mm scale length, Savarez Cristal Corum strings. Includes Cordoba hardshell humidified case. Also available with a solid European spruce top (C9 SP), as a parlor size (C9 Parlor, solid cedar top only), and with a crossover style neck (C9 Crossover, solid cedar top only).

Traditional Craftsmanship

Nylon string guitars are built more lightly than steel string guitars, allowing the soundboard to vibrate and resonate more freely. The fan 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 all Cordoba guitars, the C9 comes equipped with a lightweight, two-way truss rod that allows you to adjust the amount of relief in the guitar''s neck.

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

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 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

Product description

The Mini II Bass is here to expand your horizons and your registers! Based on our popular travel-sized Mini, the Mini II Bass is slightly bigger and features an extended 580mm (22 7/8”) scale length so it tunes perfectly to Standard E. Keep it acoustic and the Mini II Bass's deeper body depth will provide a well-rounded tone; use its Cordoba MB103 pickup to plug it in and you'll be surprised by this portable bass's rich, robust tone. Built with all-mahogany woods, the Mini II Bass MHE's unique voice is mellow, soft and balanced. Strung with nylon core, phosphor-bronze strings, the Mini II Bass feels and sounds more like a full size bass than its miniature bass counterparts. With the Mini II Bass MHE, you'll never have to leave the low-end behind!

• The Mini II Bass is here to expand your horizons and your registers!
• Features an extended 580mm (22 7/8”) scale length so it tunes perfectly to Standard E
• Keep it acoustic and the Mini II Bass's deeper body depth will provide a well-rounded tone
• Use its Cordoba MB103 pickup to plug it in and you'll be surprised by this portable bass's rich, robust tone
• Built with all-mahogany woods, the Mini II Bass MHE's unique voice is mellow, soft and balanced
• Guitar Bridge System: Hardtail Bridge
• Guitar Pickup Configuration: Piezo

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there a hard shell case available for this
Answer:	I don't think so. Honestly, its not really very economical to protect a $200 instrument with a hard shell case. I do recall there being a gig bag that says Cordoba on it, but not positive.
Question:	Does this have a truss rod
Answer:	Yes, this instrument has a truss rod.
Question:	What are actual dimensions? I can't believe its really 11+ inches deep, as listed
Answer:	The bass is exactly 34 1/2 inches from head to output jack, 11 inches across from widest part of body, 8 1/2 inches from narrowest part. Body is 3 inches thick.
Question:	What strings come with this instrument
Answer:	D'Addario EXPPBB190GS - Coated phosphor bronze, nylon core, small acoustic bass (.037 - .090)

Product description

Engineered for comfort and ease of use, the gig bag is made from heavy-duty water resistant nylon denier with thick foam padding for extra protection. Added features include a shoulder strap system for backpack style wear and a large pocket to carry other wandering-musician goods.

• Heavy-duty water resistant nylon denier
• Shoulder strap system for backpack style wear and large zipper pocket
• Fits all 3/8 or full size and thin body Cordoba guitars
• Cordoba Deluxe Gig Bag (630-650mm Scale)

User questions & answers

Question:	Amazon lists the same dimensions for the 4/4 and 3/4 size bags. Perhaps that is the box? What are the actual measurements of this bag? Thanks
Answer:	The bag measures 36" x 14 1/2" on the inside at the longest places. I have a Cordoba Cadete which is a 3/4 size classical guitar, it fits just right.
Question:	will it fit a C
Answer:	Yes-it fits my Cordoba C3M which has the same dimensions as the C9, and a Carruth 650mm Classical that is a bit narrower in the lower bout, but deeper than the Cordoba.
Question:	what are the inside dimentions for this bag
Answer:	fits a 7/8 Cordoba perfectly - no excess room
Question:	Does this gig bag have a neck support
Answer:	Actually this is an interesting question. I sell a lot of guitars with these bags and sometimes just the bags alone. If the bag comes with a guitar, then most of the time there is a neck support. If the bag comes without the guitar, most of the time there is no support.

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

This set of strings was designed in collaboration with Aquila in Italy to provide the optimal tone and response for the unique size & characteristics of the Cordoba Mini. Cordoba Mini Strings are made with Aquila's Super Nylgut for premium tone and tuning stability, and feature a ball-end design for easy and reliable installation.

• Customized specifically for the Cordoba Mini M, Mini R, and Mini O
• E tuning (6E 5A 4D 3G 2B 1e)
• Also available in A tuning (6A 5D 4G 3C 2E)
• Made in Italy

User questions & answers

Question:	Do you have to use cordoba mini strings or can you use any brand of E-E strings on the Cordoba Mini guitars
Answer:	I have never tried regular strings. The Cordoba Mini strings have ball ends on the basses, but you have to take the ball ends off the trebles that are on the guitar and put them on the new strings. Something of a chore to do. Not sure why they did this. It would be very difficult to take the ball ends off the basses and put them on a regular set of classical guitar strings, but it could be done.Great question!DanielCálido GuitarsEDIT: I agree with Chris Z. - DO NOT use acoustic steel strings! They will damage the guitar because the tension is much higher.
Question:	Could anyone tell me if once tuned 1 full step lower the strings aren't too loose? Thanks
Answer:	The strings are fine at one full step lower. Just a little less tight, but they sound fine.Daniel
Question:	Do these strings give a fuller, lower tone....I would think so but can't find many people who have swapped them from the A to A strings
Answer:	The strings do produce a lower-tone. The real benefit is that they allow you to play the mini exactly as you would your full-size guitar. I think that the A-A tuning is standard on the mini because it allows ukulele players to play uke tunes on the bottom four strings. Also, the A-A strings are a bit "brighter" which some prefer on a small body instrument.
Question:	Can these be used to replace A tuning Strings for Cordoba guilele also
Answer:	I have never tried them, but they should work ok. The scale length on the Mini is 510mm and the scale length on the Guilele is 432mm so they are plenty long enough. Should have similar tension, too.

Product description

This set of strings was designed in collaboration with Aquila in Italy to provide the optimal tone and response for the unique size & characteristics of the Cordoba Mini. Cordoba Mini Strings are made with Aquila's for premium tone and tuning stability, and feature a ball-end design for easy and reliable installation.

• Customized specifically for the Cordoba Mini M, Mini R, and Mini O
• A tuning (6A 5D 4G 3C 2E 1A)
• Also available in E tuning (6E 5A 4D 3G 2B 1e)
• Made in Italy

User questions & answers

Question:	Everyone seems to hate these. What are you all using instead
Answer:	I am now using guitarele A string set. They are more readily available.
Question:	I've read all about the poor quality and broken strings. Can I just use regular classical guitar strings with ball ends? Normal or high tension
Answer:	I would recommend the D'Addario EJ94 Requinto strings on a Cordoba Mini guitalele. 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 high tension. The Requinto scale length is 21.3", making the strings somewhat lower tension on the Cordoba Mini. I also played with the default Aquila set and found that the 1st string (high A) is too high tension... it might be why so many people are reporting that it breaks easily. I like normal tension and found that it is much easier to play with the D'Addario EJ94 Requinto than with classical guitar strings, or the Aquila set (I tried all three sets). Use a bead to tie up the strings.