{"id":10324,"date":"2023-01-12T09:00:09","date_gmt":"2023-01-12T09:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gear4musicblog.kinsta.cloud\/?p=10324"},"modified":"2023-01-12T09:48:30","modified_gmt":"2023-01-12T09:48:30","slug":"which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Classical Guitar Should I Buy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#What_are_Spanish_and_classical_guitars\" >What are Spanish and classical guitars?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#So_how_do_I_choose_a_classical_guitar\" >So, how do I choose a classical guitar?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Ortega\" >Ortega<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Cordoba\" >Cordoba<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Yamaha\" >Yamaha<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#La_Mancha\" >La Mancha<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Try_before_you_buy\" >Try before you buy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Acoustic_or_electro-acoustic\" >Acoustic or electro-acoustic?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Piezo\" >Piezo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Microphone\" >Microphone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Do_you_need_electronics\" >Do you need electronics?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Accessories\" >Accessories<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Tuner\" >Tuner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Nylon_strings\" >Nylon strings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Strap\" >Strap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Stool\" >Stool<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/which-classical-guitar-should-i-buy\/#Time_to_wrap_up\" >Time to wrap up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/types\/classical\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spanish and classical guitars<\/a><\/strong> are siblings of acoustic guitars &#8211; they&#8217;re identical in many ways but there are some distinctions.<\/p>\n<p>Nylon strings are the biggest difference, as well as neck size and body shape.<\/p>\n<p>However, these small idiosyncrasies actually mean they sound very different from acoustic guitars &#8211; and produce a unique tone in their own right.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;What are Spanish and classical guitars?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Spanish_and_classical_guitars\"><\/span>What are Spanish and classical guitars?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21434 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The strings of the Deluxe Classical Guitar by Gear4music\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Ahh ola amigo! Perd\u00f3neme? Oh, sorry, you don&#8217;t speak Spanish? Me neither, as you can probably tell.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have a niggling desire to try some nylon? Do you have a sneaking suspicion that there&#8217;s some Spanish in your blood? Then welcome to this Spanish and classical guitar buying guide! And let me tell you, it&#8217;s going to be a fiesta!<\/p>\n<p>First off, what&#8217;s the difference between a Spanish and classical guitar?<\/p>\n<p>Well, in reality, there isn&#8217;t actually a difference. Not at all. They are, in fact, one and the same. However, you can see the reasoning.<\/p>\n<p>Nylon string guitars are used to play many Spanish-influenced ditties like Romanza, Malaguena, and Asturias (aka Leyenda). They&#8217;re also used for flamenco. At the same time, these guitars are used for classical songs, as well as some old-school folk.<\/p>\n<p>Basically, they&#8217;re great for anything fingerpicked.<\/p>\n<p>Tonally, Spanish and classical guitars (let&#8217;s just call them classical guitars from here on in) have a very bright, melodic air.<\/p>\n<p>The strings are also much easier to play as they require less finger strength to press down.<\/p>\n<p>This makes them a very popular choice for beginners, although bear in mind that some of the most advanced players in the world play a classical guitar!<\/p>\n<p>Their bodies have a distinctive shape and often sport a spruce top with back and sides often consisting of mahogany, but it&#8217;s not uncommon to see multiple other tonewoods used.<\/p>\n<p>Pay attention to the tonewoods when choosing a classical guitar &#8211; they play a very important role in creating the overall tone.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;So, how do I choose a classical guitar?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_how_do_I_choose_a_classical_guitar\"><\/span>So, how do I choose a classical guitar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21551 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Cordoba C1M Classic Guitar, Natural\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>As with any guitar, knowing how it sounds before you make that all-important purchase should go a long way in informing your decision.<\/p>\n<p>If you can, it&#8217;s best to actually try out the instrument to get a good idea of the feel and tone.<\/p>\n<p>Failing that, there are usually plenty of videos on YouTube or manufacturer websites which will show you how a guitar sounds.<\/p>\n<p>But first, you&#8217;ll need to have a little look around to see what your options are.<\/p>\n<p>The great thing about classical guitars is that you really don&#8217;t need to spend a fortune to get a great-sounding instrument.<\/p>\n<p>So, where do you start?<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s break down some of the main classical guitar brands out there.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ortega\"><\/span>Ortega<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A Spanish-sounding name, but German-standard engineering.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Acoustic_Guitars\/Ortega.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ortega<\/a><\/strong> have been making classicals since 1994. They offer a wealth of quality, with plenty of options to choose from.<\/p>\n<p>The price range varies, from the very affordable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural\/35B5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">C1M<\/a><\/strong> to the astronomically expensive <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Ortega-JRSM-COS-Javier-Reyes-8-String-Electro-Nylon-Solid-Spruce-Top\/2I82\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Javier Reyes 8-String Electro Nylon<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Acoustic_Guitars\/Ortega.html?page=1&amp;filters[262]=12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ortega classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cordoba\"><\/span>Cordoba<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Singing with sonic and aesthetic beauty, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&amp;filters[manufacturer_id]=969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cordobas<\/a><\/strong> are very well crafted with some stunning finishes if you&#8217;ve got an eye for style. Just look at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Cordoba-C4-CE-Electro-Classical-Guitar-Edgeburst\/2TGL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">C4-CE Electro<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>In fact, they have a really decent range of electro-classicals if you&#8217;re looking to amp up your guitar and take your music to the masses or record without having to mic your guitar up.<\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&amp;filters[262]=12&amp;filters[manufacturer_id]=969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cordoba classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yamaha\"><\/span>Yamaha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21552 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"A guitarist playing the Yamaha CX40 Electro Classical Guitar \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>A real giant of the guitar crafting world, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/yamaha\/guitars-basses-amps\/acoustic-guitars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamaha<\/a><\/strong> make tonnes of acoustic, electric, and classical guitars.<\/p>\n<p>They&#8217;re usually very affordable and sound great. There\u2019s the ultra-affordable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Yamaha-C40-Classical-Guitar\/A20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">C40<\/a><\/strong>, the superior <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Yamaha-NCX3C-Electro-Nylon-String-Natural\/3AKP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NCX3C Electro<\/a><\/strong>, and an extensive range in between.<\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/yamaha\/guitars-basses-amps\/acoustic-guitars?page=1&amp;filters[262]=12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamaha classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Mancha\"><\/span>La Mancha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Like Ortega, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&amp;filters[manufacturer_id]=1359#more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Mancha<\/a><\/strong> specialise in making classical guitars \u2013 they\u2019re also based in Germany.<\/p>\n<p>And you know what Germany is famous for? Engineering! That means you get a quality engineered guitar with these guys \u2013 no question.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/La-Mancha-Rubi-CMX-CER\/3MR2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rubi CMX-CER<\/a><\/strong> is particularly impressive, but they\u2019ve got plenty of guitars to explore.<\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&amp;filters[262]=12&amp;filters[manufacturer_id]=1359#more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Mancha classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are loads of other brands to explore, from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/types\/classical?page=1&amp;filters%5bmanufacturer_id%5d=144\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fender<\/a><\/strong> to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/types\/classical?page=1&amp;filters%5bmanufacturer_id%5d=1121\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Admira<\/a><\/strong>, so definitely make sure you do some research and find out how each may differ in its tone.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, there&#8217;s plenty of quality around, which sometimes makes it hard to choose, but this is why it\u2019s great to try guitars out first.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Try before you buy&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_before_you_buy\"><\/span>Try before you buy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>So, you\u2019ve got a list of guitars you\u2019re interested in, you&#8217;ve done your research, and now it\u2019s time to decide. What do you do?<\/p>\n<p>Well, if you can, you should go to your local music store and try out as many of the ones you&#8217;re interested in as they have in stock. Don\u2019t worry if you\u2019re a complete beginner and can\u2019t play anything, just look out for how comfortable the guitar feels and how it handles.<\/p>\n<p>Pluck a few strings or play some chords and compare the guitars&#8217; tones See which one takes your fancy! This will be the best way to decide which model really resonates with you.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Acoustic or electro-acoustic?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acoustic_or_electro-acoustic\"><\/span>Acoustic or electro-acoustic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21553 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The preamp of the Yamaha CX40 Electro Classical Guitar\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The age-old question. But are electro-classicals actually any good? Well, yes!<\/p>\n<p>There are now loads of quality electro-acoustic classicals out there which can really hold their own and preserve the natural, organic tone of the guitar. This is either through a piezo pickup or a built-in microphone.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick look at the differences:<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Piezo\"><\/span>Piezo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Probably the most common way to amplify any acoustic guitar. Piezo pickups work by picking up the vibrations of the tonewood and passing them through to an amplifier.<\/p>\n<p>This is great for live shows and gives you a platform to make your music as loud as you like.<\/p>\n<p>Most classicals with a piezo pickup also come with a preamp, which contains dials that let you change your tone on the fly.<\/p>\n<p>They also probably have a built-in tuner to allow for convenient tuning up at any time.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Microphone\"><\/span>Microphone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Classicals with a built-in microphone are usually slightly more expensive \u2013 but for good reason. Microphones tend to preserve and amplify the natural sound of the classical guitar with even more authenticity.<\/p>\n<p>Artists like Rodrigo y Gabriela have been known to use these throughout their careers.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Yamaha-NCX5-Electro-Nylon-String-Natural\/3AKN?origin=product-ads&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwkYGVBhArEiwA4sZLuOm3jRffS2yKuyIDEsWqtIF1w6JYKJbgq0a38tRBc74b6jPak3wTyhoC_voQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamaha NCX5<\/a><\/strong> is a good example \u2013 it boasts a combination of an undersaddle pickup, contact sensor, and mic, so you get the best of both worlds!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_electronics\"><\/span>Do you need electronics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Built-in electronics increase the price of a classical guitar, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t get a super-affordable one. It all depends on what you use it for.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to just play in your bedroom, or small, intimate gigs in the back of a pub, then you almost certainly won\u2019t need the amplification option.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you&#8217;re a classical player who wants to busk in a busy town centre or play to larger crowds, then an electro-acoustic and a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar_Amps\/Acoustic_Amps.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">good acoustic amp<\/a><\/strong> are the way to go. You\u2019ll need the volume to reach more people.<\/p>\n<p>You can also experiment with your tone a bit more by tweaking the EQ controls on the preamp and on your actual amp.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Accessories&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accessories\"><\/span>Accessories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21554 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"D'Addario Eclipse Tuner, Black\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Before you jump into buying a classical guitar, you may want to think about some of the accessories these melodic beauties need, especially if this is your first guitar. Here\u2019s a short list of some of the basics.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tuner\"><\/span>Tuner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The trusty steed of any guitar. A good <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-tuner.html#Acoustic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tuner<\/a><\/strong> will let you tune up your guitar in no time, with absolute accuracy.<\/p>\n<p>If you have an electro-classical, you may already have one built into the preamp, in which case, you\u2019re sorted!<\/p>\n<p>If you have a fully acoustic model, though, you\u2019ll want to look into some clip-on tuners like the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Korg-Pitchclip-2-Tuner\/2K12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Korg Pitchclip 2<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black\/1U8U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">D\u2019Addario Eclipse<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you have a built-in tuner, it\u2019s well worth having a spare (it\u2019ll probably be more accurate anyway).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nylon_strings\"><\/span>Nylon strings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Strings make the world go \u2018round. Well, they help your guitar make a nice sound. But old, worn-out strings will start to sound dull, and eventually snap. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to always have a spare set of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Acoustic_Guitar_Strings.html?page=1&amp;filters%5b220%5d=2559&amp;filters%5b1298%5d=8639\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nylon strings<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>A new set of strings will bring back that bright, punchy tone and help your guitar feel alive again.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strap\"><\/span>Strap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21433 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha CX40 Electro Classical Guitar used in the classical position\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Now, most classical musicians play sat down, with the guitar in the \u2018classical\u2019 position (between their legs and almost upright).<\/p>\n<p>However, if you want to play stood up, you\u2019ll need a classical <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Electric_Guitar\/Straps.html?page=1#acoustic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guitar strap<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>These are slightly different from normal guitar straps in that they hook around the neck of the guitar rather than attaching to a strap button.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stool\"><\/span>Stool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning on playing your classical in the \u2018normal\u2019, sat-down position, have a look for a nice, comfortable stool to sit on.<\/p>\n<p>You should also consider what you\u2019ll rest your foot on. This could be anything, from a small box to a proper <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Ortega-OWFS-1WR-Foot-Stool-Maple-Wine-Red\/MA0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">classical guitar foot stool<\/a><\/strong>. The choice is yours!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Time to wrap up&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_to_wrap_up\"><\/span>Time to wrap up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I do hope you\u2019ve taken something away from this guide. It took me ages to write. 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they&#8217;re identical in many ways but there are some distinctions. Nylon strings are the biggest difference, as well as neck size and body shape. However, these small idiosyncrasies actually mean they sound very different from acoustic guitars &#8211; and produce a unique tone in their own right.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":21562,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>Ahh ola amigo! Perd\u00f3neme? Oh, sorry, you don't speak Spanish? Me neither, as you can probably tell. Do you have a niggling desire to try some nylon? Do you have a sneaking suspicion that there's some Spanish in your blood? Then welcome to this Spanish and classical guitar buying guide! And let me tell you, it's going to be a fiesta!<\/p><p>Spanish and classical guitars are siblings of acoustic guitars - they're identical in many ways but there are some distinctions. Nylon strings are the biggest difference, as well as neck size and body shape. However, these small idiosyncrasies actually mean they sound very different from acoustic guitars - and produce a unique tone in their own right.<\/p><hr \/><h3>What are Spanish and classical guitars?<\/h3><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-21434 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-strings-of-the-Deluxe-Classical-Guitar-by-Gear4music-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The strings of the Deluxe Classical Guitar by Gear4music\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>First off, what's the difference between a Spanish and classical guitar? Well, in reality, there isn't actually a difference. Not at all. They are, in fact, one and the same. However, you can see the reasoning.<\/p><p>Nylon string guitars are used to play many Spanish-influenced ditties like Romanza, Malaguena, and Asturias (aka Leyenda). They're also used for flamenco. At the same time, these guitars are used for classical songs, as well as some old-school folk.<\/p><p>Basically, they're great for anything fingerpicked. Tonally, Spanish and classical guitars (let's just call them classical guitars from here on in) have a very bright, melodic air.<\/p><p>The strings are also much easier to play as they require less finger strength to press down. This makes them a very popular choice for beginners, although bear in mind that some of the most advanced players in the world play a classical guitar!<\/p><p>Their bodies have a distinctive shape and often sport a spruce top with back and sides often consisting of mahogany, but it's not uncommon to see multiple other tonewoods used. Pay attention to the tonewoods when choosing a classical guitar - they play a very important role in creating the overall tone.<\/p><hr \/><h3>So, how do I choose a classical guitar?<\/h3><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-21551 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Cordoba C1M Classic Guitar, Natural\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>As with any guitar, knowing how it sounds before you make that all-important purchase should go a long way in informing your decision. If you can, it's best to actually try out the instrument to get a good idea of the feel and tone.<\/p><p>Failing that, there are usually plenty of videos on YouTube or manufacturer websites which will show you how a guitar sounds.<\/p><p>But first, you'll need to have a little look around to see what your options are. The great thing about classical guitars is that you really don't need to spend a fortune to get a great-sounding instrument.<\/p><p>So, where do you start?<\/p><p>Let's break down some of the main classical guitar brands out there.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Ortega<\/h4><p>A Spanish-sounding name, but German standard engineering.<\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Acoustic_Guitars\/Ortega.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ortega<\/a><\/strong> have been making classicals since 1994. They offer a wealth of quality, with plenty of options to choose from.<\/p><p>The price range varies, from the very affordable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Cordoba-C1M-Classic-Guitar-Natural\/35B5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">C1M<\/a><\/strong> to the astronomically expensive <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Ortega-JRSM-COS-Javier-Reyes-8-String-Electro-Nylon-Solid-Spruce-Top\/2I82\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Javier Reyes 8-String Electro Nylon<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Acoustic_Guitars\/Ortega.html?page=1&filters[262]=12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ortega classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h4>Cordoba<\/h4><p>Singing with sonic and aesthetic beauty, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&filters[manufacturer_id]=969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cordobas<\/a><\/strong> are very well crafted with some stunning finishes if you've got an eye for style. Just look at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Cordoba-C4-CE-Electro-Classical-Guitar-Edgeburst\/2TGL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">C4-CE Electro<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p><p>In fact, they have a really decent range of electro-classicals if you're looking to amp up your guitar and take your music to the masses or record without having to mic your guitar up.<\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&filters[262]=12&filters[manufacturer_id]=969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cordoba classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h4>Yamaha<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-21552 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/A-guitarist-playing-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"A guitarist playing the Yamaha CX40 Electro Classical Guitar \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>A real giant of the guitar crafting world, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/yamaha\/guitars-basses-amps\/acoustic-guitars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamaha<\/a><\/strong> make tonnes of acoustic, electric, and classical guitars.<\/p><p>They're usually very affordable and sound great. There\u2019s the ultra-affordable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Yamaha-C40-Classical-Guitar\/A20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">C40<\/a><\/strong>, the superior <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Yamaha-NCX3C-Electro-Nylon-String-Natural\/3AKP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NCX3C Electro<\/a><\/strong>, and an extensive range in between.<\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/yamaha\/guitars-basses-amps\/acoustic-guitars?page=1&filters[262]=12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamaha classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h4>La Mancha<\/h4><p>Like Ortega, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&filters[manufacturer_id]=1359#more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Mancha<\/a><\/strong> specialise in making classical guitars \u2013 they\u2019re also based in Germany. And you know what Germany is famous for? Engineering! That means you get a quality engineered guitar with these guys \u2013 no question.<\/p><p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/La-Mancha-Rubi-CMX-CER\/3MR2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rubi CMX-CER<\/a><\/strong> is particularly impressive, but they\u2019ve got plenty of guitars to explore.<\/p><p>There are loads of other brands to explore, from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/types\/classical?page=1&filters%5bmanufacturer_id%5d=144\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fender<\/a><\/strong> to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/types\/classical?page=1&filters%5bmanufacturer_id%5d=1121\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Admira<\/a><\/strong>, so definitely make sure you do some research and find out how each may differ in its tone. Plus, there's plenty of quality around, which sometimes makes it hard to choose, but this is why it\u2019s great to try guitars out first.<\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/acoustic-guitars\/brands?page=1&filters[262]=12&filters[manufacturer_id]=1359#more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Mancha classical guitars<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h3>Try before you buy<\/h3><p>So, you\u2019ve got a list of guitars you\u2019re interested in, you've done your research, and now it\u2019s time to decide. What do you do?<\/p><p>Well, if you can, you should go to your local music store and try out as many of the ones you're interested in as they have in stock. Don\u2019t worry if you\u2019re a complete beginner and can\u2019t play anything, just look out for how comfortable the guitar feels and how it handles.<\/p><p>Pluck a few strings or play some chords and compare the guitars' tones See which one takes your fancy! This will be the best way to decide which model really resonates with you.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Acoustic or electro-acoustic?<\/h3><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-21553 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/The-preamp-of-the-Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The preamp of the Yamaha CX40 Electro Classical Guitar\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>The age-old question. But are electro-classicals actually any good? Well, yes!<\/p><p>There are now loads of quality electro-acoustic classicals out there which can really hold their own and preserve the natural, organic tone of the guitar. This is either through a piezo pickup or a built-in microphone. Here\u2019s a quick look at the differences.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Piezo<\/h4><p>Probably the most common way to amplify any acoustic guitar. Piezo pickups work by picking up the vibrations of the tonewood and passing them through to an amplifier. This is great for live shows and gives you a platform to make your music as loud as you like.<\/p><p>Most classicals with a piezo pickup also come with a preamp, which contains dials that let you change your tone on the fly. They\u2019ll also probably have a built-in tuner to allow for convenient tuning up at any time.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Microphone<\/h4><p>Classicals with a built-in microphone are usually slightly more expensive \u2013 but for good reason. Microphones tend to preserve and amplify the natural sound of the classical guitar with even more authenticity. Artists like Rodrigo y Gabriela have been known to use these throughout their careers.<\/p><p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Yamaha-NCX5-Electro-Nylon-String-Natural\/3AKN?origin=product-ads&gclid=CjwKCAjwkYGVBhArEiwA4sZLuOm3jRffS2yKuyIDEsWqtIF1w6JYKJbgq0a38tRBc74b6jPak3wTyhoC_voQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamaha NCX5<\/a><\/strong> is a good example \u2013 it boasts a combination of an undersaddle pickup, contact sensor, and mic, so you get the best of both worlds!<\/p><hr \/><h4>Do you need electronics?<\/h4><p>Built-in electronics increase the price of a classical guitar, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t get a super-affordable one. It all depends on what you use it for. If you\u2019re looking to just play in your bedroom, or small, intimate gigs in the back of a pub, then you almost certainly won\u2019t need the amplification option.<\/p><p>However, if you want to busk in a busy town centre or play to larger crowds, then an electro-acoustic and a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar_Amps\/Acoustic_Amps.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">good acoustic amp<\/a><\/strong> are the way to go. You\u2019ll need the volume to reach more people. You can also experiment with your tone a bit more by tweaking the EQ controls on the preamp and on your actual amp.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Accessories<\/h3><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-21554 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"D'Addario Eclipse Tuner, Black\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Before you jump into buying a classical guitar, you may want to think about some of the accessories these melodic beauties need, especially if this is your first guitar. Here\u2019s a short list of some of the basics.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Tuner<\/h4><p>The trusty steed of any guitar. A good <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-tuner.html#Acoustic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tuner<\/a><\/strong> will let you tune up your guitar in no time, with absolute accuracy.<\/p><p>If you have an electro-classical, you may already have one built into the preamp, in which case, you\u2019re sorted!<\/p><p>If you have a fully acoustic model, though, you\u2019ll want to look into some clip-on tuners like the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Korg-Pitchclip-2-Tuner\/2K12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Korg Pitchclip 2<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/DAddario-Eclipse-Tuner-Black\/1U8U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">D\u2019Addario Eclipse<\/a><\/strong>. Even if you have a built-in tuner, it\u2019s well worth having a spare (it\u2019ll probably be more accurate anyway).<\/p><hr \/><h4>Nylon strings<\/h4><p>Strings make the world go \u2018round. Well, they help your guitar make a nice sound. But old, worn-out strings will start to sound dull, and eventually snap. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to always have a spare set of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Acoustic_Guitar_Strings.html?page=1&filters%5b220%5d=2559&filters%5b1298%5d=8639\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nylon strings<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><p>A new set of strings will bring back that bright, punchy tone and help your guitar feel alive again.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Strap<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-21433 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/12\/Yamaha-CX40-Electro-Classical-Guitar-used-in-the-classical-position-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha CX40 Electro Classical Guitar used in the classical position\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Now, most classical musicians play sat down, with the guitar in the \u2018classical\u2019 position (between their legs and almost upright).<\/p><p>However, if you want to play stood up, you\u2019ll need a classical <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Electric_Guitar\/Straps.html?page=1#acoustic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guitar strap<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><p>These are slightly different from normal guitar straps in that they hook around the neck of the guitar rather than attaching to a strap button.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Stool<\/h4><p>If you\u2019re planning on playing your classical in the \u2018normal\u2019, sat-down position, have a look for a nice, comfortable stool to sit on.<\/p><p>You should also consider what you\u2019ll rest your foot on. This could be anything, from a small box to a proper <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Guitar-and-Bass\/Ortega-OWFS-1WR-Foot-Stool-Maple-Wine-Red\/MA0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">classical guitar foot stool<\/a><\/strong>. The choice is yours!<\/p><hr \/><h3>Time to wrap up<\/h3><p>I do hope you\u2019ve taken something away from this guide. It took me ages to write. I\u2019m joking, but seriously, I hope you\u2019ve found it useful and that it\u2019ll help you discover the perfect classical guitar for you! Remember that trying any guitar out is the best way to determine if it's a match, so if you can, do it!<\/p><p>There\u2019s plenty of choice out there, so good luck in finding your new melody maker!<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[243,105],"tags":[587,290,107,148],"class_list":["post-10324","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guitar-guides","category-guitars-bass","tag-classical-guitar","tag-guide","tag-guitars","tag-yamaha"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Which Classical Guitar Should I Buy?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking to buy classical guitar but don&#039;t know where to begin? 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