A full size, affordable Spanish-style guitar.
The Cordoba Protege C1 classical guitar is an ideal choice for aspiring players. With a spruce top and mahogany back and sides, this full-size nylon-string guitar produces a rich, resonant tone that belies its affordable price tag. The lightweight Protege C1 features a scaled-down 2.04" nut width and 25.6" scale length for comfortable playability, making it a perfect first guitar or addition to any collection. The Cordoba Protege C1 lets you embrace the joy of playing classical guitar.
Spruce and Mahogany Construction Provides Full, Warm Tone
The Cordoba Protege C1 is crafted with quality tonewoods, including a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides. Together, these materials produce a warm, balanced tone with pleasing overtones, ideal for playing classical repertoire. The spruce top will continue to open up over time, providing an even richer sound. For an entry-level classical guitar, the Protege C1 offers impressive tone and resonance.Beginner-Friendly Specifications Encourage Learning
With a 2.04" nut width and 25.6" scale length, the Protege C1 features dimensions scaled for smaller hands or those just starting out. The slim neck and short scale facilitate comfortable fretting and chording. An included gig bag provides safe transport and storage for your Protege C1 between lessons or practice sessions. Overall, the Protege C1 classical guitar supplies high quality at a price point suitable for students and beginners.High-Gloss Finish Adds Visual Appeal
A high-gloss polyurethane finish graces the Protege C1, enhancing the natural beauty of the tonewoods. The flawless coating protects against scratches and environmental damage. Gold classical tuners complement the glossy sheen, capping off an instrument that looks as good as it sounds. For an affordable classical guitar, the Protege C1 exhibits an attention to cosmetic details not always found at lower price points.Cordoba Quality and Support
Cordoba is a respected brand known for producing high-quality classical guitars at a range of price points. Even at entry-level, Cordoba guitars provide solid construction, premium materials and rich tone. As with all Cordoba guitars, the Protege C1 is backed by a limited lifetime warranty for added peace of mind. For beginners seeking an affordable, well-crafted classical guitar, the Cordoba Protege C1 is an ideal choice.Specifications
- Top: Spruce
- Back & Sides: Mahogany
- Binding/Bridge: ABS Binding / Rosewood bridge
- Rosette: Mosaic Inlay
- Finish: High-Gloss PU
- Neck/Fingerboard: Rosewood Fingerboard / Traditional (Classical) Style Neck
- Truss Rod: Yes
- Scale Length: 650mm (25.6")
- Nut Width: 52mm (2.04")
- Fret Marker Inlays: 5, 7, 9
- Nut/Saddle: Composite
- Number of Frets: 12 to body, 19 total
- Bracing/Build: Fan Bracing
- Body Width & Length: 285mm (11.2") at upper bout, 370mm (14.6") at lower bout
- Body Depth: 98mm (3.9") at upper bout, 99mm (3.9") at lower bout
- Tuning Machines: Gold tuners with Pearl buttons
Features
- Full size nylon string Spanish style guitar
- 650mm or 25.6" scale length
- Spruce top with mahogany back and side
- Rosewood bridges
- Rosewood fingerboards
- Hauser-style wood-inlaid mosaic rosette
- Nickel tuning machines
- Premium Savarez strings
- High gloss polyurethane finish
- Two-way truss rod
- Cordoba gig bag
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Formaldehyde (gas), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov