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Cordoba C3M

Item ID: C3MC

6-string Acoustic Nylon-string Classical Guitar with Mahogany Back and Sides, Cedar Top, and 2" Nut Width - Matte Finish

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This Classical Guitar Has a Great Design at a Great Price!

You'll love the sound, feel, and value of the Cordoba C3M nylon-string acoustic guitar! The C3M sports a mahogany body with a cedar top, for rich tone with a lively presence. Whether you're a beginner or experienced player, the C3M Cadete is a great value. And with the satin matte finish and stylish rosette, the Cordoba C3M looks as good as it plays.

Cordoba C3M at a Glance:
  • Traditional design
  • Quality tonewoods
  • Great look, great playability


Traditional Design:
The Cordoba C3M doesn't skimp on construction. The C3M features traditional classical guitar design, including the solid cedar top (choice top wood for classical guitars) and Spanish-style fan bracing. Fan bracing is preferred for classical guitars over lattice bracing, as it allows the guitar's top to vibrate more freely while still providing evenly balanced tone.

Quality Tonewoods:
While the Cordoba C3M is inexpensive, Cordoba did not sacrifice quality materials. The mahogany back and sides set a powerful tonal foundation for the solid cedar top, giving you the right blend of deep richness and brilliance. A rosewood fingerboard and bridge complete the elegant look.

Great Look, Great Playability:
The Cordoba C3M is a joy to simply look at, from the detailed rosette to the nickel-plated tuners with pearl buttons. And you'll love how the matte finish shows off the mahogany body and cedar top. But looks aren't everything - the C3M was designed with playability in mind, and the great look is just the icing on the classical cake.

Cordoba C3M Nylon-string Acoustic Guitar Features:
  • Great-sounding guitar at an amazing price
  • Traditional Spanish fan bracing provides a balanced, lively sound
  • Mahogany back and sides for full-bodied frequency response
  • Cedar top for excellent definition and projection

Get a great classical guitar at a great price with the Cordoba C3M nylon-string classical guitar!
Specification Detail
Number of Strings 6
Body Style/Shape Spanish Classic
Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
Finish Matte
Top Wood Solid Cedar
Back & Sides Wood Mahogany
Body Bracing Spanish Classic Fan Bracing
Binding ABS Top Purfling Inlay
Neck Wood Nato
Scale Length 25.6"
Number of Frets 19
Nut Width 2"
Fingerboard Material Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay No Fingerboard Inlay
Overall Length 39.5"
Body Width 14.75"
Body Depth 3.9"
Bridge Material Rosewood
Nut/Saddle Material Composite
Tuning Machines Nickel Plated with Pearl Buttons
Electronics No Electronics
Case Included no case included
Manufacturer Part Number GUCLCOR-02679

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Reviews

based on 2 reviews

Not bad, considering the low price

by rolie from California
June 30, 2012
Music Background: amatuer musician
Haven't noticed any major fret buzz at all. Tuners do stay in tune fine. Guitars are supposed to inspire you to play better music. This thing does that. I feel like I play different things I couldn't ... read more [+]normally play or hear. Got this to play Bach music and I could play parts much easier compared to steel string acoustic, even with a wider 2" inch nut and flat neck. It didn't take long at all to adapt.

Been playing guitar for 10+ years and never really played a decent classical nylon string guitar, played mostly steelstring acoustics and electrics. This guitar is not cheap at all. Never a fan of glossy finishes and the matte finish is smooth as silk feels very natural. Would be cool if the Cordoba C5 came in matte finish. Came with D'addario Pro Arte strings, after strings settled, this thing really shined. Do wish it had a cutaway, but for the price I can't complain. Can access upper frets fine.

I will playing this thing for years to come! Highly recommend for beginners or even players that just want try out a decent classical guitar without breaking the bank. close [-]

Great Starter Classical!

by Steve O from Pleasant Grove, UT
December 20, 2011
Music Background: Classical Guitarist, Composer, Gigging Musician
Great, great projection for such a starter price! It easily compares to many classical guitars $500+. It was the only guitar I found that sounded mature under $500. It has a very warm sound but als... read more [+]o can be very punchy and loud with rest strokes on treble strings. Very impressed overall and would recommend this guitar alone over any manufactured guitar. Of course if you have a luthier, nothing beats that, but if not, this guitar takes it.

One complaint, because it's factory made, the neck wasn't perfect but it wasn't bad either. Needed a little touch up. close [-]

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Cordoba C3M

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