{"product_id":"cordoba-c1m-classical-guitar","title":"Cordoba C1M Classical Guitar – Natural Finish","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCordoba C1M\u003c\/strong\u003e (Protégé Series) is an excellent solid-top entry-level full-size classical nylon-string guitar that's become a go-to recommendation for beginners, students, and anyone starting their classical guitar journey—whether for school lessons, home practice, or exploring flamenco\/Spanish styles without a big investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePart of Córdoba's affordable Protégé line (the world's leading nylon-string brand), the C1M delivers impressive playability and tone at a budget price. It's built with a \u003cstrong\u003esolid spruce top\u003c\/strong\u003e for bright, clear projection and responsiveness, paired with \u003cstrong\u003elayered mahogany back and sides\u003c\/strong\u003e for warm, balanced mids and sustain—giving it a rich, resonant voice that's surprisingly full for the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features that make it stand out for new players:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable slim neck profile\u003c\/strong\u003e — Easier action and faster learning curve than traditional chunky classical necks (great for smaller hands or transitioning from steel-string).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte polyurethane finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — Satin-like feel that's smooth, low-maintenance, and resists fingerprints\/smudges better than high-gloss (note: differs from the gloss C1 model).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional mosaic rosette\u003c\/strong\u003e — Classic elegant look around the soundhole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosewood fingerboard and bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — Smooth feel and good durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold tuning machines\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stable and precise for reliable tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Savarez strings\u003c\/strong\u003e factory-fitted — High-quality nylon trebles and wound basses right out of the box for better tone and playability than cheap generics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable truss rod\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ensures long-term neck stability (a big plus on student guitars).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm (standard full-size classical).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut width:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~52mm (2.04\") — Wide enough for proper finger spacing in classical technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layered body \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt's lightweight, easy to hold, and produces a warm, mellow nylon-string tone with good volume and clarity—perfect for fingerstyle, classical pieces, or even light strumming. Reviews and demos consistently praise it as one of the best \"first classical guitars\": responsive top, no sharp fret ends, solid build quality for the price, and far better than most big-box beginner nylons. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cordoba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42015678791715,"sku":null,"price":3055.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0121\/8101\/2537\/files\/Cordoba.png?v=1773924996","url":"https:\/\/pietersmutsmusic.co.za\/products\/cordoba-c1m-classical-guitar","provider":"Pieter Smuts Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}