Best 4/4 Size Classical Guitars Under $800 2026
Alright, so you're in the market for a 4/4 classical guitar but your wallet's got a reasonable limit - under $800. That's a sweet spot, where you can actually get something that plays and sounds decent, not just a glorified showpiece. Forget the fancy concert-grade woods and hand-carved bracing; we're talking about getting the most bang for your buck, something that'll hold up to some gigging and won't make your bedroom practice sessions feel like a punishment.
Last updated: August 29, 2026
Ibanez FRH10N-IBF
- • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers a bright, responsive acoustic tone.
- • Nyatoh neck offers comfortable playability and stability.
- • Ibanez T-bar pickup system provides a usable amplified sound.
- • Walnut bridge and fingerboard add warmth and sustain to the overall tone.
- • Sapele back and sides, while attractive, limit the guitar's potential for mature tone.
- • Matt polyurethane finish, while nice, can feel a bit plasticky to some players.
- • 25.5” scale length is uncommon for classical guitars, impacting string tension.
Ibanez Signature Tim Henson TOD10N
- • Solid Sitka top delivers clarity and projection for nuanced tones
- • Fishman Sonicore pickup system offers amplified versatility without feedback
- • Walnut bridge and Nyatoh neck contribute to a warm, resonant character
- • Tree of Death inlays add a unique visual flair and Henson’s signature touch
- • The 15.75in fingerboard radius might feel unconventional for some classical players
- • Sapele body, while beautiful, can contribute to a slightly heavier feel
- • Matt polyurethane finish, while aesthetically pleasing, may show fingerprints easily
Ibanez FRH10N-NTF
- • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers a surprisingly vibrant and responsive tone.
- • Sapele back and sides provide warmth and sustain, nicely balancing the spruce.
- • Ibanez T-bar pickup and preamp offer a usable amplified sound for stage or recording.
- • Nyatoh neck with a comfortable 'C' profile facilitates easy playing, especially for beginners.
- • Sapele construction, while warm, can lack the complexity of more premium tonewoods.
- • The matte polyurethane finish, while attractive, might feel a little plasticky to some.
- • The 400mm radius fingerboard, while comfortable, might feel slightly flat for seasoned classical players.
Ibanez FRH10N-BSF
- • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers a clear, resonant voice.
- • Sapele back and sides offer warmth and sustain.
- • Ibanez T-bar pickup system provides usable amplified tones.
- • Nyatoh neck offers stability and a comfortable, familiar profile.
- • Matte finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can show fingerprints easily.
- • 400mm radius fingerboard might feel less familiar to steel-string players.
- • Sapele can be a bit 'plain' acoustically compared to more exotic woods.
Ibanez FRH20FMN-DGL
- • Premium Sapele back and sides for bright tone
- • Flamed maple top adds resonance and strength
- • Ibanez AEQ210T preamp with built-in tuner
- • Comfortable 400 mm fingerboard radius
- • Deep green matte finish hides minor wear
- • Heavy bone nut may feel stiff for some
- • Undersaddle pickup lacks traditional string sound
Ibanez FRH20SMN-TCL
- • Spalted maple top adds unique visual grain and resonance
- • Sapele back and sides provide warm, rich low-end
- • Undersaddle pickup system offers solid signal output
- • Built-in tuner simplifies setup for beginners
- • Matt finish shows dust and wear easily
- • Weight not listed may be heavy for small players
- • No specified frets per side for playing feel
Cort Sunset Nylectric DLX
- • Solid spruce top delivers clear, articulate projection with warmth.
- • Mahogany body with resonance chambers adds sustain and a balanced tone.
- • Fishman Sonicore/VBT system provides reliable amplified sound for stage or recording.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers smooth playability and a refined feel.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the resonance of a dovetail joint.
- • Flamed maple veneer on the top is purely aesthetic; doesn't significantly affect tone.
- • The Savarez Cristal Corum strings are decent, but many players will likely upgrade.
Ibanez FRH20QMN-CTL
- • Flamed maple top offers strong visual appeal
- • Sapele back and sides provide rich resonance
- • Ibanez undersaddle pickup captures low end well
- • Built-in tuner makes playing anywhere convenient
- • Matte finish shows scratches more easily
- • Weight not specified may be heavy
- • AEQ210T preamp is basic compared to high-end options
Ortega RCE133-7
- • Solid spruce top for bright, responsive attack
- • Sapele back and sides offer rich, warm tones
- • 7-hole walnut bridge holds strings securely
- • Built-in tuner and pickup included in package
- • No weight listed makes balance uncertain
- • Cutaway design may feel too aggressive
- • No listed specs for string tension or neck relief
Ortega R133-7
- • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly rich and responsive tone.
- • Sapele back and sides add warmth and projection.
- • The matte neck finish provides a comfortable, fast playing experience.
- • 7-string configuration expands harmonic possibilities for advanced players.
- • Sapele, while good, isn’t as tonally complex as rosewood for back/sides.
- • Matte finish can feel slightly less 'premium' than gloss finishes.
- • The wider 60mm nut width may take some getting used to for smaller hands.
Harley Benton CG200CE-BK Bundle
- • Basswood body delivers a surprisingly warm and resonant tone for the price.
- • Integrated pickup system and EQ offer basic amplification and tonal shaping.
- • TableAmp V2 provides decent volume and Bluetooth connectivity for practice/performance.
- • Maple fretboard provides a smooth playing experience, aiding in faster passages.
- • Basswood, while warm, lacks the projection of higher-grade tonewoods like Spruce.
- • The pickup system is basic; don't expect studio-quality recording tones.
- • Nato neck can be prone to slight movement with humidity changes; requires care.
Startone CG851 4/4 Classical Guitar Set
- • Basswood body offers a surprisingly warm and balanced tonal foundation.
- • Jatoba fingerboard provides a smooth, consistent playing surface.
- • Complete set includes gig bag and stand, excellent value for beginners.
- • Nato neck offers decent stability and a playable profile for the price.
- • Basswood, while warm, lacks the projection of more premium tonewoods.
- • Jatoba fingerboard might feel slightly harder than rosewood to some.
- • Millenium stand is basic and not suitable for long-term nitro finishes.
Harley Benton CG200-BK Set
- • Basswood construction provides a surprisingly warm, balanced tone for the price.
- • High-gloss finish looks far more premium than the budget price suggests.
- • Includes tuner and picks – a genuinely useful starter package.
- • Maple fretboard offers a smooth playing experience and decent note clarity.
- • Basswood body can lack the projection of more resonant tonewoods like mahogany.
- • Maple fretboard might feel a little harder than rosewood for extended playing.
- • Limited tonal versatility; best suited for traditional classical styles.
Alhambra 1C HT EZ incl. Gigbag Bundle
- • Solid cedar top delivers a warm, responsive, and balanced tone.
- • Fishman Classical II pickup provides reliable amplified sound for stage use.
- • Ergo neck design enhances playability, reducing fatigue during practice.
- • Mahogany back and sides contribute to a pleasing, focused resonance.
- • Cedar top is susceptible to dents and requires careful handling.
- • Open-pore finish, while aesthetically pleasing, may require more maintenance.
- • Scale length is standard, potentially feeling long for smaller hands.
Manuel Rodriguez Magistral D-C
- • Solid cedar top delivers warm, responsive, and nuanced tone.
- • Mahogany back and sides offer balanced projection and sustain.
- • Spanish neck joint provides excellent access to upper frets.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience.
- • Shellac finish can be prone to minor cracking with humidity changes.
- • Mahogany can sometimes exhibit a slightly 'boxed-in' feel compared to rosewood.
- • Water-based lacquer, while eco-friendly, may not offer the depth of a traditional finish.
Every 4/4 size classical guitars that matches
270 models match this page. The 15 above are covered in detail; the rest are listed here with their published specifications.
| # | Model | Specifications | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Ortega R20GSNRG | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $779 |
| 17 | Ortega R20GRG | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $767 |
| 18 | Ortega R20GSNWN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $767 |
| 19 | Ortega R20GWN | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $767 |
| 20 | Ibanez FRH20QMN-WRL | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") · Fingerboard radius 400 mm (15.75") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $732 |
| 21 | Ortega R19G | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $732 |
| 22 | Höfner HLE-AF26 Spruce/Maple w/GB | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $721 |
| 23 | Höfner HLE-AF26 Spruce/Maple | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $697 |
| 24 | Ortega R18G | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $686 |
| 25 | Ortega R19S | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $686 |
| 26 | Ortega DSSUITE-C/E Distressed | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Laurel fingerboard | $674 |
| 27 | Manuel Rodriguez Superior A-C | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard | $651 |
| 28 | Ortega R18S | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $646 |
| 29 | Ortega R18SSN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $639 |
| 30 | Höfner HF18 Classical w/GigBag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $616 |
| 31 | Höfner HLE-AF23 Alpenfichte/Be w/GB | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $616 |
| 32 | Höfner HLE-PZ Limited Classic w/GB | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $604 |
| 33 | Höfner HF18 Classical | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $581 |
| 34 | Höfner HLE-PZ Limited Classic | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $581 |
| 35 | Höfner HLE-AF23 Alpenfichte/Bergahorn | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $580 |
| 36 | Höfner HF16 Classical w/GigBag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $569 |
| 37 | Ortega R159 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets · Fingerboard Purpleheart fingerboard | $546 |
| 38 | Höfner HF16 Classical | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $523 |
| 39 | Ortega RE238SN-BKT | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Laurel fingerboard | $517 |
| 40 | Ibanez AEG74N-MHS | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") · Frets 20 frets · Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard | $499 |
| 41 | Ortega RCE141NT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $498 |
| 42 | Ortega RCE145NT | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $483 |
| 43 | Alhambra 1C HT incl. Gigbag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 18 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $453 |
| 44 | Höfner H-MFM Limited Classical w/ GB | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $441 |
| 45 | Höfner H-MFH Limited Classical w/GB | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $430 |
| 46 | Ortega RCE24RO | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $424 |
| 47 | Ibanez GA35TCE-DVS | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") · Frets 21 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $413 |
| 48 | Höfner H-MFM Limited Classical | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $406 |
| 49 | Takamine GC1CE-Nat | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Laurel fingerboard | $406 |
| 50 | Takamine GC5-NAT Classicguitar | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Laurel fingerboard | $395 |
| 51 | Höfner H-MFH Limited Classical | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $383 |
| 52 | Ortega R24RO | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $370 |
| 53 | Ibanez GA5FMTCE-OB | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 21 frets · Body Sapele body | $312 |
| 54 | Ibanez GA5MHTCE-WK | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 21 frets · Fingerboard Purpleheart fingerboard | $304 |
| 55 | Takamine GC1-NAT | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Laurel fingerboard | $290 |
| 56 | Ortega R121SNOC | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $251 |
| 57 | Fender CN-60S Natural WN w/Bag | Nut width 43 mm (1.69") · Scale 643 mm (25.31") · Fingerboard radius 406 mm (15.98") · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $243 |
| 58 | Fender CN-60S Natural WN | Nut width 43 mm (1.69") · Scale 643 mm (25.31") · Fingerboard radius 406 mm (15.98") · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $232 |
| 59 | Ortega RST5MOC | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $189 |
| 60 | Yamaha C40 Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard · Weight 0.6 kg | $185 |
| 61 | Yamaha C40 Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard · Weight 0.6 kg | $173 |
| 62 | Thomann C-404 NT Set | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Neck profile C-shape neck | $115 |
| 63 | Thomann C-404 BLK Set | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Neck profile C-shape neck | $102 |
| 64 | Startone CG 851 4/4 Set 1 NT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets · Body Basswood body | $76 |
| 65 | Harley Benton CG200CE-BK w/Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $115 |
| 66 | Harley Benton CG200CE-BK Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $115 |
| 67 | Startone Concert Guitar Set 1 English | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $93 |
| 68 | Harley Benton CG200CE-BK | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $92 |
| 69 | Harley Benton CG200-BK Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $92 |
| 70 | Harley Benton CG200-BK Set 1 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $87 |
| 71 | Harley Benton CG200-BK | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $80 |
| 72 | Startone CG 851 4/4 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Body Basswood body · Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard | $58 |
| 73 | Höfner HGL10 Green Line w/GigBag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $779 |
| 74 | Höfner HGL10 | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $756 |
| 75 | Manuel Rodriguez Superior B-C | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $756 |
| 76 | Yamaha CG192S | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $744 |
| 77 | Höfner HGL8 Green Line w/GigBag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $732 |
| 78 | Höfner HGL8 Green Line | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $697 |
| 79 | Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Plano Truss Rod | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $697 |
| 80 | Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $697 |
| 81 | Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Truss Rod | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $697 |
| 82 | Ortega Flametal-Two | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $697 |
| 83 | Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Plano | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $674 |
| 84 | Alhambra 1C HT EZ incl. Gigbag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 18 frets | $628 |
| 85 | Breedlove Discovery S Concert Nylon CE | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $581 |
| 86 | Ortega RCE138-T4BK | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $581 |
| 87 | Takamine GC6CE-Nat | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $581 |
| 88 | Takamine GC6CE-Blk | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $581 |
| 89 | Manuel Rodriguez Academia 40 Spruce/Zebrano | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $558 |
| 90 | Manuel Rodriguez 40 Cedar/Zebrano | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $558 |
| 91 | Manuel Rodriguez 60-C Cedar | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $558 |
| 92 | Manuel Rodriguez 60-S Spruce | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $558 |
| 93 | Takamine GC5CE Natural w/Bag | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $523 |
| 94 | Takamine GC5CE Natur | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $511 |
| 95 | Alhambra 1C Black Satin incl.Gig Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Weight 0.6 kg | $505 |
| 96 | Cordoba Fusion 5 | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $499 |
| 97 | Takamine GC3CE Natural | Nut width 51 mm (2.01") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $499 |
| 98 | Ibanez GA35TCE-NT | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") · Frets 21 frets | $479 |
| 99 | Ortega Glamsuite CE/2 | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $476 |
| 100 | Cordoba C4 CE Edgeburst Iberia | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $458 |
| 101 | Ortega RE30TH-ACA | Nut width 47 mm (1.85") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $441 |
| 102 | Thomann Classica Fusion 3BK CW Slim | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $441 |
| 103 | Fender CN-140SCE Thinline Natural | Nut width 43 mm (1.69") · Scale 643 mm (25.31") · Frets 18 frets | $434 |
| 104 | Ortega RCE23RO Thermo Series | Nut width 47 mm (1.85") · Scale 630 mm (24.8") · Frets 19 frets | $424 |
| 105 | Yamaha CGX 102 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 18 frets | $418 |
| 106 | Fender CN-140SCE Thinline Black | Nut width 43 mm (1.69") · Scale 643 mm (25.31") · Frets 18 frets | $406 |
| 107 | Ibanez GA35TCE-SRR | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") · Frets 21 frets | $394 |
| 108 | Ortega R23RO Thermo Series | Nut width 47 mm (1.85") · Scale 630 mm (24.8") · Frets 19 frets | $360 |
| 109 | Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia E-65 4/4 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $336 |
| 110 | Ortega RCE125SN-SBK | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $336 |
| 111 | Ibanez AEG50N-NT Nylon | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") · Frets 20 frets | $333 |
| 112 | Ortega R221SNBK | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 18 frets | $332 |
| 113 | Ibanez AEG50N-BKH Nylon | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") · Frets 20 frets | $331 |
| 114 | Ortega RCE125SN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $311 |
| 115 | Ibanez GA5MHTCE-OPN | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 21 frets | $309 |
| 116 | Thomann Classic Guitar S 4/4 Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Weight 0.6 kg | $297 |
| 117 | Ortega R16PC | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 20 frets | $289 |
| 118 | Thomann Classica Flamenco 1F Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $278 |
| 119 | Ibanez GA5TCE-AM | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 21 frets | $277 |
| 120 | Thomann Classica Acacia | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $220 |
| 121 | Cordoba Protege C1M 4/4 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $208 |
| 122 | Yamaha C40 BL Bundle 2 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $185 |
| 123 | Yamaha C40 BL Bundle 1 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $185 |
| 124 | Ibanez GA3ECE-OAM | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $173 |
| 125 | Ortega RTECP-1 Ltd Classic Pack | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $173 |
| 126 | Ortega RSTC5M | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $162 |
| 127 | Yamaha C40 BL | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $162 |
| 128 | Ibanez GA3-OAM | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $139 |
| 129 | Cordoba C5 SP Iberia | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $441 |
| 130 | Manuel Rodriguez Caballero Prinzipio CA-CM CE | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $313 |
| 131 | Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Principio CA-PM BE Black | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $309 |
| 132 | Ortega RRA-PLT Parlor Ranger Platin | Nut width 47 mm (1.85") · Scale 630 mm (24.8") · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $290 |
| 133 | Manuel Rodriguez Caballero Principio CA-CM 4/4 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $267 |
| 134 | Fender CN-30 Wide Neck WN Natural | Nut width 50.8 mm (2") · Frets 18 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $158 |
| 135 | Yamaha C40 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard | $150 |
| 136 | Fender CN-30 Natural | Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") · Frets 18 frets · Fingerboard Walnut fingerboard | $149 |
| 137 | Alhambra Iberia Ziricote incl.Gig Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $779 |
| 138 | Yamaha CG192C | Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $744 |
| 139 | Alhambra Black Satin CW EZ incl.Gig Bag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $716 |
| 140 | Ortega TZSM-3 Thomas Zwijsen | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $697 |
| 141 | Cordoba C7 CD Iberia | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $674 |
| 142 | Cordoba C7-SP Iberia | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $674 |
| 143 | Ortega RE158RWSN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $673 |
| 144 | Yamaha NCX1FM NAT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $662 |
| 145 | Cordoba F7 Flamenco Iberia | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $658 |
| 146 | Alhambra Z Nature CW EZ incl.Gig Bag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $646 |
| 147 | Alhambra Z Nature CT EZ | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $646 |
| 148 | Ortega RCE238SN-FT | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $639 |
| 149 | Ortega RE159RWSN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $639 |
| 150 | Höfner HF17 | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $638 |
| 151 | Alhambra 3C incl.Gig Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $623 |
| 152 | Alhambra 3C A incl.Gig Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $623 |
| 153 | Ortega RCE158SN-NT | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $604 |
| 154 | Ortega RCE159MN-NT | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $603 |
| 155 | Alhambra 2C A incl. Gig Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $600 |
| 156 | Ortega RCE138-T4STR | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Frets 22 frets | $581 |
| 157 | Yamaha NCX1C NAT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $580 |
| 158 | Alhambra 2C incl. Gig Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $561 |
| 159 | Cordoba C5 CE Iberia | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $558 |
| 160 | Höfner HZ27 Bundle w/ Gig Bag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $558 |
| 161 | La Mancha Circon | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $558 |
| 162 | La Mancha Zircon SMN-SCC | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $558 |
| 163 | Cordoba C5 CE Spruce Iberia | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 648 mm (25.51") | $534 |
| 164 | Ovation Celebrity Tradition CS-24C-4-G | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 642 mm (25.28") | $530 |
| 165 | Höfner HZ27 | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $523 |
| 166 | Yamaha NCX1 NAT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $523 |
| 167 | Yamaha NTX1NT NAT | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $523 |
| 168 | Yamaha NTX1BS Brown Sunburst | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $511 |
| 169 | Yamaha NTX1BL Black | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $509 |
| 170 | Alhambra 1C Black Satin incl.Gig Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $499 |
| 171 | La Mancha Opalo SX | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $499 |
| 172 | La Mancha Arce | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $499 |
| 173 | Ortega Tour Player FMA Blue | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $499 |
| 174 | La Mancha Sapphire SM | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $488 |
| 175 | Ortega RCE141BK | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $488 |
| 176 | Ortega Tour Player ACA Burst | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $487 |
| 177 | Yamaha CG142S BL | Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $453 |
| 178 | Cordoba C5 CD Iberia | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $441 |
| 179 | La Mancha Zafiro CM | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $441 |
| 180 | Ibanez GA621-BOT | Nut width 46 mm (1.81") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $434 |
| 181 | Ortega Tour Player NAT | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $432 |
| 182 | Ortega Tour Player SBK | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $430 |
| 183 | Carvalho Leaf CG KK CW Slim 14 | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $406 |
| 184 | Yamaha CG142C | Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $406 |
| 185 | Alhambra Z Nature incl.Gig Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $395 |
| 186 | Höfner HF-13 Bundle w/ GB | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $383 |
| 187 | Takamine GC2CE BLK Classical | Nut width 50.8 mm (2") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $377 |
| 188 | La Mancha Cereza Bundle w/GB | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $371 |
| 189 | Gewa Pro Natura Silver Samba | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $348 |
| 190 | Höfner HF-13 | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $348 |
| 191 | Höfner HF-13-S | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 630 mm (24.8") | $348 |
| 192 | La Mancha Cereza | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $348 |
| 193 | La Mancha Ruby CMX-N | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $348 |
| 194 | Manuel Rodriguez Tradicion T-65 4/4 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $348 |
| 195 | Ortega RCE125MMSN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $348 |
| 196 | Yamaha CG122MC | Scale 650 mm (25.59") · Frets 19 frets | $345 |
| 197 | Ortega R131SN-WR | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $336 |
| 198 | Ortega R131 Classical Guitar | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $332 |
| 199 | La Mancha Rubi SMX | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $325 |
| 200 | La Mancha Rubi S | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $325 |
| 201 | Thomann Classic Guitar S 4/4 w/Case | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $325 |
| 202 | Gewa Pro Arte GC210A | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $313 |
| 203 | La Mancha Perla Ambar SM-N | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $313 |
| 204 | La Mancha Rubi C | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $309 |
| 205 | La Mancha Rubi CM Armrest Edition | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $309 |
| 206 | La Mancha Rubi CM-N | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $300 |
| 207 | Ortega R131SN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $299 |
| 208 | Gewa Pro Arte GC-Antique | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $297 |
| 209 | Yamaha CG102 NT Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $297 |
| 210 | Gewa Pro Arte GC130A | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $290 |
| 211 | La Mancha Rubi CM Fishbone Edition | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $290 |
| 212 | Thomann Gypsy Nylon CE Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $290 |
| 213 | Thomann Classic Guitar S 4/4 Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $285 |
| 214 | Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Principio CA-CMO 120 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 656 mm (25.83") | $279 |
| 215 | Ortega R55DLX-BFT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $278 |
| 216 | Yamaha CG102 NT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $278 |
| 217 | Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Principio CA-MM E | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 656 mm (25.83") | $277 |
| 218 | Gewa Pro Natura Gold 4/4 m/Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $274 |
| 219 | Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Principio CA-PM FE | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 656 mm (25.83") | $267 |
| 220 | Harley Benton Santos Series C-40SCE N w/Bag | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Frets 20 frets | $267 |
| 221 | La Mancha Marble-N-SCC | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $267 |
| 222 | Ortega R122SN | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $267 |
| 223 | Thomann Classic Guitar S 4/4 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $267 |
| 224 | Thomann Gypsy Nylon CE | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $267 |
| 225 | Ortega R121SN WH | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $263 |
| 226 | Harley Benton Santos Series C-40SCE NT | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Frets 20 frets | $255 |
| 227 | Gewa Pro Natura Gold 4/4 | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $250 |
| 228 | Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Principio CA-PM F | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 656 mm (25.83") | $247 |
| 229 | La Mancha Granito 32-CEN-AB | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $243 |
| 230 | La Mancha Rubinito CM | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $241 |
| 231 | Fender CN-60S Black IL w/Bag | Scale 643 mm (25.31") · Frets 18 frets | $240 |
| 232 | La Mancha Romero Granito 32-CE-N | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $232 |
| 233 | La Mancha Quarzo 67-N | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $232 |
| 234 | Fender CN-60S Black IL | Scale 643 mm (25.31") · Frets 18 frets | $227 |
| 235 | Gewa Pro Natura Silver 4/4 Maple | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $220 |
| 236 | Ortega RPPC44 Pickers Pack | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $208 |
| 237 | Harley Benton CG300CE NT Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Weight 3.1 kg | $204 |
| 238 | La Mancha Rubinito LSM | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $185 |
| 239 | La Mancha Rubinito LSM-N | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $185 |
| 240 | Yamaha CX40 II | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $173 |
| 241 | Ortega RST5M | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $169 |
| 242 | La Mancha Granito 33-N-MB | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $157 |
| 243 | Thomann Classic 4/4 Guitar Blac Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $157 |
| 244 | Thomann Classic 4/4 Guitar Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $157 |
| 245 | La Mancha Romero Granito 32-AB | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $155 |
| 246 | La Mancha Romero Granito 32-N | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $150 |
| 247 | Thomann Classic 4/4 Guitar Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $150 |
| 248 | Thomann Classic 4/4 Guitar | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $139 |
| 249 | Thomann Classic 4/4 Guitar Black | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $139 |
| 250 | Harley Benton CG-400CE Thinline BK w/Bag | Nut width 48 mm (1.89") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $127 |
| 251 | Ortega RGA-ORG Classicalguitar | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $104 |
| 252 | Ortega RGA-GAP Classicalguitar | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") · Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $104 |
| 253 | Höfner HGL7 Green Line w/Bag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") | $716 |
| 254 | Höfner HGL7 Green Line | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") | $697 |
| 255 | Höfner HZ25 Bundle w/ Gig Bag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") | $499 |
| 256 | Höfner HZ25 | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") | $465 |
| 257 | Höfner HF15 Bundle w/ Gig Bag | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") | $441 |
| 258 | Höfner HF15 | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") | $406 |
| 259 | Höfner HZ23 | Nut width 50 mm (1.97") | $395 |
| 260 | La Mancha Rubi CM | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") | $297 |
| 261 | Ortega R121 WR | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") | $267 |
| 262 | Yamaha C70 | Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $236 |
| 263 | Yamaha C40M Bundle | Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $176 |
| 264 | Yamaha C40M | Scale 650 mm (25.59") | $150 |
| 265 | Harley Benton CG300CE NT Bundle | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") | $129 |
| 266 | Harley Benton CG300CE NT w/Bag | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") | $115 |
| 267 | Harley Benton CG300CE NT | Nut width 52 mm (2.05") | $104 |
| 268 | Yamaha CGX 122 MS | not published | $406 |
| 269 | Yamaha CGX 122 MC | not published | $380 |
| 270 | Höfner HHM-AZM Sondermodell B /w GB | not published | $313 |
4/4 Size Classical Guitars by the numbers
Measured across all 270 models in this category, so «wide», «short» or «expensive» mean something you can check.
How to Choose the Best 4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Playability (Action & Neck Profile)
This is paramount. A high action will kill your vibrato and make barre chords a wrestling match. A thick, unwieldy neck profile will just slow you down. Expect a bit more fret buzz in this price range, but it shouldn't be debilitating.
Tone (Midrange & Projection)
You're not going to get a shimmering, perfectly balanced tone like you'd find on a $3000 instrument. Look for a guitar with a decent amount of 'meat' in the midrange - that fat midrange honk that cuts through a band mix. Projection is key - can it be heard over a cajon and a vocalist?
Construction (Bracing & Finish)
Solid tops are ideal, but laminate tops are common at this price. The bracing pattern significantly affects the guitar's responsiveness; a well-executed fan bracing system will make a noticeable difference. The finish will likely be thinner and less refined than higher-end instruments - that's a trade-off to accept.
Materials (Wood Selection)
Spruce or cedar tops are standard. Back and sides are often mahogany or sapele. Don't expect exotic woods like rosewood or ebony - those add significant cost. The wood quality will impact the sustain and overall tonal character.
Overall Durability
Gigging isn't kind to guitars. Look for a reasonably robust build - a strong neck joint, a well-fitted bridge, and a finish that can withstand a little wear and tear. A flimsy guitar won't survive a few gigs in a smoky bar.
Buying Guide
Realistically, at this price, you're making compromises. The action might need a professional setup (budget around $50 for that). Don't chase 'bright' - often that just means harsh. Prioritize a comfortable neck profile and a decent midrange response. A solid top is worth the extra few bucks if you can swing it, but a well-built laminate top can still be a great player.
How This List Is Built
We don't play these instruments — we're a catalog, not a review desk, and we'd rather say so than pretend otherwise. This page covers 270 4/4 size classical guitars from the Thomann catalogue, which is the largest single source of specification data in this category: 15 in detail, the rest listed with their specifications.
Position is computed, not curated. We parse the manufacturer's own description into actual values — nut width, scale, fret count, fingerboard radius, size, alloy — and rank on them: how many specifications a model has published, how many of them are measurable numbers, and how precisely it meets this page's criterion. A product image adds a little. Price is not a ranking signal: it tells you nothing about whether a neck fits your hand. The same inputs always produce the same order, so nothing here is shuffled to look fresh.
What this list is good for: narrowing a category down to a shortlist by spec and budget. What it isn't: a substitute for hearing an instrument. Before you buy, read hands-on reviews and, where you can, play it. Full methodology.