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Best Yamaha 4/4 Size Classical Guitars 2026

Premium Yamaha 4/4 size classical guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

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SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Classical For Flamenco For Bossa Nova For Spanish Guitar For Fingerstyle For Academic Study
BRANDS: Ortega Alhambra Yamaha Cordoba Höfner Hanika La Mancha Manuel Rodriguez Harley Benton Thomann Ibanez Ramirez Takamine Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Furch Taylor Amalio Burguet Juan Hernandez Fender Gewa
Yamaha CG192C - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Yamaha CG192C

by Yamaha
Spanish Guitar Fingerstyle Bossa Nova
Key Feature:
• Wide neck for fingerpicking
✓ PROS
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
  • • Classical playing position comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Limited volume compared to steel string
  • • Wide neck challenging for small hands

Yamaha CG192CClassical GuitarTop: Solid cedarBottom and sides: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)Neck: MahoganyFretboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 245544
$703
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NTX5NT NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Yamaha NTX5NT NAT

by Yamaha
Fingerstyle Bossa Nova Spanish Guitar
Key Feature:
• Classical playing position comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
  • • Rich, mellow tone character
✗ CONS
  • • Wide neck challenging for small hands
  • • Not suitable for pick playing

Yamaha NTX5NT NATClassical Guitar with PickupBuild: With cutawayTop: Solid European spruceBack and sides: Solid...

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 483249
$2,089
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha CGX 102 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Yamaha CGX 102

by Yamaha
Academic Study Flamenco Spanish Guitar
Key Feature:
• Classical playing position comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, mellow tone character
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
✗ CONS
  • • Not suitable for pick playing
  • • Nylon strings require frequent tuning

Yamaha CGX 102Classical GuitarSpruce topBack and sides: NatoRosewood fretboard (Dalbergia latifolia)18 fretsNut width:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 313006
$395
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NTX1BS Brown Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Yamaha NTX1BS Brown Sunburst

by Yamaha
Classical Fingerstyle Bossa Nova
Key Feature:
• Perfect for formal study
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional nylon string warmth
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
✗ CONS
  • • Limited volume compared to steel string
  • • Wide neck challenging for small hands

Yamaha NTX1BS Brown SunburstClassical Guitar with PickupBuild: With cutawayTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack & sides:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 483259
$461
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NTX3NT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Yamaha NTX3NT

by Yamaha
Flamenco Spanish Guitar Academic Study
Key Feature:
• Perfect for formal study
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, mellow tone character
  • • Classical playing position comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Less projection in ensemble
  • • Wide neck challenging for small hands

Yamaha NTX3NTClassical Guitar with PickupBuild: With cutawayTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack and sides: Solid walnutNeck:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 483253
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NCX3C NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yamaha NCX3C NAT

by Yamaha
Fingerstyle Classical Bossa Nova
Key Feature:
• Perfect for formal study
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, mellow tone character
  • • Traditional nylon string warmth
✗ CONS
  • • Not suitable for pick playing
  • • Limited volume compared to steel string

Yamaha NCX3C NATClassical Guitar with PickupStyle: CutawayTop: Solid red cedarBack and sides: Solid walnutNeck: African...

⭐ 4.5/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 483227
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha CG142S BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Yamaha CG142S BL

by Yamaha
Academic Study Spanish Guitar Bossa Nova
Key Feature:
• Traditional nylon string warmth
✓ PROS
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
  • • Classical playing position comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Not suitable for pick playing
  • • Less projection in ensemble

Yamaha CG142S BLClassical GuitarSolid Engelmann spruce topBottom and sides: NatoNeck: NatoFretboard: Rosewood...

⭐ 4.4/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 302552
$428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha CGX 122 MS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha CGX 122 MS

by Yamaha
Academic Study Fingerstyle Bossa Nova
Key Feature:
• Classical playing position comfort
✓ PROS
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
  • • Perfect for formal study
✗ CONS
  • • Wide neck challenging for small hands
  • • Limited volume compared to steel string

Yamaha CGX 122 MSClassical Guitar with PickupSize: 4/4Traditional body shapeTop: solid spruceBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 552422
$384
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha CG-TA NT Transacoustic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Yamaha CG-TA NT Transacoustic

by Yamaha
Fingerstyle Academic Study Spanish Guitar
Key Feature:
• Wide neck for fingerpicking
✓ PROS
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
  • • Classical playing position comfort
✗ CONS
  • • Not suitable for pick playing
  • • Wide neck challenging for small hands

Yamaha CG-TA NT TransacousticClassical Guitar with PickupSize: 4/4Bottom and sides: OvankolTop: Solid Engelmann...

⭐ 4.8/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 458067
$791
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha CGX 122 MC - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Yamaha CGX 122 MC

by Yamaha
Flamenco Fingerstyle Classical
Key Feature:
• Perfect for formal study
✓ PROS
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
  • • Perfect for formal study
✗ CONS
  • • Nylon strings require frequent tuning
  • • Less projection in ensemble

Yamaha CGX 122 MCClassical Guitar with PickupSize: 4/4Traditional body shapeTop: solid cedarBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 552428
$428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NCX1 NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Yamaha NCX1 NAT

by Yamaha
Academic Study Fingerstyle Flamenco
Key Feature:
• Rich, mellow tone character
✓ PROS
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
  • • Rich, mellow tone character
✗ CONS
  • • Limited volume compared to steel string
  • • Nylon strings require frequent tuning

Yamaha NCX1 NATClassical Guitar with PickupBuild: With cutawayTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack & sides: NatoNeck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 483234
$494
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha CG192S - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Yamaha CG192S

by Yamaha
Bossa Nova Spanish Guitar Academic Study
Key Feature:
• Perfect for formal study
✓ PROS
  • • Classical playing position comfort
  • • Perfect for formal study
✗ CONS
  • • Wide neck challenging for small hands
  • • Limited volume compared to steel string

Yamaha CG192SClassical GuitarTop: Solid spruceBack & Sides: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)Neck: MahoganyFretboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 245543
$703
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NTX1NT NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Yamaha NTX1NT NAT

by Yamaha
Bossa Nova Spanish Guitar Academic Study
Key Feature:
• Perfect for formal study
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for formal study
  • • Rich, mellow tone character
✗ CONS
  • • Nylon strings require frequent tuning
  • • Less projection in ensemble

Yamaha NTX1NT NATClassical Guitar with PickupBuild: With cutawayTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack & sides: NatoNeck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 483256
$494
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NCX3 NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Yamaha NCX3 NAT

by Yamaha
Classical Flamenco Spanish Guitar
Key Feature:
• Rich, mellow tone character
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, mellow tone character
  • • Wide neck for fingerpicking
✗ CONS
  • • Nylon strings require frequent tuning
  • • Less projection in ensemble

Yamaha NCX3 NATClassical Guitar with PickupBuild: With cutawayTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack and sides: Solid walnutNeck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 483223
$1,132
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha NCX1FM NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Yamaha NCX1FM NAT

by Yamaha
Academic Study Spanish Guitar Classical
Key Feature:
• Traditional nylon string warmth
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional nylon string warmth
  • • Perfect for formal study
✗ CONS
  • • Not suitable for pick playing
  • • Less projection in ensemble

Yamaha NCX1FM NATClassical Guitar with PickupBuild: With cutawayTop: Solid Sitka spruceBack and sides: Flamed...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 483237
$626
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 4/4 Size Classical Guitars

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 4/4 size classical guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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