Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Principio CA-PM SB
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Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez
Principio CA-PM SB
Product Info
Article Number:
616076
Model:
Principio CA-PM SB
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$317.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Caballero is a solid entry-level classical guitar with a surprisingly good amplified option. The spruce top gives it a bright, articulate voice, and the GEWA pickup is genuinely usable for small gigs or recording. It’s a great choice for students or anyone wanting a dependable, affordable classical with a cutaway and a bit of extra versatility.
Product Description
- Caballero by Manuel Rodriguez Principio CA-PM SB
- Classical Guitar with Pickup
- Size: 4/4
- With cutaway
- Back and sides: Sapele
- Top: Solid spruce
- Neck: Okoume with carbon reinforcement
- Fingerboard: Ovangkol
- ABS body binding with red decorative chip
- Wooden mosaic rosette
- Scale: 656 mm
- Nut width: 52 mm
- Bonoid nut
- Pickup system: GEWA ETC-4
- 4-band EQ with built-in tuner
- Ovangkol bridge with Bonoid saddle
- Gold-plated machine heads with black buttons
- Top colour: Black
- matt
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a clear, responsive tone with good projection.
- • GEWA ETC-4 pickup system provides usable amplified sound for stage performance.
- • Okoume neck with carbon reinforcement enhances stability and reduces unwanted movement.
- • Sapele back and sides offer warmth and balance, complementing the spruce top.
CONS
- • Black matte finish might show fingerprints and require more diligent cleaning.
- • Ovangkol fingerboard can be slightly drier than rosewood, potentially needing occasional humidification.
- • While versatile, the plugged-in tone is geared towards acoustic-electric performance, not high-gain scenarios.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Okoume with Carbon Reinforcement
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
656 mm
Frets
20
Nut Width
52 mm
Weight
1.75 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The GEWA ETC-4 is surprisingly decent for the price, offering a clean amplified tone; don't expect boutique quality, but it's far better than many similarly priced alternatives.
The carbon rods are subtle and shouldn't significantly alter the feel; they primarily enhance stability and reduce neck warping, ensuring consistent playability over time.
Matte finishes generally show marks more readily than gloss finishes. Regular cleaning and careful handling will help minimize any visible wear.
