Cordoba Protege C1M 4/4

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Cordoba Protege C1M 4/4

Cordoba

Protege C1M 4/4

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 376541
Brand: Cordoba
Model: Protege C1M 4/4
Price: $168.30

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The Cordoba Protege C1M is a fantastic entry-level classical guitar. It’s well-built for the price, offering a comfortable neck and a surprisingly balanced tone thanks to the spruce top. It's perfect for students and beginners looking for a reliable instrument to learn on without a huge investment.

Product Description

  • Cordoba Protege C1M 4/4
  • Classical Guitar
  • Size: 4/4
  • Top: Spruce
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • With trussrod
  • Fingerboard and bridge: Pau Ferro
  • 19 frets
  • Scale: 650 mm
  • Nut width: 52 mm
  • Gold-plated hardware
  • Standard strings: Savarez 500CRJ (Art. #205111#)
  • Colour: Natural matt
PROS
  • • Spruce top delivers a surprisingly bright and responsive tone.
  • • Mahogany back and sides provide warmth and projection.
  • • Truss rod allows for easy neck adjustments, crucial for stability.
  • • Pau Ferro fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience.
CONS
  • • Savarez strings are serviceable but a worthwhile upgrade for better tone.
  • • Mahogany construction means it won’t have the sustain of rosewood models.
  • • Matt finish, while practical, lacks the visual appeal of gloss finishes.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Pau Ferro
Scale Length 650 mm
Frets 19
Nut Width 52 mm
Weight 1.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The mahogany gives it a warmer, mellower tone than rosewood, with less overt sustain. It's still quite resonant and projects well, but lacks the 'sparkle' rosewood often provides.
Yes, the truss rod is accessible at the headstock, allowing for straightforward adjustments to compensate for string tension and seasonal changes.
The build quality is surprisingly good; the bracing is solid, the action is generally manageable, and the overall construction feels robust, exceeding expectations for an entry-level model.

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