Godin Motif

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Godin Motif

Godin

Motif

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 499245
Brand: Godin
Model: Motif
Price: $944.90

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The Godin Motif is a beautifully crafted, smaller-bodied classical guitar ideal for students, travel, or players seeking a more intimate playing experience. The solid cedar top provides a lovely warmth, while the Canadian cherry offers a pleasing aesthetic and a touch of extra projection. It’s a well-made instrument that feels premium and plays surprisingly well for a 3/4 size guitar.

Product Description

  • Godin Motif
  • Classical Guitar
  • Design: Parlor
  • Size: 3/4
  • Top: Solid cedar
  • Back & Sides: Canadian wild cherry
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fretboard & Bridge: Rosewood
  • Scale: 651 mm (25.66")
  • Nut width: 50.80 mm (2")
  • Nut: Graph Tech
  • 19 Frets
  • Colour: Natural gloss
  • Made in Canada
PROS
  • • Solid cedar top delivers warm, responsive classical tone.
  • • Canadian wild cherry back/sides add richness and projection.
  • • Mahogany neck provides comfortable feel and sustain.
  • • Graph Tech nut improves tuning stability and playability.
CONS
  • • Parlor size may feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • Limited versatility compared to more modern hybrid classical designs.
  • • Natural gloss finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Cedar
Back & Sides Canadian Wild Cherry
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood
Scale Length 651 mm (25.66in)
Frets 19
Nut Width 50.80 mm (2in)
Weight 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cedar generally offers a warmer, more immediate response than spruce, with a softer dynamic range – it’s less bright and a little more forgiving.
It can be, but the smaller body and shorter scale might feel a bit cramped; try it out in person if possible to ensure a comfortable playing experience.
Godin’s reputation for quality craftsmanship shines through; the Motif feels solid and well-assembled, on par with many similarly premium-priced instruments from Canada.

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