Höfner HZ23
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Höfner
HZ23
Product Info
Article Number:
120520
Brand:
Höfner
Model:
HZ23
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$488.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The HZ23 is a solid entry-level classical guitar, perfect for students and beginners. Its German construction and cedar top offer a surprisingly rich and warm sound for the price, while the rosewood fingerboard makes it a joy to play. It's a reliable instrument that'll serve a student well through early lessons and beyond.
Product Description
- Höfner HZ23
- Höfner HZ23
- Classical Guitar 4/4
- Ideal student model recommended by EGTA
- Solid cedar top
- Mahogany back and sides
- Neck: Mahogany
- Rosewood fretboard (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Rosewood bridge and neck reinforcement (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Scale: 65 cm
- Nut width: 50 mm
- Finish: Satin Antique gold
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Solid cedar top delivers a warm, responsive tone suitable for classical study
- • German craftsmanship ensures a reliable build and consistent playability
- • Rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth, comfortable feel for extended practice
- • Mahogany back and sides contribute to a balanced, focused acoustic projection
CONS
- • Satin finish, while attractive, can feel slightly less refined than glossier options
- • 50mm nut width may feel wide for players accustomed to narrower necks
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to more expensive, all-solid wood models
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Cedar
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Scale Length
65 cm
Frets
19
Nut Width
50 mm
Weight
1.8 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 50mm nut width can be a bit wide initially, but most beginners adapt quickly. It's a good size for developing proper technique.
Being made in Germany, the HZ23 generally boasts a higher level of craftsmanship and attention to detail compared to many budget-friendly instruments from Asia.
The satin finish primarily impacts the feel and aesthetics – it doesn't significantly alter the guitar's acoustic response. The cedar top is the primary driver of the tone.
