La Mancha Rubi CM/53
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La Mancha
Rubi CM/53
Product Info
Article Number:
466731
Brand:
La Mancha
Model:
Rubi CM/53
Category:
1/2 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$273.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The La Mancha Rubi CM/53 is a fantastic entry-level classical guitar, especially well-suited for younger students or those new to the instrument. The solid cedar top delivers a surprisingly rich tone, while the Toona Kalantas neck makes it easy to play. It's a solid choice offering a good balance of quality and affordability.
Product Description
- La Mancha Rubi CM/53 TK
- Classical Guitar
- Size: 1/2
- Top made of solid Canadian cedar
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Maple bindings
- Neck: Toona Kalantas with carbon reinforcement
- Spanish neck-body transition
- Fretboard: Ovangkol
- Scale length: 530 mm
- Bridge: Ovangkol with double hole
- Nut and saddle: bone
- Nut width: 48 mm
- Strings: Savarez Cantiga High Tension 510AJ
- Gold-plated machine heads with black buttons
- Finish: Natural matte open pore
- Model recommended by the EGTA 2019/2020
PROS
- • Solid cedar top provides a warm, responsive, and mature tonal character.
- • Toona Kalantas neck with carbon reinforcement ensures stability and comfortable playability.
- • Ovangkol fingerboard offers a smooth playing surface and pleasing aesthetic.
- • Maple bindings add a touch of elegance and enhance the guitar’s structural integrity.
CONS
- • Mahogany back and sides, while pleasant, limit the potential for brighter projection.
- • Savarez Cantiga strings, while decent, may be a starting point for more experienced players.
- • Natural matte finish, while attractive, might require more careful handling to avoid marks.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Canadian Cedar
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Toona Kalantas
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
530 mm
Frets
19
Nut Width
48 mm
Weight
Approximately 3.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The solid cedar top gives it a warmer, more mature sound than many budget 1/2 size models that use laminate tops – it’s a noticeable step up in tonal complexity.
Yes, the neck profile is designed for comfort and ease of play, particularly for smaller hands, and the carbon reinforcement helps maintain its shape over time.
While excellent for beginners, it’s likely a student will outgrow the 1/2 size. The quality build means it can be a cherished instrument for several years, though.
