La Mancha Rubinito CM/47
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La Mancha
Rubinito CM/47
Product Info
Article Number:
432651
Brand:
La Mancha
Model:
Rubinito CM/47
Category:
1/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$235.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Rubinito CM/47 is a really solid choice for young classical guitar students or beginners looking for a quality instrument without a premium price tag. The cedar top offers a pleasingly warm voice, and the smaller size makes it manageable for smaller hands. It’s a thoughtfully designed guitar that balances affordability with respectable build quality and tone.
Product Description
- La Mancha Rubinito CM/47
- Classical Guitar
- Size 1”/4”
- Top: Solid Canadian cedar
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Nato
- Fretboard and bridge: Ovangkol
- Scale: 470 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Nut and saddle: Nubone
- Nickel-plated machine heads with black buttons
- Savarez Cantiga High Tension 510AJ strings
- Model recommended by the EGTA 2017/2018
- Finish: Open pore
- Colour: Natural matte
PROS
- • Solid cedar top provides a warm, responsive tone ideal for student development.
- • Ovangkol fingerboard and bridge offer good durability and a pleasant feel.
- • Nubone nut and saddle enhance sustain and improve tuning stability.
- • Nickel-plated machine heads offer smooth tuning and a classic aesthetic.
CONS
- • Mahogany back and sides limit the guitar's projection compared to rosewood alternatives.
- • Nato neck, while stable, lacks the tonal complexity of Spanish cedar.
- • Open-pore finish, while attractive, requires more careful humidity control.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Canadian Cedar
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
470 mm
Frets
18
Nut Width
43 mm
Weight
Approximately 2.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The mahogany offers a more focused, warmer tone than rosewood, which tends to be more resonant and complex. It’s a great starting point for developing fundamental technique.
While 43mm is standard for classical guitars, some players with very large hands might find it a bit snug, but most will adapt easily.
With consistent humidity control and regular maintenance, the Rubinito CM/47 should provide many years of reliable service, potentially lasting a decade or more.
