Ortega R121SN WH
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Ortega
R121SN WH
Product Info
Article Number:
363458
Brand:
Ortega
Model:
R121SN WH
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$248.60
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ortega R121SN WH is a surprisingly good value for a student or beginner classical guitar. It’s got a solid, warm tone, a comfortable neck, and the white finish is visually appealing. It’s a fantastic starting point for anyone wanting to explore the classical guitar world without a premium-priced investment.
Product Description
- Ortega R121SN WH
- Classical Guitar
- Size: 4/4
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard and bridge: Walnut
- Nut width: 48 mm
- Scale: 650 mm
- Body depth: 102 mm
- Chrome-plated machine heads
- Ex-factory stringing: Savarez 510CJ (Article no. #249229#)
- Colour: White
- Deluxe gig bag included
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers a surprisingly resonant and clear tone for the price.
- • Mahogany back and sides offer warmth and a pleasing, focused midrange.
- • Walnut fingerboard provides a smooth playing experience and a touch of visual elegance.
- • Included gig bag is genuinely useful, a nice touch for a guitar in this category.
CONS
- • The Savarez 510CJ strings are serviceable but many players will want to upgrade them immediately.
- • The white finish, while attractive, can be prone to showing fingerprints and smudges.
- • While well-built, the hardware feels a little basic and could benefit from an upgrade down the line.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
19
Nut Width
48 mm
Weight
1.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s noticeably clearer and more resonant than many budget classical guitars, largely thanks to the spruce top; it avoids the boxy sound common in cheaper models.
The mahogany neck has a fairly standard profile, not overly thick or thin, which should suit a wide range of hand sizes, though a very small child might find it a touch wide.
The gig bag is a decent quality padded bag, sufficient for carrying the guitar around town or to lessons, but it's not a hard case and won't provide the same level of protection for air travel.
