Ortega R55DLX-BFT
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Ortega
R55DLX-BFT
Product Info
Article Number:
510582
Brand:
Ortega
Model:
R55DLX-BFT
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$262.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ortega R55DLX-BFT is a fantastic entry point into solid-top classical guitars. It offers a really nice balance of quality materials and playability for the price, making it ideal for students or intermediate players looking for a warm, articulate sound without the premium price tag. The build is solid, and the neck profile is very comfortable.
Product Description
- Ortega R55DLX-BFT
- Classical Guitar
- Size: 4/4
- Top: Solid Engelmann spruce
- Back
- sides and arm rest: Catalpa
- Neck: Nato
- Fretboard: Walnut
- Scale length: 650 mm (25.59")
- Nut width: 52 mm (2.04")
- Black ABS body binding
- Headstock with walnut veneer
- Walnut bridge
- 2-Way truss rod
- Finish: Open-pored
- Colour: Bourbon Fade
PROS
- • Solid Engelmann spruce top delivers a surprisingly responsive, warm tone.
- • Catalpa back & sides offer a unique, balanced sonic character.
- • Walnut fingerboard provides a smooth, comfortable playing experience.
- • 2-Way truss rod allows for easy neck adjustments, accommodating various string gauges.
CONS
- • Catalpa isn't as tonally resonant as more premium rosewood or mahogany.
- • ABS binding, while durable, lacks the aesthetic appeal of wood binding.
- • Bourbon Fade finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Engelmann Spruce
Back & Sides
Catalpa
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
650 mm (25.59 in)
Frets
20
Nut Width
52 mm (2.04 in)
Weight
1.85 kg (4.08 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Catalpa provides a slightly more subdued and focused tone than rosewood, lacking some of the rosewood's deep bass response, but still offering good projection and clarity.
The 52mm nut width is standard for classical guitars, which is wider than many steel-string guitars. It’s generally comfortable for most, but players with very large hands might find it a little snug.
The open-pored finish is beautiful, but requires a bit more care; it's susceptible to fingerprints and may need occasional polishing to maintain its luster.
