Ortega RCE158RW-8
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Ortega
RCE158RW-8
Product Info
Article Number:
605772
Brand:
Ortega
Model:
RCE158RW-8
Category:
Other Classical Guitars
Price:
$790.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ortega RCE158RW-8 is a unique offering – an 8-string classical with a solid top and a surprisingly capable pickup. It's a great choice for classical players wanting to experiment with richer harmonies or for those needing a stage-ready amplified sound. The build quality is solid for the price point, making it a compelling option.
Product Description
- Ortega RCE158RW-8
- 8-String Classical Guitar with Pickup
- Size: 4/4
- With cutaway
- Back and sides: Rosewood
- Top: solid spruce
- Neck: Okoume
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Traditional
- 2-Way truss rod
- Mahogany/Rosewood binding
- 22 frets
- Pickup: MagusFly/G-8
- rechargeable
- 16-Hole rosewood bridge
- Ortega Otmstd-gowh custom machine heads
- Colour: Natural high-gloss
- Includes Pro gig bag
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, resonant tone with excellent projection.
- • Rosewood back and sides add warmth and sustain, complementing the spruce.
- • MagusFly/G-8 pickup system provides a surprisingly natural amplified sound.
- • Okoume neck offers a comfortable playing feel and good stability.
CONS
- • Rosewood binding, while attractive, can be prone to slight finish checking over time.
- • The 8-string configuration limits versatility for players accustomed to standard 6-string guitars.
- • The high-gloss finish may feel a bit slippery for some players, especially in humid conditions.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Rosewood
Neck Material
Okoume
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
650mm (standard 4/4 classical scale)
Frets
22
Nut Width
52mm (standard 4/4 classical guitar)
Weight
1.85kg (approximately – typical for a rosewood-backed guitar)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It aims for a more natural acoustic tone than many piezo pickups, but still has a bit of a 'stage' quality; it’s a good compromise for amplification.
It will take some getting used to; the wider string spacing and added range require a different approach to technique and chord voicings.
It's fairly durable but susceptible to minor finish checking with temperature/humidity fluctuations; regular cleaning and occasional polishing are recommended.
