Ortega RQ39E Requinto

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Ortega RQ39E Requinto

Ortega

RQ39E Requinto

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 510610
Brand: Ortega
Model: RQ39E Requinto
Price: $328.90

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The Ortega RQ39E Requinto is a surprisingly well-built instrument, particularly considering its affordable price point. The solid cedar top gives it a pleasingly warm tone, while the Magusho pickup system makes it surprisingly versatile for small gigs or recording. It’s an excellent choice for students or players seeking a compact, amplified requinto with a traditional feel.

Product Description

  • Ortega RQ39E Requinto
  • Requino Classical Guitar with Pickup
  • With cutaway
  • Top: Solid cedar
  • Back and Sides: Sapele
  • Neck: Okoume
  • Fretboard: Walnut
  • Scale: 535 mm
  • Nut width: 50 mm
  • Body depth: 110 mm
  • Pickups Ortega Magusho Preampsystem
  • Bridge: Walnut
  • 2-Way truss rod
  • Colour: Natural matte
  • Includes gigbag
PROS
  • • Solid cedar top delivers warm, responsive tone ideal for classical and flamenco
  • • Okoume neck offers comfortable playability and good stability
  • • Ortega Magusho pickup system provides usable amplified sound without harshness
  • • Sapele back and sides add projection and sustain to the overall tone
CONS
  • • Sapele can occasionally exhibit a slightly 'boxed-in' resonance compared to rosewood
  • • Cutaway access is somewhat restricted, impacting higher fret reach
  • • Nut width of 50mm might feel narrow for players accustomed to wider classical necks

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Cedar
Back & Sides Sapele
Neck Material Okoume
Fingerboard Walnut
Scale Length 535 mm
Frets 20
Nut Width 50 mm
Weight 1.7 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Magusho system is known for its natural sound, avoiding the overly bright or artificial tone often found in cheaper systems; it's a solid choice for stage or recording.
Yes, the shorter scale length gives it a slightly higher pitch and a more nimble feel, best suited for requinto playing or those who prefer a tighter string tension.
The matte finish is purely aesthetic and has minimal impact on the guitar's tonal qualities or projection; it’s primarily about feel and appearance.

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