Startone CG 851 4/4

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Startone CG 851 4/4

Startone

CG 851 4/4

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Product Info

Article Number: 187423
Brand: Startone
Model: CG 851 4/4
Price: $54.89

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This Startone CG 851 is a solid, budget-friendly option for absolute beginners or students just starting out with classical guitar. It’s surprisingly playable, offering a decent tone without breaking the bank. It's a great way to get acquainted with the instrument without a significant investment.

Product Description

  • Startone CG 851 4/4
  • Classical Guitar
  • Size: 4/4
  • Body: Basswood
  • Neck: Nato
  • Fingerboard: Jatoba
  • Scale: 650 mm
  • Nut width: 52 mm
  • Black body binding
  • Nylon strings
  • Total length: 99.06 cm
  • Colour: Light Brown
  • matte
  • Suitable gig bag: Art. #145669# (not included)
PROS
  • • Basswood body provides a warm, mellow tone suitable for classical pieces.
  • • Jatoba fingerboard offers a surprisingly smooth playing experience for the price.
  • • Nato neck is stable and comfortable, facilitating easier chord transitions.
  • • 650mm scale length feels familiar to many classical guitar players.
CONS
  • • Basswood body, while warm, lacks the projection of higher-grade woods.
  • • Jatoba fingerboard can feel slightly dry and may benefit from occasional oiling.
  • • Basic nylon strings will likely be the first upgrade for serious students.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Basswood
Back & Sides Basswood
Neck Material Nato
Fingerboard Jatoba
Scale Length 650 mm
Frets 20
Nut Width 52 mm
Weight Approximately 1.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Nato neck has a fairly standard, medium-thin profile, which should be manageable for most hand sizes, although a smaller student might prefer something even thinner.
Spruce tops generally offer more brightness and projection; this basswood top provides a warmer, rounder tone, more suited to softer classical pieces.
They’re functional for learning, but replacing the nylon strings with a higher-quality set will noticeably improve the tone and playability.

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