Startone CG851 1/4

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Startone CG851 1/4

Startone

CG851 1/4

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Product Info

Article Number: 219039
Brand: Startone
Model: CG851 1/4
Price: $41.69

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The Startone CG851 1/4 is a remarkably affordable option for young beginners or those needing a travel guitar. It's well-sized for smaller players and offers a surprisingly playable neck, though the tone is naturally mellow and benefits from string upgrades down the line. It's a solid first guitar – simple, functional, and gets the job done.

Product Description

  • Startone CG851 1/4
  • Classical Guitar
  • Size: 1/4
  • Body: Basswood
  • Neck: Nato
  • Fingerboard: Jatoba
  • Scale: 480 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Black body binding
  • Nylon strings
  • Total length: 78.8 cm
  • Colour: Light Brown
  • matte
  • Suitable gig bag: Art. #198578# (not included)
PROS
  • • Basswood body provides a warm, mellow tone suitable for beginners.
  • • Jatoba fingerboard offers a surprisingly smooth playing experience for the price.
  • • 43mm nut width eases finger placement, ideal for smaller hands.
  • • Compact 1/4 size makes it exceptionally portable and easy to manage.
CONS
  • • Basswood body lacks the resonance of more premium tonewoods like spruce.
  • • Nato neck, while stable, isn't as tonally responsive as mahogany.
  • • Basic nylon strings will likely need upgrading for improved sustain.

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Key Features

Top Wood Basswood
Back & Sides Basswood
Neck Material Nato
Fingerboard Jatoba
Scale Length 480 mm
Frets Likely un-inlaid, nickel-silver (typical for this price range)
Nut Width 43 mm
Weight Approximately 2.5 lbs (based on similar 1/4 size guitars)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The action is likely adjustable at the saddle, but the range of adjustment is probably limited given the budget construction.
It's on par with other guitars in its price bracket; don't expect a concert-level sound, but it's functional and pleasant for practice.
Yes, you can, but be cautious; excessively thick strings might require a nut slot widening to prevent buzzing.

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