Yamaha CGS102A

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Yamaha CGS102A

Yamaha

CGS102A

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Product Info

Article Number: 170447
Brand: Yamaha
Model: CGS102A
Price: $152.90

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This CGS102A is a solid entry point for young classical guitar students. The smaller size makes it manageable for smaller hands, and the spruce top provides a surprisingly decent sound for an instrument in this category. It's a well-built, budget-friendly option for first-time players or school programs.

Product Description

Yamaha CGS102A, Classical Guitar

Yamaha has developed the CGS102 model with young guitarists in mind by creating a guitar in 1/2 size. Thanks to its 535 mm scale and a narrower body, the handling of this guitar is comfortable even for the youngest of children. A spruce top, in combination with the meranti bottom and sides, ensures a full, balanced sound despite the guitar's small size. A genuine rosewood fretboard plus a solid rosewood bridge are also included in the basic setup.

  • School model
  • Size: 1/2
  • Top: Spruce
  • Bottom and sides: Meranti
  • Neck: Meranti
  • Fretboard and bridge: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
  • Body depth: 80 / 85 mm
  • Scale: 535 mm (21.06")
  • Nut width: 48 mm
  • Chrome-plated machine heads
  • Dimensions: 87 x 31 x 8.5 cm
  • Colour: Natural
PROS
  • • Spruce top delivers a surprisingly full and resonant tone.
  • • Meranti back and sides offer a warm, balanced character for its size.
  • • Rosewood fretboard provides a comfortable playing feel and good note definition.
  • • Chrome machine heads offer reliable tuning stability for beginner use.
CONS
  • • Meranti construction limits the overall tonal complexity compared to higher-end models.
  • • The 1/2 size may feel cramped for older or larger students.
  • • Rosewood bridge is a laminate, not solid, impacting sustain and tone.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Meranti
Neck Material Meranti
Fingerboard Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Scale Length 535 mm (21.06 in)
Frets 19
Nut Width 48 mm
Weight Approximately 1.8 kg (4 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the narrower body and shorter scale length contribute to a more comfortable neck profile for younger players compared to full-size guitars.
The spruce top gives it a bit more projection and clarity than many other student-level 1/2 size guitars – it's a noticeable step up in sound quality.
As a student's hands grow, they'll likely outgrow the 1/2 size, but this guitar is durable enough to be passed on or used for travel.

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