Yamaha CGX 102
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Yamaha
CGX 102
Product Info
Article Number:
313006
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
CGX 102
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$394.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The CGX 102 is a solid entry-level classical guitar, especially if you need amplification. The spruce top provides a decent fundamental tone, and the inSystem pickup is surprisingly good for stage work or recording. It’s a great choice for students and beginners who want a playable, amplified classical instrument without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Yamaha CGX 102
- Classical Guitar
- Spruce top
- Back and sides: Nato
- Rosewood fretboard (Dalbergia latifolia)
- 18 frets
- Nut width: 52 mm
- Scale: 650 mm
- "System 68N" pickup with tuner
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers a bright, responsive tone suitable for various styles
- • inSystem 68N pickup provides surprisingly natural amplified sound
- • Nato back and sides offer good projection and structural stability
- • Rosewood fretboard enhances sustain and provides a comfortable playing feel
CONS
- • Nato back and sides lack the tonal complexity of more premium woods like mahogany
- • The finish, while functional, is a basic gloss and may not appeal to all
- • Limited upper fret access can be a challenge for advanced players
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Nato
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
18
Nut Width
52 mm
Weight
1.8 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s surprisingly natural, capturing a good amount of the guitar's acoustic character without excessive artificiality; it’s a step above many budget piezo systems.
The neck profile is fairly standard for a classical guitar, so it might feel a little slim for those accustomed to a thicker neck, but most will find it manageable.
Like any guitar, proper setup is key, but the CGX 102 generally holds tuning well, and the pickup system doesn't introduce significant tuning instability.
