Yamaha CGX 122 MC
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Yamaha
CGX 122 MC
Product Info
Article Number:
552428
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
CGX 122 MC
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$427.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The CGX 122 MC is a really solid entry point for students or anyone wanting a classical guitar with amplified capability. It’s surprisingly versatile, lending itself well to practice, performance, and even basic studio work. The build is dependable, and the tone is warm and inviting - a great all-around instrument.
Product Description
- Yamaha CGX 122 MC
- Classical Guitar with Pickup
- Size: 4/4
- Traditional body shape
- Top: solid cedar
- Back and sides: nato
- Fingerboard and bridge: Walnut
- Fully integrated onboard pickup system for live performances or studio recordings
- Built-in digital tuner
- Finish: Satin
PROS
- • Solid cedar top delivers a warm, responsive tone ideal for classical and fingerstyle.
- • Yamaha's integrated pickup system offers surprisingly clean amplified sound for stage or recording.
- • Nato back and sides provide a balanced, stable foundation for the guitar's resonance.
- • Walnut fingerboard and bridge contribute to a smooth playing feel and good sustain.
CONS
- • Nato back and sides, while stable, lack the tonal complexity of more premium tonewoods.
- • Satin finish, while pleasant, may feel less refined compared to gloss finishes.
- • The onboard tuner is convenient but lacks the precision of a dedicated external tuner.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Cedar
Back & Sides
Nato
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
650mm
Frets
20
Nut Width
52mm
Weight
1.8kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a good, functional system, but lacks the nuance and clarity of premium piezo or magnetic pickups – perfectly adequate for most performance needs though.
The neck has a fairly standard classical profile; some players with very large hands might find it a bit narrow, but most will find it quite playable.
Cedar is softer than spruce, so it requires more careful handling and humidity control, but it's not inherently fragile with reasonable care.
