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For almost a decade the Yamaha C40 has established itself as Yamaha’s lowest priced full-sized classical guitar. Beginners and young learners alike will appreciate the level of quality found in the C Series classic guitars. These quality instruments deliver outstanding cost performance with exceptional playability and superb tone. The C Series consists of full-size instruments with a level of quality only Yamaha can deliver. Included Yamaha C40 Nylon String Classical Guitar Guitar Case Top Spruce Back Sides Indonesian Mahogany Neck Nato Fretboard Javanese Rosewood Bridge Javanese Rosewood Frets 19

The CG Series classic guitars provide quality materials and craftsmanship in a variety of price points. These instruments deliver excellent tonal balance with their improved woods finishes and thinner necks for extended comfort and playability. Yamaha Factories Yamaha guitars basses and amplifiers are not a product of a single shop or factory. A worldwide network of design development and production facilities translate into a large group of highly talented individuals working as a team to bring forth innovative ideas and designs. Top Spruce Back & Sides Nato Neck Nato Fretboard Rosewood Bridge Yamaha Original Frets 19 Hardware Chrome

This is Yamaha’s smallest instrument. Its 21 in. scale length and 3-3 4 in. deep body provide a perfect fit for the youngest musicians ideal for student ages 3 7 . This petite size is the most difficult to produce properly and many inexpensive ‘toy’ guitars fill this price range. But don’t let them fool you the CGS102 is a legitimate musical instrument constructed with the beautiful tonal woods and meticulous details of a full-sized Yamaha guitar. A correctly sized instrument is vital to learning. Nothing frustrates a young player more than trying to manage an instrument that’s too large for growing hands and bodies. Yet many small guitars are little more than toys that easily fall out of tune or produce inadequate tone. For a guitar to inspire a student to greatness it must be made with the care and quality of a serious instrument. Yamaha has discovered a way to condense their world-renowned classic guitars into perfectly proportioned 1 2 and 3 4 sized models that retain a wonderfully rich full-size tone. These special instruments along with one full-size model form the Yamaha CGS Series. Their reduced scale lengths and action settings ensure that small students enjoy a positive guitar experience and a seamless transition as they grow. The Yamaha CGS approach incorporates a deep respect for the European guitar tradition. These instruments built with the skill and durability that have characterized Yamaha guitars for over 30 years meet the most stringent standards of conservatories and music schools throughout the world and overcome the daily handling of their enthusiastic students. Choosing the Right Size How do you determine the correct guitar size One rule of thumb is to simply have a child stand next to a guitar. The top of the guitar’s headstock should reach the student’s waist. Next have the child hold the instrument properly and with the left hand grasp the neck near the lowest frets. Without spreading the fingers the hand should cover 3-4 frets allowing a slight stretch for some chords. Nut widths 48 52 mm and bridge spacing are graduated for proper spacing for young hands. Hardened stainless steel frets have been leveled and polished to create a uniform playing surface

Deluxe case for all Yamaha CG Series Classical and G Series handcrafted classical guitars. Accommodates most other manufacturer’s classical guitars.