Yamaha - C40 Natural Beginners Full-Size Classical Guitar
A high level of craftmanship and great attention paid to detail results in instruments of outstanding quality. The C series guitars provide excellent cost performance for beginners and young learners with exceptional playability and superb tone. The C40 might be one of Yamaha's most inexpensive full-size classical models, but its quality and tone are outstanding. A real bargain for beginners.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Warm nylon-string tone with sensitive fingerstyle response and traditional construction
Nylon takes time to settle in; classical guitars have different neck geometry than steel-string
A nylon-string guitar offers a warmth and expressiveness that no other instrument can replicate. Every note has a rounded, singing quality that responds to the subtlest touch. Whether you're playing classical repertoire, bossa nova, or contemporary fingerstyle, this guitar turns technique into art.
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A high level of craftmanship and great attention paid to detail results in instruments of outstanding quality. The C series guitars provide excellent cost performance for beginners and young learners with exceptional playability and superb tone. The C40 might be one of Yamaha's most inexpensive full-size classical models, but its quality and tone are outstanding. A real bargain for beginners.- Yamaha CG Shape
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| Body Shape | Yamaha CG Shape |
| Scale Length | 650mm |
| Body Length | 490mm |
| Total Length | 995mm |
| Body Width | 370mm |
| Body Depth | 94-100mm |
| Nut Width | 52mm |
| String Spacing | 11.8mm |
| Top Material | Spruce |
| Back Material | Locally Sourced Tonewood |
| Side Material | Locally Sourced Tonewood |
| Neck Material | Locally Sourced Tonewood |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Bridge Material | Rosewood |
| Nut Material | Urea |
| Saddle Material | Urea |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | Flat |
| Tuners | Chrome(RM-1252X) |
| Body Binding | Black (Black + White for BL color variation) |
| Soundholde Inlay | Decal |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Neck Finish | Matt |
| Electronics | - |
| Controls | - |
| Connections | - |
| Strings | Medium |
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Yamaha is one of the most recognized names in musical instruments worldwide. Known for exceptional build quality, innovative design, and reliable performance across every price range, Yamaha instruments are trusted by beginners and touring professionals alike.
at nantel musique, we carry a curated selection of yamaha classical guitars — each one inspected, set up, and backed by our expert team. every purchase includes our satisfaction guarantee and dedicated after-sales support.

