Yamaha GC12C Grand Concert - Cedar
Yamaha GC12C Grand Concert - Cedar
Front, back and sides are all crafted with solid plate for this class surpassing artifact. A guitar with balanced harmony from bass to treble, that meets your expectation. GC22C features solid American Cedar on the top board.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Warm nylon-string tone with sensitive fingerstyle response and traditional construction
Quality nylon strings and a footstool transform the experience. Let new strings settle 2-3 days - the tone gets richer each day. D'Addario Pro-Arté are our go-to recommendation.
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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GC12C
Front, back and sides are all crafted with solid plate for this class surpassing artifact. A guitar with balanced harmony from bass to treble, that meets your expectation. GC22C features solid American Cedar on the top board.- Solid Western Redcedar Top
- Solid Rosewood Back & Sides
- African Mahogany Neck
- Ebony Fingerboard
- Reinforced Carrying Bag Included
GC / GCX
Developed with the know-how gained from decades of experience making hand-made instruments, the GC series represent our handcrafted line of classical guitars at guitar workshop in Japan and China. Our craftsmen's close attention to detail and selecting the finest wood materials makes sure that each instrument is of the best quality possible. Whether you choose the warm sweet tone of ceder or the clear rich resonance of spruce, either top will provide discerning players with outstanding tone and clarity.Top materials
Wood selections
Neck shaping
Bracing pattern
Saddle fit & bridge
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| General Specifications | |||
| Body Shape | Yamaha CG Shape | Yamaha CG Shape | |
| Scale Length | 650 mm (25 9/16") | 650 mm (25 9/16") | |
| Body Length | 490 mm (19 5/16") | 490 mm (19 5/16") | |
| Total Length | 988 mm (38 7/8") | 988 mm (38 7/8") | |
| Body Width | 370 mm (14 9/16") | 370 mm (14 9/16") | |
| Body Depth | 94-100 mm (3 11/16" - 3 15/16") | 94-100 mm (3 11/16" - 3 15/16") | |
| Nut Width | 52 mm (2 1/16") | 52 mm (2 1/16") | |
| String Spacing * | 11.8 mm | 11.8 mm | |
| Top Material | Solid European Spruce | Solid Western Redcedar | |
| Back Material | Solid Mahogany | Solid Mahogany | |
| Side Material | Solid Mahogany | Solid Mahogany | |
| Neck Material | African Mahogany | African Mahogany | |
| Fingerboard Material | Ebony | Ebony | |
| Fingerboard Radius | Flat | Flat | |
| Bridge Material | Rosewood | Rosewood | |
| Nut Material | Urea | Urea | |
| Saddle Material | Urea | Urea | |
| Bridge Pins | None | None | |
| Tuners | Gold (YTM-81) | Gold (YTM-81) | |
| Body Binding | Rosewood + Woods | Rosewood + Woods | |
| Soundhole Inlay | Rosette | Rosette | |
| Pickguard | None | None | |
| Body Finish | Gloss | Gloss | |
| Neck Finish | Matte | Matte | |
| Electronics | None | None | |
| Controls | None | None | |
| Connections | None | None | |
| Strings | Trebles: High, Basses: Medium (Yamaha S10) | Trebles: High, Basses: Medium (Yamaha S10) | |
| Accessories | None | None | |
| Case | Reinforced Carrying Bag | Reinforced Carrying Bag | |
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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.
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