I went into a Guitar Center many many years ago with the intent of buying any classical guitar that I wanted. I tried them all without looking at the price tags and this is the one that I ultimately ended up with. It was $280 used. I still play it all the time and would highly recommend it to anybody wanting a bare-bones and really nice sounding classical.

the fact that you bought your student a GUITAR already shows how dedicated you are on your work, amazing

I've owned this guitar for a few months now and I've used the D'addario normal tension strings on it and they were like playing rubber bands. I'd like to recommend Savarez high tension classics. They really bring the sound out on this guitar. They are pricey but just give them a shot if you're a seasoned player. Cheers.

I owned a Cordoba C5 as well as my Jose Ramirez A1 and I still played my Cordoba just as much as my Ramirez. These are amazing guitars for the price range. Paid around $380 from Guitar Center in Portland, Or. I used it at Recitals, Concerts and coffee shops. It actually produced more volume than my Ramirez surprisingly... All in all, this is a beautiful piece and definitely would recommend it to start with.

Man, Cordoba is really just quality instruments for a reasonable price. Even their cheaper models are fantastic for the price.

Thanks for the helpful review! I considered buying online but decided to go to a local Guitar Center to try this and other models in person. I'm glad I did. I tried the Cordoba C5 and C7 as well as the Kremona F65C and the Alhambra 1-OP. (Unfortunately they didn't have a comparable Yamaha to try.) To me, the Cordobas sounded much fuller and richer. The Kremona and the Alhambra sounded dull in comparison. I ended up getting the C7 as the C5 was a pretty hard-used floor model, but the sound between the C5 and C7 was very close. The C7 looks prettier, but the C5 sounded very nice to me. As far as bridge issues, they have a three year warranty, so I'll go with the best sound. Surprisingly, Guitar Center was able to beat Amazon's price by 15%. Very happy with my guitar so far.

spend the extra bucks . not many and get a C-7 it will take you further in your playing and is a great guitar. C-7 to C-10 for me. love the C-10. Also have a Cordoba España 45 Limited. a piece of Art and great player. Cordoba really has a great QA no matter what the price range.

I just ordered one of these. Thanks for your review. It helped with my decision.

Your guitar reviews are excellent, very informative, very useful.

I have an all solid Yamaha GC12 thats my baby but plan on picking one of these C5's up soon to have something I can play hard on/practice with and not worry about damaging it. Thanks for the review

I agree that is good. I would go as far to say look no further. I started finger style playing a few years back, with years of self teaching behind me I didn't know witch guitar I would use. I already had a steel string. So I got the c 5. I'm a big guy with big hands, the nylon makes things easier, I cheet and use the ball end strings. I'm also play with the flesh with the fingers, and yes it can be done. And the Cordoba sounds great this way. But it takes doing practice almost every day and time. Oh your teaching on planting and positioning made it work. The sweet sound of the classical has me hooked and im going through the free book now.

Thank you for your recommendation. Just got my Cordoba 5. Very happy with the sound.

One of the best online guitar teachers! Excellent 😎

I just purchased the C7 model and I'm very impressed... Sounds like a guitar twice it's price.

I think you could make ANY guitar sound good! This one certainly sounds beautiful when you play it!😄💖

I just got the c5 ce sunburst, beautiful guitar, beautiful sound

My wife bought me a c7 for Christmas, so this review was good to see. Thanks.

I'm a 99% electric player, used to have a classical as a young kid, wanted another one for my aresenal. This video convinced me to get this guitar, so thanks very much, great review, great playing. Cheers!

Thank you for your beautiful review.

I purchased a C5. Unfortunately I did not thoroughly test it in the store and when I got home I was shocked to see the frets were not properly seated and the fret edges were appallingly sharp - enough to cut fingers. I had to spend hours filing them down. Very poor quality control. But it sounds ok. Nothing special and there are better instruments for a similar or cheaper price.

I just bought a Cadete. Which is this guitar. But, 3/4 size. I wanted a guitar that would be more focused, brighter and easier to play. The Cadete has 48mm nut width. I really like that. Because, I have been playing steel string. It’s my first Cordoba and I am very impressed with the volume, tone and playability.

he seems like a good guy

Thanks for the review. I picked up the guitar again after learning in my yoof after 35 years of not playing. Went to the store thinking to get a C5 but ended up with the C7 for $500. I have to be honest, all these guitars sound pretty good to me, Yamaha, Cordoba, La Patrie etc. The C7 just edged it for me. Cordoba seem to offer great bang for the buck. I have to add that the guitar played much better after changing my strings to the Savarez strings that everybody likes, with the strings that it came with my C7 had quite a bit of buzz, something that other reviewers have noted. Great site, playing your Asturias sheet music at the moment 😁

Hi Bradford and all- I got the c5 after hearing repeatedly it would be the best starter guitar. I think it sounds great and I’m a complete noob, just starting andI’ve been using your pdf btw, thanks very much, you’re an excellent teacher. I found this video actually because I was having trouble fitting the c5 in my grasp. I’m 5’8” average build, but some how this thing feels bigger to me that it looks on you- it appears your sitting on a regular chair with your left thigh parallel to the ground and your right leg down a bit, is that correct? I find I have trouble holding it, my right leg has to be spread way out, and the lower body of the guitar sits at least a half, maybe 3/4 of the way down my right thigh- To say it simply, the guitar feels huge to me and I find it hard to sit with proper posture. Idk if you can comment on this but I’d be curious to hear and know how it seems to fit you so well, or if a smaller guitar body might be a better choice. Regarding comfortable posture it feels like I want the guitar closer to my low belly, otherwise it has to tilt towards me. Anyway thanks for the review and all the knowledge you share

Superb review and played beautifully.

I've been playing steel-stringed acoustic guitars for years but recently I've have wanted to start trying to play classical guitar. So, this past Christmas my wife bought a Yamaha CG142S for me. I believe it's in the same price range as the Cordoba C5. For such an inexpensive instrument, the Yamaha CG142s has great tonal quality. I play it every day. If I buy another classical I will probably move up to the Cordoba C9 because it is an all-solid cedar & mahogany guitar. Enjoy your videos & I appreciate your channel very much!

On mine the bridge came off after two months. It seems it's not an uncommon issue.

you could record and perform professionaly with this easily

Thank you for your honest opinion on the Cordobas guitars.

What was the song at 7:56?

Great video review! My first of yours actually.... I subscribed right away with your articulate way of explaining, yet also covering things, thoughts, and examples of aspects many/most reviewers don't! thanks so much.. Ps I was actually googling Washburn C5 and this came up. Thats how I got here. I wonder if they are built the same?

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Can't agree more on the truss rod point. It is not only about quality control but also for every "oops" occasion.

Thank you for these reviews! Cordoba is definately going to be my pick for a first classical guitar. But I am curious. What's the general opinion on classical guitars with a cutout? The Cordoba C5-CE is a little more expensive but i'm wondering if it would still be a great first classical to learn on, or if i should just go with one without the cutout. What do classical guitar teachers think about them? Would it be worth it as a beginner to be able to reach those lower frets? Does the cutout actually affect the sound?

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I am planning to buy this. It would be an upgrade from my current (₹ 1900) $27 Juarez acoustic. This fits in my budget, & I only wanted a Cedar top guitar. It sounds lovely.

Nice review, G5 sounded great , I have an F7 and like it.

Excellent review, thank you. Tone very nice at a great price.

7:28 for the actual demo.

I own a cordobo C5 they nice sounding guitar for the price.

Excellent review...very helpful.

Good point re truss rod. There are thousands if not millions of older quality guitars out there all with bent necks.

I’d highly recommend this guitar if you’re a beginner as it’s a massive improvement over the c1. I think it’s the bare minimum for beginner classical guitarists.

Check out the Kremona S65C or F65C - they give Cordoba a run for their money. European made too.

Is this better than the Cordoba Dolce? I wonder if there is a sound difference... Thinking of buying it :)

Can u send the link to the coradoba

Hey thanks for video! Super helpful! I'm looking at getting my husband the Cordoba C5 and I wanted it to be a surprise, but I dont know a ton about classical guitars. He owned when he was first learning, so I've been trying to save so I could get him another one. But specifically, do you know if the Cordoba C5s are good to get from Guitar Center?

Very well done review!!!

Pretty much the only classical guitars my local guitar store carries are Cordobas. The main salesman there only wants to buy from the company that consistently makes a quality he feels comfortable selling, especially for the small market of classical players here. I tested I think (it was a while back) a C3 and C5. I guess it'll come down to how much savings I have by my birthday.

Who would have ever guessed Oxnard would have not 1 but 2 guitar companies? In 1980 when I started playing guitar in Oxnard I was the only person I knew who I wanted to play classical and I could not find a teacher! Everyone else wanted to sound like Ill Repute. I would love to see your review of the Torres model.

Thank you for the great review! I really respect your opinion. How do you feel about the strings on this guitar for a beginner? Is there another type of string you like better?

Went to buy one of these new today ,C5 limited edition and noticed the top was real wavy behind the bridge. Sadly not impressed with this brand. Glad I read reviews to check for that happening with Cordoba.

Thank you so much for this review. I have a Yamaha CX40 II. Do you know how the C5 compares to this Yamaha acoustically (volume et cetera)? Also, would strings would you recommend for a guitar like this? Thanks a million. :)

Just wondering if you have a guitar for intermediate players in mind. I've an entry level guitar already and don't wish to move sideways.

Can someone please tell me the piece he's playing at 7:53?

Thanks for the review of Cordoba C5. Would you be able to compare it to an Altamira N300 Classical guitar with solid cedar top an laminate Indian rosewood on back, sides, fret board and bridge and mahogany neck, that is recommended by UK reviewers as worthy competition in this price range. I would appreciate your expert opinion. Hope that Altamira brand is available in your area. Thanks.

I can't find many reviews comparing the Cordoba C5 with the C7 apart from people who want to sell guitars.

what about the cordoba c4 ce? its cheaper and has a cutaway for access to the higher frets.

This guy reminds me of Mark Wahlberg never lifted weights and became a great guitar player instead

man every guitar you play you make it sound quite alike.

wow you could make any guitar sound awesome

How about cordoba cp 100, is it good enough for beginner

I can't say much for the c5, but my high school uses C3M's and they feel great to play and sound very nice.

Thanks for the review. How are the neck angles ? And the action at 12 th fret?

Just beautiful

I was looking at this and the Kermona Sofia Soloist S65C. This sounds good to me.

What pieces were those that you played after Lagrima?

Great demo, can anyone please help suggest cordoba C5 or Yamaha CG182S (spruce), I like the appearance of spruce on the guitar, would I miss much if I go for CG182S in terms of playability and sound.

Different strings will give you brighter tones. I owned one of these guitars and I'm sorry I ever parted with it. $300 band new.

I have used a Yamaha C40 for my beginner classical guitar phase. Should I look at something beyond the Cordoba C5 for an intermediate level guitar, or is the C5 a good step up as an intermediate player?

How is the tone of this as compared to Cordoba C3? Basis that both have the same woods

Hi. Thank you for the review. Now I’m convinced to buy a Cordoba C5 but I’m still unsure if I should buy a C5 Cedar or C5 Spruce. Sadly I don’t have the chance to play on those guitar before buying. When I read other reviews I get mixed feelings. Spruce version look for me much better (I like the contrast between that light top and darker sides) but I often read opinions like “cedar is better for nylon and spruce for steel string”. On other hand spruce is also used for more expensive guitars so I don’t think that it’s not suitable for nylon strings. As an experienced guitar, what do you think? Are the sound differences really so big?

Thank you! It must be high praise to get thia for your students.

I’m ashamed to say that the bridge on my c5 broke which means that I have to get the c9 for ensemble

Es muy buena guitarra 🎸 me encanta tengo dos cordobas gk studio negra flamenca y la cordoba c5 classic y las dos me encantan ❤

Thanks for the review. It would be nice if you also talk about the quality. The bridges of these cordoba guitars come off after some use. Internet is full of complaints about this.

Haven’t had a classical guitar for decades. But I plan on moving to Spain for a year or so, and don’t plan to move much. So I’d like to start lessons to improve and maybe try flamenco. Could I buy this in Spain? Maybe I should see if it’s available at Guitar Center in Hollywood which is next to my grocery store.

Thanks!

That Staedtler pencil sharpener you have is great.

Thank you for the review. What is that first piece you played?

I wanted a C9, but don't want an instrument made in China. I know the quality over there has been getting better, but still... Anyone know a good all solid wood nylon string guitar (cedar top) that is under $1500 and not made in China?

Good review. Bought one today from Amazon for $330 USD.

Great review... I’m for the Spruce, just a pure sound

What are you using to get grip on your lap of the guitar? That's really cool. Please share. I have this problem often.

I'm playing an entry-level Yamaha classical guitar with a solid cedar top (model CG122MC) and it has a truss rod.

It has a nice sound... I'm in need of a classical guitar with a small fret board because I have small petite hands and fingers. Someone told me that Cordoba guitars come like this ...so I'm reaching them. In the midst of trying to sell my Yamaha classical guitar in which the neck is too wide for me.

Thanks for the review.

Have you ever had an opportunity to play an Aiersi Smallman guitar? If so, what did you think?

For the same price range, I should give it a go to Camps guitars if I were you, IMHO. By the way, is not "cor/DO/va" with the stress on the second syllable, but "COR/do/va" the stress goes on the first one. No offence, just saying. Thanks for the review.

Thank for your review and demo! Subscribed :) Wonder how is it compared to Yamaha c40, c70, c80 and cg142s?

Great review! Cordoba C5 or Alhambra 1C?

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Hi,i wanted to ask you for a video demonstrating differences between spruce and cedar guitars please

Looks like a nice guitar

Will the bridge come off? That tends to be a problem on low-end Cordobas.

Is there enough of a difference in tone from the C5 to the C10 S to warrant spending an additional 700 dollars?

I don't know how to play guitar yet but the first excerpt was Tarrega right? XD

What do you think about Alhambra Z nature

Sounds better than the c10 you reviewed to me through my half decent 2.1 speakers.

I've played steel string acoustic for a few years now. Any recommendations for a classical/flamenco for a more experienced player?