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Yamaha C40II Full-scale Classical - Natural

Nylon-string Acoustic Guitar with Spruce Top, Meranti Back and Sides, Nato Neck, and Rosewood Fingerboard and Bridge - Natural
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An Excellent First Classical Guitar!

The Yamaha C40II is an amazing full-sized nylon-string guitar that's affordable enough for any guitarist. Whether you're stepping up from a 3/4-size model or looking for a first classical guitar to start off with, you'll be pleasantly surprised by the C40II. Its full 2-inch nut allows you to play with true classical finger techniques — just what you need to develop proper playing method. Featuring a real spruce top with a back and sides made of quality meranti, the Yamaha C40II provides you with a clear, resonant voice.

Player Port app: the complete beginner's toolkit

With its wallet-friendly price point and extensive feature set, the C40II is already a fantastic instrument for beginners or anyone else looking to add a top-notch classical guitar to their arsenal. Yamaha is here to sweeten the pot even more, courtesy of their highly versatile Player Port app. Available for both iOS and Android devices, Player Port is a fantastic all-in-one resource for newcomers. Just download the app, register your Yamaha, and gain access to tips, tricks, articles, videos, an FAQ section, and more tools catered especially to the fledgling player. Player Port even comes stock with a free built-in tuner that doesn't require an instrument registration to use, making this incredible app all the more impressive.

Yamaha C40II Full-scale Classical Features:

  • A great-sounding, affordable classical guitar
  • The perfect step up from a 3/4-sized student model
  • Full 2-inch-wide nut allows you to develop proper classical guitar finger techniques
  • Spruce top provides a bright and lively sound
  • Real rosewood fingerboard and bridge
  • Player Port app provides users with tips, tricks, videos, and a built-in instrument tuner

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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Nylon
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Body Shape: Classical
  • Body Style: No Cutaway
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Finish: Gloss
  • Top Wood: Spruce
  • Back & Sides Wood: Meranti
  • Neck Wood: Nato
  • Neck Shape: Classical
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Number of Frets: 18
  • Scale Length: 25.56"
  • Tuning Machines: Classical Style
  • Nut Width: 2"
  • Strings: Savarez D'angelico Light Tension
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Body Depth: 3.31"
  • Manufacturer Part Number: C40II

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Rated 5/5

Yamaha C40II Full Scale-Excellent Choice

Bought thos for my son who played classical guitar in high school and who is legally blind. Though he's been playing piano as of late I know he still loves the guitar. So I bought him the Yamaha C40II classical nylon string guitar. I'm not a guitar player but drummer but been around lots of guitars. But I can play a few simple chords, so I know what a good and bad guitar sounds & looks like construction wise. This guy is excellent to start off with, it's a full scale so if you have small or petite hands I suggest you move down to 3/4 scale.
But as a quick note Sweetwater nailed it on delivering on time before Christmas. I know it was a challenge for them and all delivery services. Packaged very well, guitar came in it's own cardboard box then packed in a 2nd shipping box, bubble wrap on the bottom, side and top, so the inner box didnt move. No damage at all.
The guitar looks beautiful, the maple top and side and back woods which are different give it a beauty all it's own on contrast.
I did inspect the whole guitar and did not see any damage or poor workmanship. Seams, joints, bridge, neck, fretboard and tuners all looked solid. I strummed it a few times and just had to tune a few strings slightly and it was ready to play. So as a starter or beginners guitar. I see nothing wrong with guitar. Looks good, sounds good and atleast in my hands which are not huge or with lots of chordial dexterity, I was able to strum a few chords easily.
My son loved it when he opened the box on Christmas and is ready to go practice.
For the price I don't see how I could of bought anything better.
Thank you again Sweetwater for pointing me to the right direction.
Music background: Professional Recording/Gigging drummer
Rated 5/5

Fantastic !!!!!!

I purchased the demo that sweetwater had and this guitar is awesome sound feel and playability is absolutely FANTASTIC!!!!!! if you are thinking of getting one of these do it you wont be disappointed.I have been playing guitar for 40 years and im satisfied.
Rated 5/5

Fantastic Value, beautiful tone.

I purchased this guitar for my son knowing ahead of time that Yamaha has always made quality instruments regardless of the amount spent. I am not disappointed; in fact, I am elated that the Yamaha brand continues to offer a level of quality that typically can't be obtained without spending above the 500-dollar mark with other brands. This bare bones classical acoustic puts out very musical, ear pleasing tones that would please even the most discerning ear.

The frets are smooth, the action is right where you want it, and the strings are fantastic as well (albeit they wear out quickly, purchase an extra set when ordering). Intonation is also past acceptable, bordering on awesome. The neck feels incredible in my hands. It's smooth and fits well in both my and my son's hands. I love the wider more spaced-out frets. My hands have no issues moving around easily, no cramping into a small zone just to play chords.

This said, There are no bells and zero whistles, just a great tone, great feel, and an overall quality that should cost much more than the current price. I may purchase another for me so I can take it out of the house without worrying about damaging my more expensive Martin. Sweetwater shipped it well packaged without a single blemish. I just tuned it and away my son went. Thank you to my Sweetwater engineer Joseph Secu, who always picks up the phone to receive all of my orders and answer all of my questions. Ask for him when ordering, he's got your back!
Music background: Musician, teacher, studio engineer.
Rated 5/5

Yamaha C4011 Classical Guitar

so happy I made the purchase/completely satisfied
Rated 5/5

I love this guitar!

I've been playing guitar for over 20 years, playing professionally in touring bands. I got the Yamaha C40II as a Christmas gift. I'm more of a rock player, but have taken an affinity for finger-style acoustic technique in the last 5-6 years. I was looking for an affordable nylon string to do some home recording. This guitar takes the cake and is exactly what I needed! It is very easy and fun to play. From the moment I picked it up, I didn't want to put it down - which, for me, is a fantastic sign! I definitely recommend this guitar for all levels of musicianship, from beginner to expert.

That said, I'm using this to play finger-style rock music, not explicitly classical pieces. So I don't know how this may fare for more traditional usage. But this guitar has a warm tone, great intonation, and the neck is quite smooth and playable.

All in all, 5 out of 5 stars! Absolutely recommend, very happy with the purchase. Sweetwater, as always, provided excellent customer service on this item! I ordered the fitted hardshell case, as well.
Music background: Professional
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