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ajafari -> Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 21 2008 8:39:44)

I'm looking for a classical/flamenco guitar that is ~$200 or less. I see that several Yamaha's fit this criteria, but not sure which one is the best.

I've been playing guitar for about 4 months now, and will start to focus solely on classical/flamenco style.

Also, what are some good online places to buy from. Thanks.



Pimientito -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 21 2008 9:15:04)

Have you thought about buying a second hand guitar? For that money you might get a second hand student from a local guitar teacher. Ask a local teacher and check local press for people selling "unwanted presents". Chances are that for $200 you will get a better second hand guitar than a new one



ajafari -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 21 2008 9:34:08)

Yes, I've thought about it...Buying used $200 would be equivalent to a $350-$400 new guitar.

Any suggestions on those? The Yamaha CG171 is what I've come across so far in that price range.



Patrick -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 21 2008 10:38:39)

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Any suggestions on those? The Yamaha CG171 is what I've come across so far in that price range.


Yes.... that’s the best in that price range by far. It's actually CG171SF

Guitar Center carries them. Most GC stores have one in stock and you can normally get a better price by asking. They really are a great value. The action was a little high on the one I played, but could be taken down with no problem.

You see them used on Ebay in the $250 range.



HemeolaMan -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 21 2008 14:39:58)

I would stick with the yamaha.

There are many used guitars out there that are suitable, unless you are in spain you are not likely to find a decent one for the same money though,.

yamaha is consistent (as consitent as can be for guitars) and youi wont be able to do much better

I am even considering buying one to haul around as a practice guitar so as not to risk damaging my luthier made guitar.



alaskaal -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 22 2008 1:07:48)

I played a CG171SF and it blew me away. If you can find one in your price range, snap it up. I work in really remote sites where I don't want to take my DeVoe. I am looking for one of these things to tote along. I played one at a Guitar Center in Seattle (I think) and it was clearly the best guitar in the store. In My O.

Al



kovachian -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 22 2008 4:20:04)

Well, there you have it. The Yammie is by long and far, the #1 stunt double for expensive guitars. Notice I didn't say a replacement, just a stunt double![:)]



ajafari -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 23 2008 17:02:49)

I bought the Yamaha CG 171SF yesterday...and have played it ~4 hours in less than a 24 hr period. However, I'm noticing most of the strings keep getting out of tune, is this normal for a new guitar and new strings? Or is it because of the amount of time I'm putting in?



Pgh_flamenco -> RE: Buying a Flamenco/classical guitar (Aug. 23 2008 17:40:13)

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However, I'm noticing most of the strings keep getting out of tune, is this normal for a new guitar and new strings? Or is it because of the amount of time I'm putting in?


New strings take some time to settle into their windings--they also have to stretch a little, too. Some people tune the guitar a half step higher and let the strings go flat until they are close to being in tune. There are other options like stretching each string with one hand while pressing down and moving back and forth with the other hand.



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