Yamaha CG142S Nylon String Classical Guitar

Description

The Yamaha CG142S delivers the richness, projection, and playing comfort of a true classical guitar — without the premium price tag. Featuring a solid Engelmann spruce top, this model produces a noticeably fuller, more expressive tone than typical entry-level guitars, making it an ideal choice for beginners who want a professional foundation from day one.

Its full-size body, traditional 2" nut width, and smooth classical neck profile support proper technique development. Whether you're moving up from a smaller guitar or starting fresh, the CG142S gives you the feel and response you need to grow quickly.

Features

• Solid Engelmann spruce top for powerful projection and dynamic tonal range

• Nato back and sides for warmth, stability, and consistent response

• Full 2" nut width for proper classical finger positioning

• Rosewood fretboard and bridge for a rich, warm tonal character

• Gloss finish for a refined, traditional classical aesthetic

• Classical-style tuning machines for smooth, reliable tuning

• Ideal full-size classical guitar for beginners and advancing students

Specifications

• String Type: Nylon

• Number of Strings: 6

• Body Shape: Classical

• Body Style: No cutaway

• Orientation: Right-handed

• Finish: Gloss

• Top Wood: Solid Engelmann spruce

• Back & Sides: Nato

• Binding: Yes

• Neck Wood: Nato

• Neck Shape: Classical

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Bridge: Rosewood

• Number of Frets: 18

• Scale Length: 25.6"

• Tuning Machines: Classical-style

• Nut Width: 2.05"

• Strings: Savarez D’Angelico light tension

• Body Depth: 3.7"–3.94"

Dimensions

Approx. 1,010 mm (L) × 370 mm (W) × 100 mm (D)
(Standard CG-Series full-size classical dimensions)

Weight

Approx. 2.9 kg

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