Cordoba C1M 1/2 Size Nylon String Guitar
- 1/2 size classical, nylon string, lightweight build
- Mahogany back and sides
- Savarez Cristal Corum high tension strings, set 500CJ
- Top wood not listed in the listing
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A sensible small nylon-string guitar for a young player or travel use, with known factory strings. The listing is thin, so top wood, scale and case details have to be confirmed elsewhere.
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ASIN: B01N6ZUROLModel: C1MCategory: Classical & Nylon-String Guitars
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Overview
Cordoba builds this classical guitar as a reduced-size classical guitar with mahogany back and sides and nylon strings. It ships strung with Savarez Cristal Corum strings in high tension, so it plays like a full classical setup scaled down for smaller hands.
A scaled-down body and nylon strings make it an easy first instrument for a child, since nylon is softer on fingertips than metal strings. What holds it back is how little the listing says: top wood, neck width and scale length are all missing.
Who it's for
Parents shopping for a first classical instrument for a young student get a small, light guitar with named factory strings. Grown players and anyone who needs to plug into an amplifier should look at full-size or electric models.
Pros and cons
- Reduced size suits smaller hands and arms
- Nylon strings are gentle on new fingertips
- Mahogany back and sides
- Factory Savarez strings named, easy to rebuy
- Top wood, scale and nut width not listed
- No electronics for plugging in
- High tension strings feel firmer under the fingers
- No case or gig bag mentioned
Performance notes
Tone on a small classical guitar comes mostly from the top wood and body volume, and the smaller body here gives less bass than a full-size instrument. High tension strings add projection and a firmer feel, which helps volume but asks more of a beginner's fretting hand.
Specifications
| Brand | Cordoba |
|---|---|
| Model | C1M |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | 1/2 size |
| Item weight | Lightweight (exact weight not listed) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Back Material Type | Mahogany |
| Body Material Type | Mahogany back and sides |
| String Material Type | Nylon |
| Other details | |
| Instrument | Classical guitar |
| Factory strings | Savarez Cristal Corum, high tension, 500CJ |
Frequently asked questions
How do I care for the strings on the Cordoba C1M?
It ships with Savarez Cristal Corum strings in high tension, set 500CJ. The listing gives no care or restringing instructions, so that set name is the useful detail when the strings need replacing.
Is the Cordoba C1M a full-size guitar?
No. It is a 1/2 size classical guitar, a reduced body meant for smaller players.
Does the Cordoba C1M have a built-in preamp?
The listing mentions no electronics. It is an acoustic nylon-string classical guitar.
What wood is the top of the Cordoba C1M?
The listing only states mahogany back and sides. The top wood is not given.