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Cordoba's C5-CE classical cutaway acoustic-electric guitar offers players the best of both worlds. With a solid Canadian cedar top and mahogany back and sides, it produces a rich, natural acoustic tone perfect for practice or performance. The soft cutaway gives you easy access to higher frets, while the slightly thinner neck provides comfortable playability. When you're ready to plug in, the built-in Fishman Isys+ pickup system captures every nuance of your playing.

Cutaway Body For Effortless High-Fret Access

The C5-CE features a soft cutaway that provides comfortable access to higher frets without sacrificing acoustic tone. Reach notes you never could before and expand your playing potential. The cutaway design, combined with a slightly thinner neck, makes the C5-CE instantly playable whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro.

Solid Cedar Top Produces Balanced, Natural Tone

A solid Canadian cedar top gives the C5-CE a rich, balanced tone across the frequency range. Cedar is a popular choice for classical guitars thanks to its warmth, clarity and quick response. When paired with mahogany back and sides, it produces a sound ideal for any style from Latin to folk. The all-solid wood construction means your tone will only improve with age.

Fishman Isys+ Pickup System Delivers Studio-Quality Plugged-In Tone

When you're ready to go electric, the built-in Fishman Isys+ pickup system provides a natural plugged-in sound. Capture every subtle nuance of your playing through an amp or PA system. The Isys+ also includes an onboard tuner so you can tune up quickly and accurately at any gig. With the C5-CE, you have an acoustic instrument and a high-quality electro-acoustic guitar in one.

Appointments Enhance Playability and Tone

Genuine bone nut and saddle provide superior tone transfer and tuning stability. Cordoba gold tuners with pearl buttons keep your guitar in tune and add a classic touch of style. A pau ferro bridge enhances midrange tones for a balanced sound across the frequency spectrum. Together, these premium appointments give the C5-CE a tone and feel normally found on more expensive instruments.

Cordoba C5-CE Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Cordoba C5-CE Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Cordoba C5-CE Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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Body
  • Body type: Classical
  • Cutaway: Single cutaway
  • Top wood: Solid Canadian Cedar
  • Back & sides: Mahogany
  • Bracing pattern: Spanish fan
  • Body finish: High Gloss Polyurethane
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Traditional Classical
  • Nut width: 1.96" (50 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.6"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: High Gloss
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Fishman
  • Configuration: Undersaddle piezo
  • Preamp EQ: 2-band
  • Feedback filter: Phase
  • Tuner: Yes
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Indian Rosewood
  • Tuning machines: Gold
  • Bridge: Indian Rosewood
  • Saddle & nut: Bone
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Inlays
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Info not available
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Formaldehyde (gas), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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4.47

55 Reviews

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Beautiful Classical Guitar with Great Sound
Awesome Guitar at great price
IF I ONLY HAD ONE GUITAR
Beautiful guitar, nice tone and finish.
Great looking guitar
Great looking guitar
Great looking guitar
Great looking guitar
Great looking guitar

Most Liked Positive Review

5

I love this thing!

I've been eyeballing this guitar for about 1 1/2 years and finally just stopped screwing around and bought it. I used Guitar Center's phone line around Christmas and had it delivered to the house. Initially there was some buzz on the A string, then the G string, but the issue has resolved itself with no adjustments to the truss rod. I live in Michigan and I have to imagine the climate change and lack of humidity in December wreaked a bit of havoc on the wood. It plays beautifully now with no buzz whatsoever. The finish is superb with no flaws. The tuners work well, albeit a bit stiff yet. I may upgrade the strings in the near future. The cutaway is great and allows so much more playability. The electronics on-board are top notch and easy to use. It also has a built-in tuner - another plus. I am by no means an accomplished player, but I opened it up, tuned it and played a song or two on it and my wife said, "Wow, that sounds professional!" The action was great right out of the box, although after letting it settle to its surroundings first, I may look into lowering the action just a bit. I plugged it into my Peavey Vyper II and the guitar sounds just fantastic amplified. I haven't picked up my Telecaster or steel string since I bought it. The customer service on the phone was great. They promised 3-5 days for delivery when I ordered it on a Monday. It showed up by Wednesday night - another star if I could give one. I tried the Ibanez, Lucero, and the other classicals hanging on the wall at GC, but nothing sounded like this one. The cedar top gives such a full, warm sound that the others just don't compare to and at this price point, you just can't match it. You will not regret buying this guitar. It is by far the favorite in my collection!

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Huge disappointment

If you want a guitar to treat it like a baby, this one could be you, otherwise, read this carefully. I wonder if all the good reviews on this product were written in the warmth of the emotion, right after they got it, because when I first got it, I was impressed with the sound quality, which lasted only for a month. When the weather got cold in november 2017, one morning I found my guitar with the frets very sharp to touch and the neck bent. I brought it to Guitar Center and they told me that I should have a humidifier on the same room I keep my guitar on winter, for the wood is too sensitive to weather. So, they charged me 60 bucks and fixed the neck. Then, I kept my guitar inside my bedroom where the humidifier was always on. One morning my guitar had a broken 5º string. I replaced it and the next day the bridge was broken (I use only light tension string). I fixed it but the neck keeps bent and the frets very sharp. All for all I will not recommend this guitar at all, for it was a frustrating experience. I also need to mention that the tuner is no longer working properly and the battery is very hard to be removed.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practice and small performance1
  2. Practice and some performances.1
  3. studio1
  4. Best uses? Guitar playing, I reckon.1
  5. Guitar classes1
Cons
  1. Sharp frets1
  2. Sharp frets and flimsy guitar tuners1
  3. No allen wrench that is supposed to come with it1
  4. No case was provided.1
  5. no manual1
Describe Yourself
  1. I'm still learning classical1
  2. I bought this guitar; it has good sound .1
  3. Intermediate, casual player1
  4. Senior citizen, one time very good guitar player1
  5. Classical Enthusiast1
Pros
  1. Good Audio3
  2. Good Price / Value2
  3. Very good sound1
  4. Good sound1
  5. Good tone1

Reviewed by 55 customers

  • I would buy this guitar

    4

    submitted4 months ago

    byCristobal

    fromElpaso

    I bought this guitar back in 2010; it came with a soft shell case. This particular guitar needs a hardshell case, hydrometer and humidifier. If you live in the desert South West keep the humidity at 50.

  • I would buy this product again.

    4

    submitted2 years ago

    byChris

    fromEl Paso, TX

    I use this product to practice some classical music.

  • Beautiful Classical Guitar with Great Sound

    4

    submitted3 years ago

    byLarry

    fromHouston

    I chose this C5-CE guitar for my intro into classical guitar. As in reviews; sure enough, the action is high but I believe I will be able to deal with this. The guitar sounds great and looks beautiful. The Fishman pickups do a nice job of amplifying the sound using a low volume. The electronic tuner is handy to do a quick adjustment.

  • This is my go to guitar.

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byRandy

    fromPortland, OR

    This guitar is a great buy. I have owned it for around 10 years. The tone is warm, it looks good and is easy to play. I play guitar to accompany singing in casual settings. It's easy to transport and has held up well to being taken places. Don't expect it to be a $1000+ instrument.

  • My favorite guitar so far.

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byEloy

    fromLancaster,pa

    I have had this guitar over 5 years. The Suarez high tension strings give it a clean sound. Warm bass string and higher treble strings. The guitar looks great and holds sound longer then some of the guitars I own in this price range. Plan to stick with Cordoba is I ever upgrade. Also enjoy the cutout and pickup. After you change your strings it does take 1-2 days before your strings tighten and settle. This is due to the high tension.

  • I would not purchase this guitar again.

    3

    submitted4 years ago

    bySteven K.

    fromMantachie MS

    Tone is ok, neck is uncomfortable, does not stay in tune, I realize that it is not the premier model, and might be great for some players.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked bySanta Rudy

    fromTexas

    What is an "open box" guitar? Is it used, or a demo? Is your return policy as easy as Amazon's?

    What is an "open box" guitar? Is it used, or a demo? Is your return policy as easy as Amazon's?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Cond. 2 BLEMISHED: Gear returned in great condition, with only minor signs of use, such as slight scuffs or pick marks. It looks and plays like new and may be considered an equivalent to display units found in retail stores. Includes 45-Day, No-Hassle Returns Includes full manufacturer's warranty Includes 2-Year Free Warranty on all guitars and basses Gold coverage plan available for 1 or 2 years coverage

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byLisa

    fromundisclosed

    Is this guitar suitable for playing flamenco?

    Is this guitar suitable for playing flamenco?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked bySandy

    fromMiami, Fl

    Is this cordoba c5ce solid mahogany back and sides?

    Is this cordoba c5ce solid mahogany back and sides?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    The top is solid, the back and sides aren't.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byLoke

    fromSB

    Does it have a truss Rod?

    Does it have a truss Rod?

    Open Reply - Charles
    This has a two-way truss rod.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked bySkwow

    fromFL

    Where is this guitar made? I've heard Spain, Portugal and China. What is the correct answer?

    Where is this guitar made? I've heard Spain, Portugal and China. What is the correct answer?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This model is made in China.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byGeeRoy

    fromBrooksville Fla.

    What brand and type of strings come with this model?

    What brand and type of strings come with this model?

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    Savarez Cristal Corum High Tension 500CJ.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byThespk

    fromSan Jose, CA

    What kind of case should be used for this guitar? Any recommend?

    What kind of case should be used for this guitar? Any recommend?

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    We carry a number of cases that would work for this guitar. One option would be : Kremona Deluxe Hardshell Acoustic Guitar Case

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byDaniel

    fromChicago Illinois

    How long does it take for the a buzzing noise to go away?

    How long does it take for the a buzzing noise to go away?

    Open Reply -
    The guitar should not have any noise or buzzing. The item may need to be returned.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byElias

    fromKissimmee, FL

    Is it full size?

    Is it full size?

    Open Reply -
    Yes, this is a full size classical guitar.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byTinaT

    fromundisclosed

    Is this made for steel strings or nylon strings?

    Is this made for steel strings or nylon strings?

    Open Reply -
    This guitar is meant to be used with nylon strings.