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The Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody is a stunning nylon-string acoustic guitar that offers musicians a perfect combination of rich tone, cutting-edge pickup design and show-stopping good looks. Boasting a solid Engelmann spruce top, a spalted maple back and sides, and Fishman Presys II electronics, the C5-CET produces a warm, nuanced sound ideal for any style. The Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody gives players an instrument as inspiring to the eyes as it is to the ears.

Fishman Presys II Pickups Provide Total Tonal Control

The Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody features Fishman's Presys II Blend pickup system, allowing musicians to shape their tone with masterful precision. Its volume, bass, mid and treble controls offer a wide range of sonic possibilities, from a rich, full sound perfect for classical genres to a crisp, articulate tone suited for contemporary styles. An onboard tuner and phase switch add further versatility, ensuring the C5-CET is ready to handle any musical situation with ease.

Solid Engelmann Spruce Top Provides Striking Visuals

The Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody's solid Engelmann spruce top gives the instrument a one-of-a-kind appearance sure to turn heads. Handmade in the traditional Spanish style, the C5-CET spalted maple carved headstock, hand-inlaid wood rosette, Indian rosewood binding, Savarez strings and glossy PU finish result in a guitar that truly stands out from all other entry-level options. Combined with a gloss polyurethane natural finish, the C5-CET's top resonates with organic beauty.

Thinbody Construction Delivers Enhanced Resonance

The Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody's namesake thin-body design provides improved resonance and acoustic projection. The guitar's slim, lightweight body vibrates freely, translating each note into rich, harmonious tone. A mahogany neck and Pau Ferro rosewood fingerboard offer a smooth, comfortable playing experience, while the C5-CET's 1.96" nut width provides a familiar feel for most guitarists.

Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody Spalted Maple Nylon-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar Gloss Natural
Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody Spalted Maple Nylon-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar Gloss Natural
Cordoba C5-CET Thinbody Spalted Maple Nylon-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar Gloss Natural
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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Body
  • Body type: Classical
  • Cutaway: Single
  • Top wood: Solid Engelmann spruce
  • Back and sides: Spalted maple
  • Bracing pattern: Fan
  • Body finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Nut width: 1.96" (50 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Pau ferro
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Number of frets: 19
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Fishman
  • Configuration: Sidemounted preamp
  • Preamp EQ: 4-band
  • Feedback filter: Notch, Phase
  • Tuner: Yes
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Pau ferro
  • Tuning machines: Cordoba gold with pearl buttons
  • Bridge: Rosewood Pau ferro
  • Saddle and nut: Bone
  • Number of strings: 6
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Country of origin: China

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4.67

9 Reviews

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Inspect it thoroughly before you play it
Inspect it thoroughly before you play it
Beautiful Guitar with a Wonderful Tone :)
Beautiful Guitar with a Wonderful Tone :)
Beautiful Guitar with a Wonderful Tone :)
Beautiful Guitar with a Wonderful Tone :)
Beautiful Guitar with a Wonderful Tone :)
Needed complete set up to be playable at all.
Filters
Best Uses
  1. recording1
  2. travel1
Cons
  1. d,g strings only have 18 frets1
  2. much quieter than a full size classical guitar1
Pros
  1. Beautiful1
  2. Well Made1
  3. comfortable to play1
  4. fishman pickup sounds great1
  5. spalted maple looks amazing1

Reviewed by 9 customers

  • Inspect it thoroughly before you play it

    3

    submitted3 months ago

    byMichael

    fromEl Paso, TX

    It looks very aesthetically pleasing however the finish isn't that good. There are drips in the lacquer and there is a long split that was sealed under the lacquer of the guitar I received that looks like they tried to hide it or make it less visible.

  • Beautiful Guitar with a Wonderful Tone :)

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byTrevor

    fromAllendale, MI

    Very nice looking guitar! The guitar arrived quickly and was well packaged. No noticeable defects upon arrival! I wish it was made known that purchasing the hard case (HumiCase) would extend the warranty from 3 years to Lifetime. I ordered my HumiCase 6 days after receiving my Cordoba C5-CET Spalted Maple, I am not sure if my warranty will be extended.

  • really cool guitar

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byPaul

    fromLos Angeles

    I wanted a smaller acoustic guitar to noodle around with on the couch, or to use as a travel guitar on camping trips and such. This guitar is 100% exactly what I was looking for. It fits inside my electric guitar gig bag. It sounds pretty good unplugged, way fuller sound and more sustain than I was expecting considering the small size. It also sounds great plugged in and is ideal for your set-up if you're running an audio interface into a PC and want that nylon string sound added to your repertoire. Obviously, you will get a louder and fuller sounding acoustic instrument with a larger guitar, but if you're looking for a much smaller travel guitar or are mostly playing plugged into an amp, this is an excellent alternative.

  • I would buy this product again

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMiguel

    fromFrisco, TX

    I just bough this Cordoba Guitar and it is beautiful and its sounds it is great!

  • Beautiful Guitar

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMike R

    fromWarroad, MN

    The spalted Maple looks incredible. The guitar feels great to play.

  • The cordoba C5CET Limited excellent guitar

    5

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    submitted5 years ago

    byGypsy208

    fromBoise Idaho

    Please in feels like a really high end guitar looks amazing what is spotted maple wood I wish the neck was a little thinner Still very comfortable to play with it's very thin body has a nice and bold tone that I did not expect

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

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byDC

    fromJacksonville AL

    Can I safely install strap button this guitar?

    Can I safely install strap button this guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, but have someone who is experienced in this type of thing look at it.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byFelo

    fromGuaynabo, Puerto Rico

    Can a get a better price on this item?

    Can a get a better price on this item?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call to discuss pricing 855-770-3373

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byben

    fromNew Rochelle NY

    what's different between Cordoba Stage & the C5-Cet Thinbody , I know price wise but Guitars themselfs , I'm trying to choose the right one for me

    what's different between Cordoba Stage & the C5-Cet Thinbody , I know price wise but Guitars themselfs , I'm trying to choose the right one for me

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This needs a little bit of discussion. Please give us a call 855 770 3373

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byJason

    fromChandler Az

    I am looking to buy a Cordoba C5 Cet limited edition I live in chandler az and I can not find in a Guitar Center to put my hands on?

    I am looking to buy a Cordoba C5 Cet limited edition I live in chandler az and I can not find in a Guitar Center to put my hands on?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    If your local store doesn't have one, you can always order one and have it shipped to your store. Then try it out when you pick it up. If you don't like it you can return it there on the spot.