Cordoba Iberia C5 Nylon String Acoustic Guitar

Cordoba Iberia C5 Nylon String Acoustic Guitar

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    Cordoba Iberia C5 Classical Acoustic Guitar

    The classical guitar world has a reputation for being a little... serious. White concert halls, hushed audiences, that one teacher who calls everything you play "technically acceptable." The Cordoba Iberia C5 doesn't care about any of that. It's a handcrafted, full-size nylon-string guitar built in the traditional Spanish style — warm, resonant, and generous enough to make both beginners and seasoned players sound like they know exactly what they're doing.

    One of the original models in the acclaimed Iberia series, the C5 is the kind of instrument that rewards every hour you put in, without making you feel like you owe it something.

    Cordoba Iberia C5 Cedar, Mahogany, and Plenty of Character

    Cedar, Mahogany, and Plenty of Character

    The tonewoods on this guitar weren't chosen by accident — or by committee. A solid Canadian cedar top pairs with mahogany back and sides to produce a sound that's rich and full-bodied, with a warmth that synthetic-top guitars simply can't replicate. Cedar responds well to a lighter touch, which means you don't have to attack it to get a beautiful sound. It practically meets you halfway.

    • Solid Canadian Cedar Top: Solid tops vibrate more freely than laminate alternatives, which translates directly into better resonance, improved projection, and a tone that only gets better as the guitar ages. This is the kind of top you'd find on instruments costing considerably more.
    • Mahogany Back and Sides: Mahogany contributes a warm, focused midrange that complements the cedar top without muddying the low end. The result is a balanced, well-rounded sound that works beautifully for classical repertoire, flamenco, and anything in between.
    • 5-Fan Torres Bracing System: This traditional Spanish bracing pattern has been the go-to for classical guitar makers for over a century — and for good reason. It allows the top to vibrate freely across its full surface area, giving the C5 that signature warm resonance that nylon-string players live for.

    Handmade Details That Actually Matter

    "Handmade" gets thrown around a lot in the guitar world. On the C5, it means something. From the hand-carved headstock to the all-natural wood rosette inlaid by hand, every detail reflects Cordoba's commitment to traditional Spanish craftsmanship. These aren't cosmetic flourishes slapped on at the last minute — they're functional refinements that contribute to the guitar's playability, durability, and overall feel.

    • All-Natural Wood Rosette: Inlaid by hand using all-natural woods, the rosette adds a visual elegance that's understated but unmistakably intentional. No plastic. No stickers. Just real craftsmanship.
    • Rosewood Fingerboard and Binding: Rosewood is smooth under the fingers, naturally dense, and tonally bright without being harsh. The matching rosewood binding, bridge, headstock veneer, and heel cap give the C5 a cohesive, refined look that punches well above its price point.
    • Bone Nut and Saddle: Bone transfers string vibration more efficiently than synthetic alternatives, improving sustain and tonal clarity across the entire fretboard. It's a small detail with a noticeable impact — the kind of thing you might not notice until you play a guitar without it.
    Cordoba Iberia C5 Handmade Details That Actually Matter
    Cordoba Iberia C5 Built to Play Comfortably

    Built to Play Comfortably, Every Time

    The C5 is built to be your partner in crime. Featuring a standard 650mm scale length and 52mm nut width, it gives both hands plenty of breathing room. Plus, the lightweight mahogany neck keeps hand cramps at bay — highly convenient when you're on your twelfth consecutive attempt at mastering that one stubborn passage.

    • Lightweight Mahogany Neck: Mahogany is strong without being heavy, providing the structural stability needed for consistent intonation while keeping the overall weight manageable. Less fatigue means longer practice sessions, which means faster progress.
    • 650mm Scale Length: This is the standard classical guitar scale length, offering the string tension and spacing that classical technique demands. It feels right, because it is right.
    • 52mm Fingerboard Width at the Nut: The wider nut width gives each finger the room it needs to fret cleanly, making it ideal for fingerstyle technique and reducing the likelihood of accidentally muting adjacent strings. Your arpeggios will thank you.

    A Classical Guitar You'll Keep Coming Back To

    The Cordoba Iberia C5 is a full-size classical acoustic guitar that delivers real craftsmanship at an approachable price. Whether you're picking up nylon strings for the first time or dusting off your technique after a long hiatus, the C5 offers the tone, feel, and build quality to keep you coming back. It's warm when you need warmth, responsive when you need response, and handsome enough to leave on a stand without a second thought.

    For anyone drawn to the rich, mellow voice of a classical guitar, this is a very good place to start.

    Cordoba Iberia C5 A Classical Guitar

    Cordoba Iberia C5 Features:

    • Full-size classical acoustic nylon-string guitar
    • Solid Canadian cedar top for enhanced resonance and projection
    • Mahogany neck, back and sides for warm, balanced tone
    • Rosewood fingerboard, bridge, binding, headstock veneer, and heel cap
    • 5-fan Torres bracing system for rich, resonant sound
    • Hand-carved headstock with traditional Spanish styling
    • All-natural wood rosette, inlaid by hand
    • Bone nut and saddle for improved sustain and tonal transfer
    • Standard classical scale length: 650mm (25.6 inches)
    • Fingerboard width at nut: 52mm (2 inches)
    • Ideal for beginner to intermediate classical guitarists
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    Cordoba Iberia C5 Nylon String Acoustic Guitar Specifications

    Item #:COD C5
    Manufacturer Part Number:99-751-0080
    UPC:809870026833
    Product Specifications

    Cordoba Iberia C5 Classical Acoustic Guitar Specifications

    • Soundboard: Solid Canadian Cedar
    • Back and Sides: Mahogany
    • Binding/Bridge: Indian Rosewood Binding/Indian Rosewood Bridge
    • Purfling/Inlay: Maple and ebony top purfling inlay. Maple back and sides purfling inlay
    • Rosette: All natural inlaid wood mosaic
    • Neck: Mahogany
    • Fingerboard: Rosewood
    • Finish: High Gloss polyurethane finish
    • Nut/Saddle: Bone
    • Number of frets: 12 to body, 19 total
    • Bracing/Build: Spanish Classic, fan bracing pattern
    • Tuning Machines: Cordoba Gold Tuning Machines
    • Scale Length: 650 mm / 25.5"
    • Nut Width: 52 mm / 2.04"
    • Body Width: 375 mm / 14.75" width at lower bout
    • Body Lenght: 1003 mm / 39.5" total length
    • Body Depth: Standard Spanish Classic Body Depth, 95 mm upper bout/100mm lower bout / 3.7"/3.9"
    • Strings: Savarez Cristal Corum in High Tension, 500CJ



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    George C. 🇺🇸
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    A good guitar for the

    A good guitar for the price,

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    05/19/25
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    Beandon 🇺🇸
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    Plays well, great tone, great price.

    Plays well, great tone, great price. Can't ask for anything more.

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    05/25/23
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    Buff 🇺🇸
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    Beautiful Guitar… Awesome Tone & Sustain

    I bought this guitar based on things I had been told about Cordoba Iberia instruments. The fit & finish rival that off much more expensive guitars and the neck carve makes the wide fretboard feel comfortable and easy to handle. The tone was exactly what I hoped for with its Solid Cedar top. Beautifu...

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    06/06/22
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    Einarr R. 🇺🇸
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    Best classical guitar for the $$

    CORDOBA C5 very nice and well made Nylon classic guitar, sounds very good and easy to play. in my opinion Cordoba is the best in making Classical guitars on a budget. Very good.

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    07/06/21
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    Edge S. 🇺🇸
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    Hard to beat for the price.

    This is a great guitar for the price. The one I received could use a little more work on the fret edges. The setup was perfect out of the box. It is a good looking and assembled well. It's hard to tell if there is actually binding under the gloss finish or if it is just stain to simulate binding, ei...

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    10/26/20
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes, the C5 is one of the most recommended entry-level classical guitars on the market. Its comfortable neck profile, standard scale length, and nylon strings make it easy on the fingers while still offering enough quality to grow with you as your technique improves.

    The C7 steps up with a European spruce or cedar top and uses higher-grade tonewoods overall, resulting in a brighter, more nuanced tone. The C5 is the more affordable option and remains an excellent choice for players who don't yet need the additional refinement the C7 offers.

    The C5 typically ships without a case, so you'll want to purchase one separately. Cordoba offers compatible gig bags and hardshell cases that fit the instrument well.

    Absolutely. The wider nut width, nylon strings, and warm cedar top make the C5 particularly well-suited for fingerstyle and classical technique. It responds beautifully to a lighter touch, rewarding nuanced playing with a full, expressive tone.

    The C5 consistently stands out in its category thanks to its solid cedar top — most competitors at this price point use laminate tops, which limits resonance and tonal development over time. The handmade construction and premium details like bone nut and saddle and real wood rosette inlay give it a build quality that's hard to match at a similar price.

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