Buyers guide to Classical Guitars: 10 things you Must Know before buying your first classical guitar

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Clarification: Of course, when I recommend going with a friend if you do not know enough about classical guitars I mean a friend who knows... Watch this one too: Things you probably did not know about classical guitars kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKCbqKeMe9Cro6s

[@PooNinja]

and one who is tight with the wallet and knows how to haggle :)

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Oooohh that is essential man!!

[@Nour01]

😂

[@f.i.l.d.e.p.s]

always a yamaha fan, i wonder how you compare it against admira's beginner to intermediate line.

[@udayanmustafi3963]

Helpful tips..

[@cptcupid1481]

finally a great buyers guide from a true spanish gentleman. 10/10

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much for the nice comment!

[@castelodomar846]

@CptCupid absolutely THE best vídeo on KZbin for buying a classical guitar 🙌

[@CesarAllGuitar]

@@castelodomar846 thanks!

[@giancarlobarboni2414]

1. Budget - The price of the guitar is usually correlative to quality, however, you can get well-built, cheap guitars from the Yamaha and Cordoba brands. | 2:18 2. Size Matters - Choose the right size guitar for your body. | 3:39 3. Fret Sprout - Run your fingers up and down the edges of neck of the guitar to check for Fret Sprouting. If the frets cut into your finger, the wood of the guitar has shrunk. | 4:24 4. Action - The height of the string after the 12th fret (where the neck meets the guitar) is called the "action". The action on a classical guitar should be 4mm at the 6th string and 3.5mm at the 1st string. You can buy guitars with lower action than that but don't buy guitars with actions that are higher because the guitar will be very difficult to play. | 6:14 4.5. Fret Buzz - Take your time to play some notes on the guitar to determine whether the guitar gives significant fret buzz. A guitar that buzzes needs fret work or has a misshapen neck. | 7:04 5. Nut - If a nut is not well cut, the guitar will feel very unpleasant to play because the height of the strings will be too high at the 1st and 2nd frets. To determine whether the nut is well cut, hold the 6th string directly on the 3rd fret and tap on the 6th string directly on the 1st fret. The distance from the string to the fret should be practically zero, so if the string moves the nut is not well cut. | 7:57 6. Saddle and Break Angle - There should be enough saddle left on top of the bridge for filing. As you play overtime, the guitar will change and the bridge will have to be filed down in order to adjust the guitar properly. To know whether the saddle is correctly cut, press the 12th fret and see if there is any distance between the 13th fret and the string. There should be practically no distance. | 9:48 7. Tuners - The tuners should turn in a uniform way. The should not "jump" or wiggle as you rotate them towards and away from you. | 12:52 8. Avoid Twisted (Warped) Necks - You'll frequently see cheap classical guitars with warped necks. You can determine whether the neck is twisted by looking up the neck of the guitar from the head stock. | 13:46 9. Intonation - Check that the octaves sound equal when played on the guitar. | 15:41 10. Sound - Try multiple guitars at the shop that are within your budget and choose the one that has a sound that you like. | 17:36 Final Tip - Pick a guitar that you are in love with. Following all of these points is pointless if you don't feel attracted to the guitar that you're buying. You want to be excited to play it. | 17:51 Thank you for the comprehensive video! This has significantly helped me to understand what to look for when purchasing a classical guitar!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Well.... thanks so so much for the time stamps!!!Really appreciated! wow!

[@alisterdcruz1667]

Thank you

[@abellalawr9978]

As Mark Knofler once said, "your guitar is your bestfriend" very nice video and I learned a lot.

[@pogchamp7983]

Playing Pink Floyd on a classical guitar buyers guide hehe I like this channel already.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much! I hope you are enjoying the channel!

[@SirSneakerPimp]

What is the name of the song?

[@jamesthorpe4378]

@@SirSneakerPimp It's called 'Is there anybody out there?'

[@Brandon-vf3zu]

SirSneakerPimp Is There Anybody Out There.

[@jakeu1363]

I want expecting to hear is there anybody out there lol

[@martinlee8057]

Thank you very helpful

[@tejasousep]

This is such an informative video. If only i knew about this before i bought classical guitars that somehow did not feel or sound good in the end !! Obviously, buying a classical guitar online is out of the question after seeing this ~

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad you liked it! And yes... online classsical guitar shopping is a lottery...make sure the seller has a good return policy, just in case...Thanks!

[@Jacobs_educational_endeavors]

I am on a journey to give myself a classical education and learning to play a musical instrument in a traditional way is part of that. This video has been super informative and given me the tools I need to confidently purchase a guitar and begin to learn. Thank you so much.

[@TiaraZhane.]

0:37 made me tear up, so beautiful. Thank you!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks for such a nice comment...really appreciated

[@777-Dmaj7]

This video is GOLDEN.

[@chadwickpainter8212]

You have a wonderful spirit for guitar. I've been playing since 1994 but I have never played classical. Thank you for the video. Guitar playing is my lifelong journey and soon I will be learning to play classical guitar. Thank you for your advice. I feel like I can get a good classical guitar now.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thank you very much! I am sure you will. Follow the 10 tips and success!

[@tonydowning3434]

Thank you. The information was very helpful. I will be taking your advice when I go to buy my next guitar.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mickeytowers2574]

Very valuable information from a classical guitar pro, thank you so much for the professional advice and from Spain the land of classical guitars.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Hi Mickey! I am a Spaniard, but I live in Miami. Cheers and thanks for the nice comment!

[@mickeytowers2574]

@@CesarAllGuitar You’re welcome, I can tell you’re a Spaniard and your love for the classical guitar is evident of being in your blood, I am in north central Florida. Wish you Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous 2022.

[@dagenhudson752]

You have great taste in guitars; and definitely knows what you are talking about. Respect.

[@trisbruce891]

Very valuable advice and entertaining delivery!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

[@Pegasus4213]

I desire a classical guitar and these tips are a great help! Thank you Ceaar!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@packerjetmin4]

Very useful information thank you. Absolutely agree there needs to be an intimate connection with the guitar. It's not silly at all... it's very true

[@arielcandoleta5347]

Thanks a ton. It did help me narrow down my options between Cordoba and Yamaha with a price point of 100$ to 200$.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Great!

[@yco9]

After watching your explanation, I brought a Spanish guitar branded Cuenca 45 Ziricote from my school. But I still eyed on your 'A' brand guitar. Great video. Love has no reason.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much to you for watching. Happy to know it was useful, and yes, once you fall inlove with a guitar the magic happens...

[@hernandohernandez7567]

Thank you!!! What an informative and detailed video. Love the video zoom to the guitar parts you are talking about. Makes it clear and so understandable to new guitar players. Looking forward to more videos from your channel!!!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much!

[@ZoomStranger]

Thank you Very much! this is an excellent guide - we are buying a classical guitar for our son.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mrlintonious]

Thanx so much. You made me look into these items I never even thought of, been an absolute beginner.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

You are so welcome! Glad it helped!

[@PHILBUSHMASTER]

I have a Prudencio Saez that had a crack in the top but like you said I fell in love with it, and I’ve enjoyed It for over thirty years.

[@carlacowling1789]

Thanks sooo much for this! I'm interested in buying a classical guitar because of the tone but I didn't realize they were constructed so differently and are so much more delicate.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad I could help!

[@Lightbringer_0]

Subscribed after hearing that intro, love it.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Welcome aboard! And thanks so much!

[@ShrinivasV73]

The Best Video Guide for Buying You Classical Guitar if it is going to be your First One. Thank You Very Much, Sir.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@johnhendricks8140]

Thought you were playing the James Bond theme. Good stuff to know before buying a classical guitar.

[@randommuiscchannel1049]

Thank- you! I just bought a classical. I do buy based on feel and sound. But after seeing your video, I checked guitar out and am pleased. Got a good deal on a used Cordoba 55CFC Negra ( made in Spain).

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Great Guitar! Congrats and thanks for watching!

[@sillyways4610]

thank you for your tips! The zoom-moment at 8:43 of the camera had me rolling though :D

[@garrybatt9692]

Excellent, many thanks for this. I have played guitar nearly all my life and I didn’t know most of these tips. Much appreciated!

[@wesleyhendricks153]

Wow sir. You are a master teacher. I never knew all this. I'm about to buy me a classical guitar and I will definitely look out for this. It all makes sense. Thanks.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much for the nice comment!

[@heddyrogue4187]

He is very sweet and his voice is soothing...

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much!

[@newgunguy4176]

Are Alhambra guitars the best guitars in each price range?

[@filiricaninseattle7095]

I wonder the same thing.

[@DouglasThompson]

I like your personality

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks!

[@DavidJNann]

Having played for a number of years, I've learnt several things from this Video, very concise information, what a truly Great Video, later this year I'll be buying another Classical ( undecided if Electro or Traditional) I'll be using all the info( some of which I had previously)here for that purchase, thank you Cesar 🎶👍

[@georgebowling2723]

You are an inspiration Cesar, and your love of classical guitar is infectious. I bought an Alhambra p9 cw e8, it came today from XGuitars. Thank you for introducing me to this instrument, it is so beautiful and sounds and plays beautifully. God bless you Cesar.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much George!

[@nrgraff]

Thank you! I've been considering Alhambra 5P so it's nice to see that featured in the video!

[@tikevangogh7227]

Love your video. Thank you very much for the great advices...and falling in love with your guitar is not a silly advice :-) Loving your instrument will inspire you to play it more and enjoy the time spent playing.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much! I totally agree!

[@metealpaslan9176]

Thank you. Clear explanation. Your last advice is also very important. Great recommendations.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much for the nice comment!

[@inchworm9311]

Thanks so much! Very helpful. Your guitar sound beautiful. I can't wait to learn that Pink Floyd song from the intro.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much for the nice comment!

[@nilanjanjana6100]

You're really fantastic sire!😃

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thank you! 😃

[@lbranger2]

Bueno Cesar. Gracias.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

a ti!

[@masterbuilder3166]

Excellent information sir . Thank you

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks!

[@johnroberts838]

Hi Cesar, Excellent Video 👍👍👍. Beautiful intro, David Gilmour is one of my Favourite Guitarist, incredible feeling to his playing, as you do too👍. Brilliant Advice for purchasing a good Classical Guitar, your last Point, to be attracted to the Guitar is so true, I remember when I first saw a Stratocaster the Shape of the Body and Headstock, I was in Love. Take care my friend ♥️👍. Melbourne, Australia.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much John, really appreciate the comment. Yes,,, One day I will upload a video about the guitar that I love the most among all my collection...Cheers from Miami!

[@ThomasHope73]

Great advice! All the points hit; spot on.

[@TatianaBalashova]

Thank you so much! 🎸❤ the best video about choosing a guitar!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much to you for watching!

[@sundar5537]

Omg.its been a very interesting experience with you master, simply classical.. Best wishes n Thanks..

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Many thanks!

[@davidrutledge6215]

Wow! So happy to have found your channel. Hello from Québec, Canada.

[@ChickenTour]

Well explained. Thank you, sir.

[@szurosmonkey216]

Thank you so much. Very helpful video. I am searching for my first classical guitar and this will help me along my journey.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad it was helpful!

[@c_farther5208]

Enjoyed the video. Very talented individual. I learned so much from this video, I could not read a book and get this much out of it.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much! Really appreciate the nice comment and happy you found it useful!

[@rmoraespinto]

Excellent video, Cesar> Probably my next classical guitar will be better chosen now that I have watched your video. Thank you!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad I could help!

[@thomastommy1192]

An awesome great video. I liked it very much. Thanks for sharing your video. I hope you have a Blessed Week my friend.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks Thomas! I really appreciate the support as always!

[@stonerubber]

Great video and useful advice. Thanks.

[@rleanos]

Beautifully executed

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thank you very much! Thanks for watching!

[@iaincobain3594]

Thank you, very informative

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cooperm211]

Absolutely excellent.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks for watching and for the nice comment!

[@josephisaac4069]

Great information!!!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad it was helpful!

[@roblabelle7874]

Wonderful video!! I found it very informative. I've been taking Classical lessons for the past few months and last week invested in an Almansa a-400 CW after trying out quite a few. Thankfully, it passes all 10 tests of quality.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Happy to know it was helpful and your guitar is good! Thanks for watching!

[@thejmillsband222]

Very nice video, and thank you for making it. I heard and played two beautiful nylon string guitars during the early 1980s. I remember th3 sound on both was distinct and beautiful, but at the time, they were around $2,000 and higher. Can you respond with a few names of them. The Resonance was so beautiful.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Very cool!

[@janprebenandersen2596]

Very good advices and thanks. Its amazing to listen to the flamenco and classical guitars in spain. I visited Spain to discover that. Love the music you play . Bien Fiesta Maestro Thanks

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much!

[@bigbellygamer7232]

You did a great job putting this video giving people things to look out for. Great video.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much! Appreciated!

[@sylviewheeler6237]

You explain so really really well !!!! Thanks so much !!!! And I can see you have love for your guitar !

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much for the nice comment!

[@dgibson310]

Amazing advice!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks for watching!

[@rersr]

Very informative! I wish I would have found this advice before I made my recent purchase. For several of the 10 points Cesar made, I would have looked further. I'll know better next time. Thank you for this video!

[@craigmill5]

Thanks for such an informative video. I followed all your suggestions regarding the space between the frets at the nut and the saddle, and thankfully my cheap Yamaha is okay - although I have spent a bit of time slowly and gradually sanding down both the nut and saddle - thanks again - great advice.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Happy it was useful and thanks for the feedback!

[@nahumnehemia]

Thanks Cesar! Very good advices, especially the 11th.! I also have an Alhambra P5. Excellent guitar! One thing that is worth mentioning: The strings action can (and should) be tailored to the player. My recommendation is to get the guitar a good setup at a professional guitar shop. Worth every penny!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks for sharing! And for watching!

[@suzanneemerson9787]

Nahum Nehemiah - I totally agree that a good set up by a competent luthier is well worth the cost. I like my action low on my guitar. My husband prefers his a tiny bit higher. Once within a range, it can be a personal thing. BTW, the word advice is an uncountable noun in English. Don’t say advices. Only say advice. (Just a tip. Sorry, I’m an English teacher. This is a very common error.)

[@esnova6847]

Cordoba C1M classical guitar is Good to buy? I'm beginner

[@vitalii4329]

Grate tips, Thank You

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks for watching!

[@janathanmizrachi7669]

I realized your the first classical player without nails Any comments? Nice playing 👌

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Yeah thanks! watch my video about classical guitar and nails...in my channel.

[@johnnygonzales3211]

Very knowledgeable my friend like always😜

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks Johnny! Appreciate the support!

[@wilydingus]

Awesome thank you so much!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks to you for watching and for the comment!

[@craigbernthal7388]

Love the opening music!

[@Djangoat68]

excellent video - thank you !!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks to you for watching!

[@giaonguyen9689]

Many thanks Cesar , for such a meaningful pointing out . FYI , I 've been playing guitars for over 50 years , and did not really know what one should be looking for in a guitar which is to serve the purpose well . .

[@RandySchartiger]

very good info here Cesar should help a lot of people!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much my old friend...Sorry I was a bit late in catching up with your material, Randy. I am absolutely eaten by the job demands...Will try during the next weeks...Cheers my friend!

[@RandySchartiger]

@@CesarAllGuitar no problem bro I know how life gets in the way more times than not. just know I appreciate your support and appreciate you keeping it here over the years. thank you man!

[@andercoyote4170]

Thank you, best video on the subject.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@VicCross]

Thank you for such an informative video. Subscribed!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Welcome! Thanks so much for joining!

[@mantraymedicina367]

I am off to buy a guitar this afternoon with your top 12 tips.Wish me well!

[@Fritz_Haarmann]

How did it go, Are you still playing on it?

[@santipu429]

Great tutorial

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thank you!

[@MM-lt6pn]

Thank so much, very useful video!!! I was thinking about Cordoba c7

[@meoradli2894]

I am biginner and very good information to me. Thank you master!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

You are very welcome

[@ashorigin5116]

Thank you for this awesome guide, instant subscribe

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Welcome aboard! And thanks so much!

[@tomanderson848]

Very helpful Cesar. Thank you!

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks to you for watching!

[@narcicio]

very nice video thank you !

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks to you for watching the video!

[@rveurope]

Very helpful! Thanks..placed order for new tuners for my Morris this morning while checking Cesar and my Lavazza! Have a great week!👍

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks fro watching my friend! Let me know which Tuners you have ordered!

[@rveurope]

@@CesarAllGuitar Dixon skg 356 they fit 1:1 in this old guitar!

[@seyedaliforoutanmirhossein13]

Thank you man, awesome👍🏼

[@CesarAllGuitar]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@GMKA01]

Perfect explanation from a true professional. Very informative. Thank you. I would appreciate if you would specify your best selection of ten classic guitars for intermediate to advanced players.

[@matthewsmith2432]

Thank you. Enjoyed your presentation and learned things to look for

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much for the nice comment!

[@alamosabill201]

Beautiful playing Cesar, I’d love a full version of that one you played. 👌 great information.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks Simon! I will of course! Cheers!!

[@pirata200500]

Cesar plays "Is there anybody's out there?" by Pink Floyd . ¡Cėsar, bonita versión!

[@oe8670]

Great guidance and your guitar sounds super good also !

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so so much!

[@mmockler632]

Excellent Cesar...thank you

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks to you for watching and dropping a comment!

[@davide2.07]

Saludos Cesar- No es sorpresa como muchos principiantes se desaniman pues hay tantos parámetros técnicos que considerar que influyen el sonido y la estabilidad del instrumento. Gracias por el video y las enseñanzas!

[@darleystar]

I loved this tutorial , very useful. Especially the fret sprout tip.

[@Morten6842]

Really good video. Wish i had seen this before i bought my classical . I have quite a lot of issues with keeping it in tune.

[@skrid2577]

Thank you Cesar! Excellent video.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Thanks so much for watching and for the nice comment!

[@juliekrol]

This is so helpful…thank you so much Cesar ❤

[@CesarAllGuitar]

❤❤

[@rikkkretue4945]

Wow! Awesome video!

[@mojjomusic_AU]

Excellent advice. And yes im in love with all my Guitars 😎

[@castelodomar846]

@Cesar All Guitar este video fue increíble!! Muchos buenos consejos y extremamente bien explicado sin igual!!! Muchisimas gracias por el tiempo que invertiste en crear estos vídeos! Un abrazo desde Austrália! 🙏

[@CesarAllGuitar]

Muchísimas gracias a ti por ver el video y comentar! Cheers desde Miami!