Cordoba C5, C10, C12 - What Is The Difference?

[@tmroan6119]

I have a C12 and it sounds amazing. The one I have was the only one available in stock in the entire San Francisco Bay Area at the time I purchased it, and it was hung 24/7 in a special humidity-controlled chamber in the storea . I used two Shure sm81 mics and recorded the pre-session music played before every Sunday service at my church. My church pastor was unaware of it until one day I invited him to join us for a home fellowship, and he inadvertently picked up the C12 (he could play some). He was immediately shocked and said it was phonomenal. I then told him I used it to record the music I recorded for the church. I never brought it to the church on stage, however. Because it normally needs condensers mics which are challenging for the sound techs to deal with on finite stage space in the presence of various electrical music instruments and stage monitors while having the choir behind.

[@Sir.YeetusIII]

I have the c5 and would definitely recommend if you're in the market for a good classical guitar

[@masterquan4891]

C12 resonance is incredible. I am sure that goes with the price as well.

[@NicodemiSoundtrack]

Best to thoroughly tune the guitars.

[@jboogieonce]

Wow! The C-12 sounds beautiful. They all are though. I really enjoyed your playing

[@edwardmorton6691]

I have a c10 and it sounds far better than what this video appears to demonstrate. Sometimes though it's the player and not the guitar that makes the difference, use of nails , hand positioning, finger strokes used etc. The sound quality of this video in no way does any of the guitars proper justice.

[@JesusG-cm2jx]

It could also be due to the positioning of the microphone and the fact that he only used one microphone

[@russsalsman3512]

I find a lot of demos of classical guitars to be poorly played.

[@王若虚-y4p]

The micro has surly a problem here.

[@LaughMuBai]

Really good explanation of features and benefits thank you. I bet you sell a lot of guitars with that attention to detail. Of no real significance other than aesthetics of which I'm sure is subjective, I'm curios why Cordoba randomly fit their insignia inlay into the headstock? I've seen C12's with & without.

[@Mizraim1]

Great review! Id suggest to pay attention to the tunning of the instruments

[@JorgeGonzalez-yc3de]

You play really awesome, you taught me a lot today.

[@adrianonacer]

Planning on getting the C7 this month

[@ludwigvantorres4274]

It’s a really good one, I highly recommend!!!

[@javiergonzalez6301]

Any cordoba line is the way to go, they are greatly built and are a steal for the prices!

[@adrianonacer]

@@javiergonzalez6301 yeaah i got the c7 on march this year

[@virgomonkey68]

@@javiergonzalez6301 i think the same also…friend purchase c5 and i cant fault it….by chance someone sold me a c9 in spruce top for 2/3 recommended australia price of aud $1600 and again i cant fault it and is beautiful… Only thing that confuses me is why they sell them with action so high…i guess so you can adjust i imagine…

[@therealpalo001]

@@virgomonkey68so they don’t buzz ,nylon needs more room to vibrate than steel 4mm at 12th fret is still good

[@zixednatz]

The lattice braced sounded more powerful, but im not convinced. I've tried lousy lattice braced guitars before.

[@drbikashbaran108]

Nice. What is the name of the microphone used here ? Thank you.

[@brin57]

Lower codoba c5 c7 f7 even gk studio are quite underwhelming compared to other similar priced like Altamira Torres or Yamaha cg182sf. Maybe upper models are better but.

[@derekec]

But if you say the Fan bracing is preferred, why would I want to go down to Lattice brace on the more expensive higher grade model? Ramirez classicals are fan braced I believe.

[@tasmedic]

Thanks for demonstrating the tonal qualities of these instruments. I do suspect you might be missing a few notes from Lagrima, though, when you play it. Check out measures 5 and 6 in the score. Sorry to be picky, but you're missing a few notes there. I hope you enjoy adding in the few missing notes there, which do form a melodic chain. Best wishes.

[@sbkmarkel]

Could you please tell me the difference between the Fusion 12 and Fusion Orchestra CE? I can get a good deal on a used Fusion 12, but I fell in love with the Orchestra model at Guitar Center. I haven't played the 12 yet.

[@craigwinstonguitar]

Waaay too much compression on the microphone! It’s difficult to tell what these sound like, especially the C12

[@David_four_twenty]

Great work thank you so much :)

[@markford4587]

If fan bracing is preferred, I wonder why Cordoba is using lattice bracing on their top model? Hmm...

[@therealpalo001]

I think they put high tension nylon strings for more vibration hence the truss rod and bracing method

[@Dave72760]

Just goes to show a master can made any guitar sing. 😊

[@jaxenlapiene8710]

Anyone know what the intro piece for each guitar is called?

[@cpjthompson3024]

Lagrima by Tarrega. A piece he wrote while visiting England about missing Spain

[@unusunusduotres3721]

Ottima spiegazione esaudiente, congratulazioni!!!

[@JavonR123]

Can you confirm what the 2nd demo song is? Sounds great want to learn that!!

[@duffypratt]

It’s Carnavalito, the 3rd movement of Jose Merlin’s Suite de Recuerdo.

[@rudyhaddad88]

Your right hand is muting the guitar, slight technique adjustments can make a huge difference.

[@portuguesebeer5069]

Hi. Can you tell how many side dot inlays has the Córdoba C5? Thanks

[@chonbenthung]

3

[@portuguesebeer5069]

@@chonbenthung thanks! 🍺🤘🇵🇹

[@richarddeboer8934]

Some notes where slipping on the last model while playing 😉

[@phalange1234]

what was the first piece that you played? beautiful

[@MarcusAurelius13]

Lagrima by Tarrega.

[@perrywhelan]

What is being played at 4:41? Very nice.

[@jeff92821]

I like what you’re playing

[@crystalgaynor9708]

Great video! Thank you!

[@TW-il4vy]

Crap, I was ready to purchase C10 until this video. C12 decidedly sounds louder with more resonance - is this true in person? I may need to shell out more $$$ grrrrr...

[@kanker5256]

keep ur money...

[@TW-il4vy]

@@kanker5256 You're right. I ended up getting a cedar C9 and couldn't be happier with my choice. So glad I didn't "waste" more money.

[@kanker5256]

@@TW-il4vy no. absolutely no guitar i know of, except for maybe some getting close to it, like torres and andalusian guitars, make them like they should. i have owned all known 'brands' there are, and i will start making my own guitars.. my lesson is: you cannot buy a guitar and expect anything good until you have it in your hands and look at it and play it. it is rare that you even find a decent one these days... unfortu ate.

[@TW-il4vy]

@@kanker5256 yep, I ended up returning 3 guitars until I got the 4th to keep. Definitely taking a chance ordering online sight unseen, and as you say, you need to have it and feel it in person.

[@hughnguyen1772]

The C12 is known for being loud. I have a C12 cedar and it is quite good compared to other guitars in the same price range.

[@thecao4232]

You speak very clearly, but your demo sound seems not good. Should be use micro for studio to review sound! Good video !

[@jimtinytchannel2930]

How much is the Cordoba for beginner

[@progers86]

The c5 is usually around $350usd

[@kimbill107]

C12 out of tune..would help if it was in tune..

[@MrChrisKnight]

Great Review thanks guy speaks very well.

[@sinistar426]

When the word "solid" isn't used for the back and sides, its a dead give away for laminate.

[@GK-ud8dv]

The C 12 is solid .. not sure about the others. The C12 is LOUD !!! it sounds great.

[@glorioskiola]

@@GK-ud8dv c9 and c10 say solid back and sides. C9 is mahogany, c10 rosewood.

[@owieczkanapolu7327]

@@GK-ud8dv I own and play a C7 daily. It's laminate rosewood back and sides.

[@Absterrr]

What’s the first song?

[@patriciodasilva7902]

Your tone sounds lke you aren't using your nails?

[@adiladil217]

Hello very good I bought a guitar cordoba c3m and c5 both I did not like it so bad with manufacturing defects is what you know a classic brand much better than that

[@kaiyanchristianwan4762]

The mic for the guitar is not advanced and can't give clear sound. What a pity!

[@niundisponible]

you are missing a tiny part of Lagrima, my man :). I don't wish incomplete tears on anyone.

[@RamirezVB]

Are these models made in China?

[@ahmadz45]

Wow difference between C12 and c6 like oil and water. Anyway good demo. Cuts through the bullshit and tells it straight. Well done.

[@dodoguitar2415]

You have a very beautiful name, but your choice of words has not served it well. IMHO, the video is very helpful as well as informative, and we all should be very thankful and appreciative

[@joshuajaimes121]

You’ve missed the c9 my friend! Do one comparing the c9 to the c7 please.

[@LuisRamírezSepúlveda]

I have the Esteso SP!

[@BzBlade]

Boosted the volume on the C12 recording I hear

[@davidyanez4u]

sneak attack

[@masterquan4891]

C12 is in a league all its own. I am sure the price reflects it as well. LOL

[@cwilson8083]

I dont think the c5 is handmade in china. Actually none of the C models are hand made in china ?

[@renecuevas4128]

I see a lot of negatives reviews due to the Sound and Lack of Entonation Remenber most of the people watching and commenting here have a good ear and can tell if any guitar is out of tune and what level player are you. Musicians are a difte. Breed on itself......that s why not everyone is a Mus......

[@pearmainstudios3942]

He kinda sounds Nigerian. Cool

[@elonmust7470]

lol do he does not.....

[@javierdiazsantana]

Lattice bracing is better

[@bsgnine]

It sounds like you're playing with no nails?

[@bsgnine]

The squeeking is much louder than the music

[@gorgoroth666999]

I actually like the sound of no nails more than nails but you have to completely change your attack and angle of hand to produce a good tone. It's also very important to have the right strings for this (gut/nylgut are best) and to have soft smooth finger tips. Dry ruff finger tips produce a awful tone and it's hard to play (fingers sort of scrap on the string and dont grip well).

[@bsgnine]

@@gorgoroth666999 i played with no nails for 25 years and nails about 5 years. They both have pros and cons, but nails are superior because you can get all the tones and textures of having nails without losing the sound of no nails as well. Of course this takes practice like with anything else

[@juddery]

That C12 sounded really out of tune. Otherwise a nice comparison.

[@hilarioustrader3677]

Nice..

[@davidkasakeijan-ross1746]

The guitars are not in tune!

[@davidcook3795]

Especially that c12

[@therealpalo001]

P.u. Finish = polyurethane

[@javiersaulrodriguezmontes3196]

C12 souns good

[@kevinofficial6980]

When you talk the very loud and very good, but when you demo the guitar sound like a shit. You adjust your Mic. Better when you demo the Guitars.

[@kateowens45]

He screeches the strings so loudly that it overbears the music. Not a good example of the way your guitars sound.

[@Dave72760]

The spruce tops on these things are terrible.

[@chrisstanford3652]

🎶🎵🤗🤗

[@rickbrosseau1162]

Please tune guitar before doing demo. Thx

[@aussiemeditation28268]

马蒂亚斯

[@kerimcabbar7159]

Guitars are promising but you cannot play ... sorry not sorry

[@Dave72760]

The spruce top on the c-5 looks like doo-doo. Terrible selection of wood.

[@christ10berger]

Out of tune x3

[@didequen3339]

It is a piece of shzt. I bought brand new c5 from guitar center. It is a lot lot less than my old yamaha c30. Price is 1/3 of cordoba. The quality is very bad. Wood is less than home depot price. Over priced

[@RoyBishopRocks]

Squeeky

[@edgardodomingo5029]

Hi, you have to improve your audio recording. I suggest you get a skilled classical guitarist as well. Ciao

[@lalito1560]

Great, another fingerpicker 🙄 wish I could've heard the guitars full potential.

[@jabberwocky4353]

Could've tried tuning it too. C10 only goes up to grade 8 apparently.....then it stops working.

[@CesarC487]

is a classical guitar's full potential strumming it with a pick?

[@metallicshah]

@@CesarC487 I think he meant using nails instead of finger flesh like other people is commenting. I learnt something new today, some classical guitarists prefer nails.

[@danstevensguitarist]

almost all classical players play with nails