The Alhambra 4P Classical Guitar is the first Alhambra classical guitar to have rosewood back and sides and an ebony fretboard, and it has become one of our best-selling guitars. Known throughout the world for its sweet and full-bodied sound, this guitar is comparable to instruments well out of its price range. With high-quality precision tuners, and a melamine nut and saddle, the instrument is a perfect combination of sound projection and durability. The ebony fingerboard is resilient to the wear and tear of everyday playing, and the four layers of light varnish provide excellent projection without compromising durability of the top. (Click here to hear the pronunciation of "Alhambra".)
Features: Top: Solid Red Cedar Back/Sides: Lam. Rosewood Neck: Mahogany Fingerboard: Ebony Scale Length: 650mm Nut Width: 52mm
Recommended Strings: This guitar comes with D'Addario EXP44 Extra Hard Tension strings installed. These are not bad strings, but don't allow the guitar to live up to its full potential. I recommend the following strings for this guitar:
Carbon: My favorite strings of all I've tried are Savarez Alliance set 540J. These strings provide great volume and resonance. Being Carbon, they are a bit thinner in diameter than nylon strings. The tone is brighter and not as mellow as nylon strings. If you want a softer sound, nylon may suit you better.
Nylon: For nylon strings, I really like Savarez Corum New Cristal set 500CJ strings. They provide a nice round tone, good volume, and a comfortable feel.
If you would like to have strings installed other than the ones that come with your guitar, you can add the Strings Installation Service to your order.
-Geoff Ferdón, owner of XGuitars
Philippe Bertaud presents the Alhambra 4P:
(Since this video was made, Alhambra has introduced aesthetic changes to this model as shown in the photos on this page.)
Philippe Bertaud presents the Alhambra 4P:
(Since this video was made, Alhambra has introduced aesthetic changes to this model as shown in the photos on this page.)
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SATIFACTION GUARANTEE: Guitars All of our guitars carry a 5-day money back guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply contact us to arrange its return within 5 days of receiving it. (This is based on the day the tracking information shows that it arrived at your address.) When we receive your return, as long as it's in the same condition as it was when it was shipped it to you, we will refund your full purchase price minus the original cost of shipping. The return address is at the end of this page. Note: Any damage that occurs during shipping from us to you is completely our responsibility. If a guitar (or any other item) arrives damaged, we will pay to have it returned to us and ship you a replacement at no additional charge. If you would like to return a guitar during the 5-day trial period, any damage or wear that occurs while in your possession will be deducted from your refund. In this case, we are not responsible for any damage sustained by the guitar in shipment from you to us. If any damage occurs, it will be deducted from your refund, so please fully insure the guitar with your shipper.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: Accessories (strings not included) All of our accessories (strings not included) carry a 30-day money back guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply contact us to arrange its return within 30 days of receiving it. (This is based on the day the tracking information shows that it arrived at your address.) When we receive your return, as long as it's in the same condition as it was when it was shipped it to you, we will refund your full purchase price minus the original cost of shipping. The return address is below.
WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEE: Guitars All guitars listed on our site as "new" carry a 3-year warranty that covers defects in workmanship. If any manufacturing defects are found within the first three years, we will repair or replace the instrument.
Geoff did an outstanding job preparing and shipping a gorgeous Alhambra 4P. The sound is incredible. My son’s guitar teacher thought it was an excellent purchase and worth way more than we paid. The communication for this purchase was the best I have ever had with a retailer. We will be back! Thanks Geoff!
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Glynn (Chicago, US)
Great product and service
Really enjoyed doing business with Geoff. He's quick to respond to all queries and provided timely service. The guitar and case were packaged well and arrived in perfect shape. I love the guitar and the case seems extremely upscale. I was somewhat concerned purchasing a guitar sight unseen. But, after corresponding with Geoff and understanding Xguitars rock solid return guarantee I decided to take the plunge and I'm glad I did.
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J.S. (Aurora, US)
Beautiful
I hadn't ordered from XGuitars before ordering a 4P. Geoff communicated about the order and shipment in a timely manner. The guitar arrived in a few days. It was well packaged and in perfect condition. It sounds great and looks beautiful. I wouldn't hesitate to order from XGuitars again.
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Timothy M. (Clarksville, US)
Alhambra 4P guitar
Fantastic guitar and superb service from XGuitars. I am very glad I did extensive research on which Alhambra guitar I wanted and then once I decided on the 4P and found that XGuitars was so highly rated I did not hesitate. I am very glad that I placed my order with them. I also ordered a hard case with the guitar. Since then I have ordered 2 more items from them and the order was shipped the next morning.
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Avery M. (Minneapolis, US)
Better Late Than Never
I'm an octogenarian guitar rookie and have a passion for classical guitar music.
My switch to nylon has made my journey much more satisfying.
This is also good exercise for my arthritic hands.
The Alhambra 4P is a wonderful guitar and working with Geoff was a great experience.