The Cordoba C10 Spruce Classical Guitar is an all-solid Spanish style guitar featuring either a Canadian cedar or European spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides. Handmade in a small boutique workshop, it's the perfect choice for serious classical guitarists, or any player looking to upgrade to a concert-level instrument at an affordable price. (Click here to hear the pronunciation of "Córdoba".)

Construction
The C10 is built with a traditional Spanish fan bracing and Spanish heel construction to allow for a responsive soundboard and full vibration throughout the entire body. The solid Indian rosewood back and sides provide a fat low-end, with a bright, crisp treble response and complex overtones. The C10 has a C-shape neck and flat fingerboard characteristic of traditional classical guitars, but also includes modern features such as a two-way truss rod for long-term neck stability.

Aesthetics
Delicate aesthetic touches like its 1920s-inspired pearloid rosette add a touch of vintage elegance. Other stand-out features such as a rosewood fingerboard and bridge, red purfling, high gloss finish, Savarez Cristal Corum strings, and a lightweight polyfoam case makes this a Cordoba best-seller and a guitar you'll play for a lifetime.



Top: Solid European Spruce
Back/Sides: Solid Indian Rosewood
Neck: Mahogany
Fret Dots at Frets: V, VII, & IX
Fingerboard: Ebony
Rosette: Mother-of-Pearl & Ebony "Esteso" Weave
Tuners: Cordoba Premium Gold Tuning Machines
Scale: 650mm
Nut: 52mm
Nut/Saddle: Bone
Truss Rod: Two-way Adjustable, 4mm
Bracing/Build: Fan Bracing / Spanish Heel
Finish: High Gloss PU
Case: Cordoba Polyfoam Case

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Cordoba C10 Spruce Classical Guitar

The Cordoba C10 Spruce Classical Guitar represents a perfect balance of traditional craftsmanship and modern refinement. This handcrafted instrument delivers exceptional tone, playability, and value for serious classical guitarists and enthusiasts alike.

Superior Tonewoods

At the heart of the C10 Spruce is its solid European spruce top, selected for its excellent tonal properties. European spruce is prized for its clear, focused sound with remarkable projection and dynamic range. The top is hand-selected and features the fine, straight grain characteristic of premium spruce.

Complementing the spruce top are solid Indian rosewood back and sides. This classic tonewood pairing creates a warm, balanced sound with rich bass response and complex overtones. The rosewood contributes depth and sustain, while the spruce provides clarity and definition to each note.

Traditional Construction

The C10 Spruce is crafted using traditional Spanish construction techniques. The fan bracing pattern, refined over centuries, optimizes the guitar's resonance and projection while maintaining structural integrity. Hand-carved braces are carefully positioned to allow the top to vibrate freely while providing necessary support.

A genuine bone nut and saddle enhance tone transfer and sustain, while the Spanish cedar neck provides stability and comfortable playability. The solid mahogany neck block and linings reinforce the body joints, ensuring durability without compromising tonal quality.

Refined Aesthetics

The C10 Spruce features elegant aesthetic touches that reflect its heritage and craftsmanship. The hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl "Esteso" rosette showcases intricate detailing inspired by traditional Spanish designs. Premium natural bone binding protects the edges while adding a touch of sophistication.

The high-gloss polyurethane finish enhances the natural beauty of the tonewoods while providing protection against humidity changes and wear. Premium gold tuning machines with ebony buttons ensure precise, stable tuning and complement the guitar's refined appearance.

Exceptional Playability

Players will appreciate the C10's comfortable neck profile and smooth ebony fingerboard. The traditional 650mm scale length and 52mm nut width provide an optimal playing experience for classical techniques. The carefully shaped neck and precisely leveled frets allow for easy position shifts and comfortable barring.

Each note rings clear across the entire fingerboard, with balanced string-to-string volume and excellent intonation. The action is set to strike an ideal balance between playability and optimal string vibration, allowing for both delicate passages and more forceful playing styles.

Versatile Sound Character

The C10 Spruce produces a sound that works beautifully across various classical repertoires. The spruce top provides immediate response and articulation, making it ideal for contrapuntal music where clarity between voices is essential. The rosewood back and sides add warmth and complexity that enhance romantic and modern compositions.

Bass notes are full and defined without overwhelming the midrange, while treble notes project with clarity and sustain. The guitar responds sensitively to changes in right-hand position and technique, offering a wide palette of tonal colors for expressive playing.

Professional-Grade Instrument

The C10 Spruce is a serious instrument suitable for advanced students, teachers, and performing artists. Its projection and tonal clarity make it appropriate for both solo recitals and ensemble settings. Recording engineers appreciate its balanced frequency response and natural resonance.

Many professional players choose the C10 Spruce as their main instrument for teaching and performance, valuing its reliability, consistency, and musical voice. The guitar maintains its tonal qualities over time, developing additional character and complexity as it matures.

Care and Maintenance

To preserve the C10 Spruce's excellent condition and tonal qualities, we recommend maintaining appropriate humidity levels (40-60%) and storing the guitar in its included humidified hardshell case when not in use. Regular cleaning with appropriate products will maintain the finish and fretboard condition.

The guitar comes with a Cordoba Polyfoam case, providing excellent protection during storage and transportation. The lightweight design makes it comfortable to carry while ensuring your instrument remains safe and secure.

The Cordoba Experience

With the C10 Spruce, you're not just purchasing a guitar—you're joining a tradition of musical excellence. Cordoba's dedication to quality craftsmanship and tonal refinement is evident in every aspect of this instrument. From practice sessions to performances, the C10 Spruce provides an inspiring playing experience that encourages musical growth and expression.

Discover why the Cordoba C10 Spruce Classical Guitar has earned its reputation as a go-to instrument for discerning classical guitarists who value exceptional tone, craftsmanship, and playability.