Cordoba C9 CD/MH Classical Guitar
- Cedar top, mahogany back and sides, all unlaminated
- 2.01 inch nut width, classical neck
- No pickup, acoustic only
- 6 nylon strings, right-handed
- Handmade in a small boutique workshop
- 3.5 pounds listed weight
- 3 year warranty
Last refreshed Sep 28, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A concert style nylon string guitar for a classical player stepping up to a handmade, all wood build. There is no pickup and no case listed, so stage use needs a microphone and a separate bag.
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ASIN: B002QGU4MUModel: 99 753 0140Category: Classical & Nylon-String Guitars
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Overview
Practice rooms and small recital halls suit the Cordoba CD/MH, a handmade Spanish style classical guitar with a cedar top and mahogany back and sides. Every tonewood is unlaminated, and nylon strings run over a rosewood fingerboard with no pickup fitted.
Cordoba aims this model at serious classical players ready for a concert level instrument, with cedar and mahogany throughout and a handmade build. The wide classical neck suits fingerstyle technique but can feel broad to a steel string player. No case is listed, so budget for protection.
Who it's for
Students past the beginner stage and serious classical players who perform acoustically get a handmade cedar and mahogany guitar. Players who plug in on stage, or who want a narrow neck, should choose a different model.
Pros and cons
- Cedar top with mahogany back and sides
- Handmade in a small boutique workshop
- Rosewood fingerboard on mahogany neck
- Traditional Spanish style build
- No pickup for amplified gigs
- No case in the listing
- Wide neck may feel broad to steel players
- Scale length unit not stated
Performance notes
An unlaminated cedar top flexes readily under nylon string tension, so it answers a light touch with a warm, quick response. Mahogany back and sides reflect that energy back through the soundhole. With no pickup, volume depends entirely on the body and the player's attack.
Where it stands among classical & nylon-string guitars
- #7 most-searched brand and model of the 29 classical & nylon-string guitars lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 36 classical & nylon-string guitars we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Cordoba |
|---|---|
| Model | 99 753 0140 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 25.6 (unit not stated) |
| Item weight | 3.5 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 46 × 8 × 18 inches |
| String Nut Width | 2 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Cedar |
| Back Material Type | Mahogany |
| Body Material Type | Mahogany |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| String Material Type | Nylon |
| Color | Natural |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | No Pickup |
| Guitar Bridge System | Wood Bridge |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Model Series | C9 |
Closest rivals on specs
Traveler Guitar Ultra-Light Classical Guitar- Item weight 3.5 vs 3 pounds (+17%)
Alhambra 1OP-US Solid Cedar Classical Guitar- Item weight 3.5 vs 4.2 pounds (-17%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cordoba C9 CD/MH a steel string acoustic guitar?
No. It is a nylon string classical guitar with a wood bridge and a 2.01 inch nut, made for nylon strings and fingerstyle playing, not steel strings.
Does the Cordoba C9 CD/MH come with a case?
Included components are listed as not included, so assume the guitar ships on its own.
Is the Cordoba C9 top cedar or spruce?
Cordoba offers the C9 with either a Canadian cedar or a European spruce top. This CD/MH version lists a cedar top with mahogany back and sides.
What is the scale length of the Cordoba C9 CD/MH?
The spec sheet gives 25.6 without naming the unit. Confirm the measurement with the seller if it matters for your string choice.