Alhambra 1OP-US Solid Cedar Classical Guitar
- Red cedar top, maple binding
- Open pore natural finish
- Mahogany back, sides and neck
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Nickel plated machine heads, D'Addario strings
- Gig bag included
- 3 year warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A lively, light classical guitar for students and nylon string players who want a cedar top that opens up with age. It has no pickup, so stage use needs a microphone.
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ASIN: B01E3BFDOOModel: 1OP-USCategory: Classical & Nylon-String Guitars
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Overview
Not a laminated beginner guitar, the Alhambra classical uses a red cedar top with a thin open pore finish that lets the wood vibrate freely. Mahogany back, sides and neck pair with a rosewood fingerboard, and it ships in a gig bag.
A responsive cedar top under minimal finish gives a balanced, lively voice that improves as the wood ages. It is acoustic only, so playing out means using a microphone.
Who it's for
Students and hobbyists learning classical repertoire at home and in lessons. Players who gig plugged in should look at an acoustic electric classical.
Pros and cons
- Cedar top ages well
- Thin open pore finish
- D'Addario strings fitted
- Gig bag included
- Open pore finish marks easily
- Gig bag, not a hard case
Performance notes
Resonance comes from the cedar top and the open pore finish, which adds little coating to damp the wood. Mahogany back and sides support a balanced response across the range.
Specifications
| Brand | Alhambra |
|---|---|
| Model | 1OP-US |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 25.5 |
| Item weight | 4.2 pounds |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Red cedar |
| Back Material Type | Mahogany |
| Body Material Type | Mahogany |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| String Material Type | Nylon |
| Finish | Open pore natural |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Gig bag |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years from date of purchase |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | No pickup |
| Binding | Maple |
| Factory strings | D'Addario |
| Tuners | Nickel plated machine heads |
Closest rivals on specs
Cordoba C7 Cedar Nylon String Guitar- Item weight 4.2 vs 3.5 pounds (+20%)
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Alhambra 1OP-US?
A gig bag is included, and the guitar ships with D'Addario strings.
Does the Alhambra 1OP-US have a pickup?
No. It is listed with no pickup.
What does the open pore finish do on the 1OP?
Very little finish is applied, so the guitar vibrates more freely for a lively, balanced tone.
What warranty does Alhambra give?
Three years from purchase by the original retail buyer.