"There’s a beautiful warmth and roundness that makes for an incredibly pleasant playing experience, encouraging hours of enjoyment": Yamaha CG192C review

At the top end of Yamaha’s popular CG series, does the CG192C live up to the range’s reputation? We find out

Yamaha CG192C review
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Guitar World Verdict

There aren’t many brands that can match Yamaha in producing well-made instruments at such reasonable prices. Even though the CG192C sits at the top of the series, it still exemplifies these hallmarks perfectly. With its comfortable satin-smooth African mahogany neck, warm yet articulate solid Western red cedar top, and elegant wooden body binding, this brilliant mid-priced classical guitar is truly a workhorse.

Pros

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    Great quality materials all around

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    Articulate note separation

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    Smooth and comfortable satin neck

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    Setup well out of the box

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    Beautiful sustain

Cons

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    The unglossed neck is ding-prone

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    Lacks a bit of bass

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Yamaha’s CG body shape is widely recognized in the classical guitar world. From the ever-reliable C40 that’s been a student favorite for years, to the tech-savvy CG-TA TransAcoustic, playing a Yamaha CG means you can count on a few things: solid craftsmanship, years of use, a comfortable playing experience, and a tone you’ll love.

This brings us to the guitar in question – the Yamaha CG192C. Sitting at the top of the series, the CG192C promises to deliver all the hallmarks we’ve come to expect from Yamaha’s CG range. Priced around £550/$550, it’s the most expensive non-TransAcoustic classical guitar in the lineup. So, if you are after the series’ best traditional nylon-string classical without the added tech, this is your go-to.

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