Cordoba C5-CE LEFTY 4/4 Natural Klassisk guitar med forforstærker

Cordoba C5-CE LEFTY – Premium Stage-Ready Classical for Left-Handed Players

The Cordoba C5-CE LEFTY classical guitar brings professional features to left-handed musicians seeking a reliable nylon-string for both stage and studio environments. With a solid Western Red Cedar top, layered mahogany back and sides, and a comfortable C-shaped mahogany neck, the instrument offers a rich, well-rounded tone that shines both acoustically and amplified. A soft cutaway ensures access to higher frets, supporting advanced techniques and greater musical expression. Integrated Fishman Presys II electronics give players precision control over their live sound, making this model ideal for gigging, rehearsals, or studio sessions. The C5-CE LEFTY stands out with Cordoba’s signature carved headstock, wood inlays, and a gloss polyurethane finish for a refined appearance.

Standout Features: High-End Components and Player-Centric Design

What sets the C5-CE LEFTY apart in its segment is the thoughtful integration of premium tonewoods with gigging essentials. The Fishman Presys II system, complete with tuner and tone controls, delivers natural-sounding amplification for any venue. Hand-inlaid wood rosette and composite binding bring a distinctive touch of craftsmanship. Thanks to a dual-action truss rod, the neck remains stable even as humidity and temperature change.

Professional Playability – Comfort and Expression for the Modern Classical Player

Comfort and expressive potential are at the heart of this model’s design. Whether performing fingerstyle, flamenco, or modern nylon-string pieces, the balanced neck dimensions and soft cutaway support advanced repertoire and extended range.

• Scale Length: 650 mm — full-size classical feel with precise intonation across all registers
• Nut Width: 50 mm — comfortable string spacing for complex fingerstyle passages
• Players will find a traditional classical layout with 12 frets to the body, making upper fret access straightforward.

Premium Materials for Tone and Longevity

Benefit from tonewoods selected for both musicality and durability. The solid Western Red Cedar top excels in dynamic response, while layered mahogany back and sides provide warmth and projection. Bone nut and saddle ensure clear, resonant transmission of string vibration.

• Top: Solid Western Red Cedar — expressive, harmonically rich sound
• Back & Sides: Layered Mahogany — robust, full-bodied resonance
• Bone is used for the nut and saddle, contributing to stable tuning and tonal clarity.

Performance-Ready Electronics and Hardware

For amplified performance, the guitar features a Fishman Presys II preamp with tuner, volume, bass, treble, and phase controls. High-tension Savarez strings and gold tuning machines with pearl buttons add reliability and style.

• Electronics: Fishman Presys II — natural nylon sound in live and recorded contexts
• Strings: Savarez Cristal Corum High Tension 500CJ — responsive and dynamic feel
• Gold-plated tuners with pearl buttons allow for smooth, precise tuning every time.

Who Is It For – Advanced and Performing Left-Handed Players

This instrument is the right choice for left-handed classical and crossover guitarists who require professional sound, stage performance, and expressive playability. Gigging musicians, experienced students, and teachers will appreciate the blend of classical tradition and modern stage features. With a comfortable neck and reliable electronics, the C5-CE LEFTY adapts seamlessly from solo performance to ensemble work or studio recording. For those who want to bridge practice and performance, it offers tangible benefits in tone, comfort, and reliability.

Cordoba’s Legacy in Modern Nylon-String Guitars

Cordoba Guitars have become synonymous with modern innovation in the classical segment, blending Spanish tradition with player-driven upgrades. The C5-CE LEFTY continues this tradition for left-handed musicians, delivering build quality, nuanced tone, and playability that have made Cordoba’s best-selling models so popular. Each guitar is crafted to meet the needs of today’s performers.