Yamaha CG162C Classical Guitar with Solid Cedar Top

The Yamaha CG162C is an elegant, intermediate-level classical guitar that pairs a solid American cedar top with beautifully figured ovangkol back and sides. Designed for developing players who want to step up from an entry-level instrument, it delivers a warm, responsive tone, comfortable playability and refined looks that will inspire you to practise and perform more.

With its traditional full-size classical body, gloss finish and carefully chosen tonewoods, the CG162C feels reassuringly familiar yet noticeably more resonant and expressive than many beginner guitars. Whether you are working through graded exams, playing solo repertoire or accompanying singers, this guitar offers the clarity, projection and nuance you need to keep progressing with confidence.

Warm, Responsive Solid Cedar Top

At the heart of the CG162C is its solid American cedar top, chosen for its rich, warm voice and quick response. Solid wood tops vibrate more freely than laminated alternatives, helping every note to bloom with greater depth and sustain. Cedar is particularly well suited to classical and fingerstyle playing, rewarding a lighter touch with a sweet, singing tone that makes pieces feel more musical and expressive.

Figured Ovangkol Back and Sides

The ovangkol back and sides not only look striking with their attractive grain, they also contribute to a balanced, articulate sound. Ovangkol offers a clear midrange and defined lows, supporting the warmth of the cedar top with extra projection and focus. This combination helps melodies stand out and chords remain clear, making practice sessions more rewarding and performances more engaging.

Comfortable Neck and Traditional Dimensions

A nato neck with a rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth, familiar feel under the fingers. The traditional 52 mm nut width and 650 mm scale length give you the space and accuracy required for classical technique, while the comfortable neck profile and body depth make extended practice sessions easier on the hands and arms. The result is an instrument that encourages correct posture and clean, controlled playing.

Refined Look with Durable Gloss Finish

The high-gloss finish enhances the natural beauty of the cedar and ovangkol, giving the CG162C a smart, stage-ready appearance. As well as looking polished, the finish helps protect the wood from everyday wear, so your guitar can continue to look and feel its best as you progress. Combined with the rosewood bridge and fingerboard, the overall aesthetic is classic, understated and timeless.

• Solid American Cedar Top - A solid cedar soundboard offers a warm, expressive tone with excellent responsiveness, helping your dynamics and phrasing come through clearly whether you are playing softly or with more attack.
• Figured Ovangkol Back and Sides - Ovangkol adds clarity and projection to the cedar warmth, giving you a balanced sound that supports both melodic lines and full chords, ideal for study, performance and ensemble work.
• Comfortable Nato Neck with Rosewood Fingerboard - The smooth rosewood fingerboard and stable nato neck provide a comfortable playing surface, making it easier to execute stretches, barre chords and intricate fingerings accurately.
• Traditional Classical Dimensions - With a 52 mm nut width, 650 mm string length and full-depth classical body, the CG162C offers the familiar feel and spacing required for proper classical technique and exam preparation.

Body

• Top: Solid American Cedar
• Back: Ovangkol
• Sides: Ovangkol
• Body Depth: 3.7 - 3.94" (94 - 100 mm)
• Finish: Gloss

Neck

• Neck Wood: Nato
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Nut Width: 2.05" (52 mm)
• String Length: 25.6" (650 mm)

Hardware

• Bridge: Rosewood