Cordoba C9/10/12

jbell · #1 11-14-2015, 03:06 PM

I'm learning Spanish classical with a LaPatrie Etude. Great guitar I got for $200 used but am wanting to move up a bit. I see some pretty good deals on ebay on Cordoba C9/10 & 12s. Is there that much of a difference between the models? I'd like to try a Spruce top, the Etude is cedar. I'm not necessarily locked into Cordoba but am looking in the $500-$1000 used range. Missed out locally on a Kenny Hill New World and Kremona Romida and I'm open to suggestions on other brands/models I should consider. Thanks.

rogthefrog · #2 11-14-2015, 03:28 PM

I don't know about C9 v C10, but I did find the jump from C7 (laminate b/s) to C9 was both considerable and consistent: every C9 I tried was superior to every C7.

I found the Cordobas to sound significantly better than the Kremonas I tried in the same price range.

These are very nice guitars.

#3 11-14-2015, 03:44 PM

moved from general

Norman2 · #4 11-14-2015, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbell

I'm learning Spanish classical with a LaPatrie Etude. Great guitar I got for $200 used but am wanting to move up a bit. I see some pretty good deals on ebay on Cordoba C9/10 & 12s. Is there that much of a difference between the models? I'd like to try a Spruce top, the Etude is cedar. I'm not necessarily locked into Cordoba but am looking in the $500-$1000 used range. Missed out locally on a Kenny Hill New World and Kremona Romida and I'm open to suggestions on other brands/models I should consider. Thanks.

Hi Jbell, In that price range the two guitars that you should choose from
are the Cordoba C10 (Solid Woods) and the Kremona Fiesta FS (Solid Woods)
They both are very very good guitars and the sound is basically the same and
it depends on what strings you use. The only major difference is that the
Cordoba C10 has a truss rod and the Kremona Fiesta does not. I just
changed my C10 for a Kremona Fiesta FC because it is lighter and I liked
the quality of the tunning machines better. I am very happy with the
Kremona. Cordoba is 1059.00 and Kremona is 999.00. These are the only
ones I would consider in this price range. You could try and get a used
guitar on e-bay but you won't know what you are getting and I like my
guitars new. Good luck and regards
Norman2
PS I do not like truss rods on a classical guitar. The expensive ones do not have them. They make the neck heavier.

madhatter · #5 11-15-2015, 12:03 AM

I've been unimpressed with new classicals in the $900-$1200 price range. With any guitar, you have to play it to see if you like it, so you may as well buy a good used one.

Most dealers have a return policy, so take the used guitar to someone who knows guitars and have it evaluated. I'd rather buy a guitar that new was, say, $4000 and has some scratches and dings that brings the price to $1500 than buy a new $1500 guitar and put the first scratch on it. <g>

Keep in mind there isn't necessary a relationship between price and quality, so a $4000 guitar is no guarantee that it will be better. But a good $4K guitar, used, might be a better value.

jbell · #6 11-15-2015, 08:13 AM

Thank you for the rapid responses. I'm definitely in the market for used to stretch my retirement bucks. It seems my choices seems to be on track. There are so few used coming into the market locally is why I was turning to ebay. I'll just bide my time and keep a weather eye out on Craigslist and GC to see what shows up.............Jack.

Norman2 · #7 11-15-2015, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbell

Thank you for the rapid responses. I'm definitely in the market for used to stretch my retirement bucks. It seems my choices seems to be on track. There are so few used coming into the market locally is why I was turning to ebay. I'll just bide my time and keep a weather eye out on Craigslist and GC to see what shows up.............Jack.

Hi jbell, I just want to advise you to be very careful with e-bay and craigs
list. You can have few problems with used guitars. First you have to be
familiar with what brands are the ones you want and then you must be
sure of the condition of the instrument. I went through what you are
doing, and after many months of problems i decided on a new one.
Hell, I have never owned a used car. LOL Good Luck and
do not give up until you get something you are happy with. Keep us posted.
Regards
Norman
PS. We are just giving advice. Get a Guitar that you like. That is the important part!!
And I do not like guitars made in China, They are just OK when compared to ones made in Spain or Europe. A personal preference.

Blueser100 · #8 11-15-2015, 09:00 AM

I have a Cordoba C9 parlor (7/8 size) that I bought to study classical last year. I decided I am no classical player and so the guitar is practically new. It's gorgeous sounding but looking for new home. Send me pm if interested.

Blueser100 · #9 11-16-2015, 09:27 PM

I don't know what point was being attempted here but please watch that your comments are not crass or sexist. As a female member of this community, I find such sentiment inappropriate.

Norman2 · #10 11-17-2015, 06:50 AM

I am very sorry for the comment I made. It was only meant as a joke and
was not as any of my sentiments, I have been married 48 years and have
great respect for women. Please forgive me.
Norman H. Storer

Blueser100 · #11 11-17-2015, 06:55 AM

Apology accepted. Now let's play guitar. :-)

Norman2 · #12 11-17-2015, 07:34 AM

Thanks for your kindness.

jbell · #13 11-17-2015, 03:30 PM

Blueser,
My apologies, as well. No ill intent intended.

alez01 · #14 12-05-2015, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbell

I'm learning Spanish classical with a LaPatrie Etude. Great guitar I got for $200 used but am wanting to move up a bit. I see some pretty good deals on ebay on Cordoba C9/10 & 12s. Is there that much of a difference between the models? I'd like to try a Spruce top, the Etude is cedar. I'm not necessarily locked into Cordoba but am looking in the $500-$1000 used range. Missed out locally on a Kenny Hill New World and Kremona Romida and I'm open to suggestions on other brands/models I should consider. Thanks.

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madhatter · #15 12-05-2015, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Norman2

Hi Jbell, In that price range the two guitars that you should choose from
are the Cordoba C10 (Solid Woods) and the Kremona Fiesta FS (Solid Woods)
They both are very very good guitars and the sound is basically the same and
it depends on what strings you use. The only major difference is that the
Cordoba C10 has a truss rod and the Kremona Fiesta does not. I just
changed my C10 for a Kremona Fiesta FC because it is lighter and I liked
the quality of the tunning machines better. I am very happy with the
Kremona. Cordoba is 1059.00 and Kremona is 999.00. These are the only
ones I would consider in this price range. You could try and get a used
guitar on e-bay but you won't know what you are getting and I like my
guitars new. Good luck and regards
Norman2
PS I do not like truss rods on a classical guitar. The expensive ones do not have them. They make the neck heavier.

Craigslist / Ebay / Dealer New or Used, it doesn't matter as long as you play the guitar before you buy it and have a return privilege. Unless I get an extremely good deal on a new guitar, I just wait until I find a great deal on a used guitar.