I got myself a 401 9 months ago and would not trade it for anything. Regardless of heavy finish and glue bleeding through the face, I find it by far the best sounding classical guitar! I think almansa is doing a terrific job. It's all about getting the right sound, and you guy's are the best at what you do! Keep up the good work. Aloha from Hawaii
Jul 02, 2010 Rating
The best low-cost guitar by: Phineas
For a long time, Yamaha was the undisputed king of the inexpensive guitar, nylon or steel.
Many people have a story about some old plywood Yamaha bought from a pawn shop for 35 bucks, and didn't it sound good, straight neck, clear tone, lively feel. But in recent years Almansa has taken the low-cost crown for its own. The 401 is indeed a very nice guitar, and Yamaha just can't match it, in my opinion, for what it costs, somewhere around 250 dollars new. The cosmetic shortcomings mentioned by the reviewer are sometimes part of the deal, to some extent, because there is not much profit margin in a guitar that retails for that price. Almansa has opted to provide a better sounding guitar, and maybe backed off a little on cosmetic details.
A good trade off. Good for you, Almansa.
Mar 17, 2010 Rating
cordobar(R model) by: saigonclassicalguita
hi im new to this site. love to play classical guitar and talk about classical guitar.couple of years ago im purchase brand new cordoba R model which is concert and studio recording guitar. indian rose wood b/s. germanspruce top.perfect and sound loud and sustain and very clear. love this guitar.im looking to purchase another guitar from classical guitar salon in southern cal. many people dont seem to like cordoba .please let me know what are you fell about this guitar. thank
Dec 03, 2009 Rating
Almansa 401 Spruce for Flamenco by: El Romeral
Hi,
I started learning ( self-study ) Flamenco 10 weeks ago. I have an Almansa 401 Spruce. I know it is not "Flamenco" guitar, but I wonder if it is OK to play Flamenco on it. Any experience , comments ?
Tkx
