Valencia CG160

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The Valencia CG160 is an ideal choice for both beginners and seasoned musicians looking to explore the rich tones of classical guitar. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, this guitar offers a sublime blend of playability and sound quality. The CG160 features a spruce top that provides a clear, resonant sound, making it perfect for classical compositions and intricate fingerstyle playing. Its traditional fan bracing enhances the guitar's projection and tonal clarity, ensuring that every note rings with precision.

Whether you're performing on stage or practicing at home, the Valencia CG160 delivers a reliable and enjoyable playing experience. The guitar's neck is designed for comfortable play, reducing finger fatigue during long sessions. A smooth satin finish not only gives the guitar an elegant appearance but also allows for effortless transitions between chords. The nylon strings are gentle on the fingers, making this an excellent choice for those new to guitar playing.

Key Features:

Spruce top for enhanced resonance and sound clarity
Traditional fan bracing for improved projection
Comfortable neck profile for reduced finger fatigue
Smooth satin finish for an elegant look and easy playability
Nylon strings, ideal for beginners and classical style musicians

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MyDukkan

Valencia CG160 - Klasik Gitar İncelemesi (Hızlı Video)

MyDukkan

Valencia CG160 gitaar www.alphenaar.com Marcel Hustings

Kees Been (KB Muziekproducties)

Valencia CG160 - demo from www.gitara.in.ua

GitaraInUa

Klasična gitara: VALENCIA CG160 I Mix Music Company

Mix Music Company

Valencia CG 160

Surin Vintage

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Valencia CG160.

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Owners recommend using Titebond or epoxy for bridge repair, emphasizing surface preparation with 120 grit sandpaper for better adhesion.
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For DIY bridge repair, some suggest using a homemade tailpiece and floating bridge if traditional glue methods aren't feasible.
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A user successfully used hardcover books as makeshift clamps, emphasizing the importance of ensuring the bridge aligns with the original position.
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Despite structural repairs, some report the guitar holds tune well and is playable even after several years.
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Considering clamps can be costly, owners have devised DIY methods like using heavy objects or returning clamps after use.
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Mods and upgrades

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Switching to D'Addario EJ46 high tension strings significantly improved bass tones, though the guitar's top bent 1.5mm under the saddle.
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White glue visibility at the saddle ends indicates potential structural stress, possibly leading to the saddle popping up under high tension strings.
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3.5 out of 5

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michiel_jansen

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over 5 years ago

Full and rich tone

Mine is actually a Valenciana, built somewhere in the late 70's. A fairly cheap model back then, but the Alvarez strings I use make it sound warm and rich in tone. Can be quite loud too. Don't know much about the wood, but definitely not plywood!

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Kevin Parker

Singer, Guitarist

Tame Impala

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In this youtube video. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGoNLMJTa5M) Kevin is playing an acoustic verson of his song "On Track." He is seen using a Valencia CG160 classical guitar. This is the only seen footage of him using this instrument.

Calum Hood

Singer, Guitarist

5 Seconds Of Summer

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Calum can be seen playing this guitar during this cover since :39s, though the guitar can be seen during the entire video, which was published on April 7th, 2012.