Yamaha C40II Full Size Classical Concert Guitar – Black
Meet Your Other Half – C40II
The Classical Guitar for Beginners
Didn’t everybody dream at some point of playing guitar or starting a band?
Time to make that dream a reality. Whether you have a band, or just play in front of a campfire and with your best friends at parties, with the C40II, that inner urge to play will never disappear.
Yamaha C40II is a perfect model for adult beginners, children or young people. A rich full sound is guaranteed, even with a few wrong first notes. There is a comfortable grip and nylon strings, also for younger players. Get ready to play!
Product Features:
- Perfect Beginner Guitar
- For Children and Young People, aged 11+
- Yamaha CG Shape
- Upper Body: Spruce
- Finish: Gloss
- Nylon Strings, comfortable feel also for children
Show your musical side
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Beginning Made SimpleWho says that learning to play guitar has to be difficult? The Yamaha C40II makes the first step to your guitar playing career as simple as possible. Yamaha guitars arrive ready to be played – it’s not even necessary to adjust the string height or neck angle! | Real CraftsmanshipYamaha Guitars stand for decades of modern, genuine craftsmanship made with the highest quality. It doesn’t matter whether it is a beginner or a professional model. The chrome mechanics of the C40II work with precision to create an undeniably gorgeous tone and atmosphere. | She‘s Got the LookYamaha guitars are designed with sound and playability first in mind. When it comes to designing instruments, we find beauty and a smart look don’t hurt. The spruce upper body of the C40II together with a professional glossy finish, makes it shine at home or on stage. |
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Yamaha has designed guitars since 1966. Yet have we ever slowed down or been stuck in the past? Not a chance! Whether it’s entirely new models, or small changes and improvements – innovation makes Yamaha first in the world of guitars!
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| Body Shape | Classical guitar | Classical guitar for kids | Western guitar | Western guitar | Guitalele |
| Level | Beginner | Beginner | Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced | Beginner | Intermediate, Advanced |
| Recommended Age | Aged 11+ | Ages 8-12 | Aged 12+ | Aged 11+ | Aged 12+ |
| Purpose | Practice Instrument | Practice Instrument | Practice Instrument for Guitar Players | Getting a Start in Electric Guitars | Fun |
| Strings | Nylon (Comfortable Fit for Children) | Nylon (Comfortable Fit for Children) | Steel | Steel | Nylon |
| Size | 4/4 | 3/4 | 4/4 | 4/4 | 1/4 |
| Neck Width | 52 mm | 48 mm | 43 mm | 41 mm | 47,5 mm |
| Colour | Natural, Natural Matt, Black | Natural | Natural, Black, Tobacco Brown Sunburst | Metallic Blue, Metallic Red, Black, Vintage White | Natural, Black, Tobacco Brown Sunburst, Persimmon Brown |
| Suitable for Hand Luggage | – | – | – | – | ✓ |
| Weight: | 1.5 kg |
| Size: | 4/4 |
| Dimensions: | 102 x 46 x 13 cm; 1.5 Kilograms |
| Model: | C40BLII |
| Colour: | Black |
| Colour: | Black |
| Origin: | Indonesia |
| Size: | 4/4 |
Beautifully made guitar and sounds awesome (in the right hands) still getting my mojo on but this is very forgiving.
For a relatively cheap guitar, this is an absolute great purchase.
I got into guitar when I was at my friend’s house and I loved playing theirs. But due to lockdown, I couldn’t really go over. I wanted to keep playing so I started looking on Amazon.
I knew that Yamaha was always a good brand, no matter what you are buying, and this guitar is no exception.
I bought this guitar as a beginner and I have never looked back at the purchase.
It has a great weight and the sound it produces is wonderful.
The guitar is a great choice not only for those like me, a complete beginner but also for those who are already great and want a classical guitar!
10/10 will definitely buy another guitar from Yamaha in the future!
Good guitar with a good sound. However, the coating of the 4 and 5 strings started to peel off after 10 days.
I would recommend this guitar.
Beautiful guitar for my beginner son, recommended by teacher for this particular model. I was delighted Amazon had it in stock and delivered so quickly! Well made and good sound quality for beginners. Good price, too.
Yet to try, but really please with the packaging and the quality of the guitar. No marks, shiny and all ready to play!
As usual from Yamaha, this is an all-round decent quality instrument. Looks, feels and sounds like a classical guitar. Perfect purchase for those in search of a reasonable price, playable instrument.
Nice basic guitar and value for money. Strings need to be tuned slightly every day, possibly cause they are new. I wish the strings were slightly closer to the fretboard though.
The only real issue was with the delivery and packaging. The box was just left outside the house on a random day with no updates. It was not expected to arrive the day it did. Plus there was no notification. Also the outer tape was opened. Plus there was no bubble wrap or something similar inside as protection.
Also dont settle for The strings IT comes with. Swap them as soon as possible as this guitar or any other will benefit from it greatly as all basic strings have just not got THE x Factor in them to put IT simply.
I really like this guitar. It’s well manifactured and produces a very good sound. It was my first guitar and I’m very happy with the purchase. The strings weren’t top quality ones though, eventually I had to change the D string (third one) after a few months. I bought some Daddario here on amazon and changing the string was quite straightforward.
Absolutely brilliant. Arrived well in time. Good packing. Nice glossy finish as described. Son absolutely liked it.
Really great guitar though
I only can say that I am very happy with my guitar. It has a super sweet sound, the strings are not very high like other guitars I have had and makes it easier to play it.
I expected something average, for the price, but it has surpassed all my expectations.
The size is ideal, at least for me. The color, beautiful and elegant.
Bought for son, who is an amateur musician. He says it is a great piece of ki
It came so quickly, I was very impressed! It looks even more beautiful in real life. The colour and shine is just magnificent! It is a very pretty guitar and it sounds amazing. I would definitely recommend this guitar!
This was my 10 yr old daughter’s first full size classical guitar after playing cheaper smaller models whilst she grew.
The design is plain as you would expect for a classical guitar, the body is beautifully made any the natural wood colour add a little variety from the more normal orangier models.
The tone is good as is the action. This is a really nice entry level “proper instrument” for those who want a nylon strung classical guitar.
Really great sound quality – my daughter is 11 and it fits her perfectly.
I absolutely love this guitar. My dad has played guitar for years and he recommended this one because apparently, it’s especially good if your starting to learn, and even my guitar teacher complimented my guitar saying it was a really good one it sounds beautifully and it’s really easy to tune.
Having spent a while searching for a budget Classical Guitar that didn’t sound or look too cheap I finally settled on the Yamaha C40II from the reviews I had seen. And what a purchase it has turned out to be!
The tone is warm and clear with an excellent sustain on each note. The guitar itself is very comfortable to play with the expected wide nut, nylon strings and spot-on action. The tuning machine gears are sufficient (what you expect for the price) although I can see myself replacing them in a year or so.
Overall I would say that this is a perfect entry level classical guitar, or even the go-to knockabout travel guitar for more advanced players. Very pleased with my purchase
For the money this is unbeatable (in the world of classical guitars).
Intonation might be a cent or two off lower on the neck but for the overall quality/price of the instrument I’m still stunned.
I was a bit worried as I know the standard C40 uses typically ‘better’ wood but I’m very happy with the sound and the assumed improvements to durability are worth it for the type of instrument I wanted.
One of THE best value for money guitars sounds and plays as a more expensive guitar, great quality. You will not be disappointed with this entry level guitar, you will be surprised.
Beautiful guitar, really striking in natural matt, however awfully out of tune when it arrives. For an absolute beginner, it can be tricky to tune it and be 100% sure the sound is just right.
I originally brought my daughter a cheaper guitar but it didnt sound great and she couldn’t perform the pieces she needed to. I did loads of research, reading reviews from different places, and eventually decided on this guitar.
It’s still a good price but sounds so much better! My daughter really enjoys playing it and her guitar teacher approves too!
You need wide hands and long fingers to navigate the neck of this instrument. I never knew there was a wide necked guitar about but hey ho, this beauty ticks that box. My first guitar, complete beginner here. I picked it because it’s pretty, lovely finish and reasonably priced. Other beginners guitars looked very small, fancied a normal sized one. It’s a wide necked classical guitar. Reviews state it’s very unforgiving, they’re not wrong! My partner is an experienced guitarist and he agrees. I struggle with my woman hands, easier to play a normal style guitar.
So impressed with del and quality. This was advertised as damaged but working fine ? IT IMMACULATE No damage Like NEW WOW So i got a bargain Thanks
his is a good looking guitar,unfortunately ihad to return it as it had a defect on the front and i couldnt feel happy with that. however i will purchase agai
Good value. This guitar is great to practice on and it ticks all the boxes as a decent but affordable guita
I have given 4 stars instead of 5 because although this is a good value guitar, the action is too high. On the low E string it’s at ~4.5mm on the one I received. The issue is at the bridge and the nut is low enough that if you adjusted the bridge down you would probably buzz on the low frets.
Very good guitar and very fast delivery. Ordered Saturday afternoon and received less than 24 hours later on Sunday morning. Looks good and sounds good.
I m 44 years old Parkinson’s diseases got so learning keep my happiness . So I’m enjoying i
Bought it as a gift for my husband. He was trilled. Good quality for price. Shiny, no tacky colour, looks quite expensive , perfect shape. Easy to tune using tunning app.
My guitar teacher recommended this guitar and I’m very happy with i
A wonderful guitar. I still have much to learn, but it is a pleasure to play and even look at. I highly recommend.
Excellent and well-informed delivery. Extremely well packaged. A superb instrument for my son’s classical guitar tuition.
This guitar, for the price is stunning.
I only live in a small studio flat and having five guitars made the place cluttered. Decided to have a clear out and buy one good guitar.
I’ve always loved nylon stringed guitars. It’s the warm tone that attacks me. This guitar doesn’t disappoint.
Lovely tone and finish for the price.
Love it!
More than good enough for a beginner, or an experienced player. Great quality and sound.
Best value for money ever. A quality instrument. You press the 12th fret and it isn’t out of tune at all. The sound is very very nice – strong and and satisfying. The finish on the neck will make you play faster. The lacquer on the black painted wood is superb. It’s like a black mirror, I’ve taken loads of beautiful photographs with this guitar (using it as a mirror). The thin lines on the edge of the finish and the tuning bolts are white, a fine contrast.
I can’t say how pleased I am buying this good looking and beautifully sounding guitar for just 120 quid.
Domo arigato, Yamaha!! You guys really rock.
Bought it for my other half as a birthday present. He thinks the sound is really lovely from this guitar and loves playing i
Daughter loves it. Bought it for her birthday as she needed to move up from her beginners guitar. Good quality
I bought it to my wife who is at entry/intermediate level. She loved it.
The sound is really nice.
his was a first guitar for an aspiring musician. its’ great. packaging was slightly damage on receipt, but guitar was perfect.
I love my new guitar. Received compliments from my instructor that it’s a nice guitar. as a beginner, I have nothing to complain…happy buyer..
I was very satisfied about everything with this guitar. Good sound and quality for its price.
its Yamaha c40 what else do you want one of the best for starter and more
This is a fantastic guitar for a beginner – very comfortable to play and frets are all perfectly tuned, although I had to lower the action a bit to suit myself. I am very pleased with it.
My child love it.He wants a black guitar and as soon as he received this guitar,he hasn’t putted down.He’s teacher confirms that is a really good guitar.Many thanks.
I LOVE THIS GUITAR. Out of all of them, she’s my favourite (yes my guitar is a she – get over it!) It has a wonderful sound, carries well. The tone is warm and rich – a very good guitar.
it sound’s and fills and looks good so I love i
Can not fit a guitar strap onto it. Otherwise good
Ernie Ball 2406 Ernesto Palla Classical Nylon strings and it sounded even better. If you are learning or just want a good budget classical guitar it’s super. The quality of the bulid is great, no buzzing on any of the frets, the action seems spot on to. Happy with the purchase.
The guitar arrived in a standard guitar box and was encased in some form of foam packaging wrap. It was in excellent condition with no scratches or anything of the like. The strings I assume are standard nylon strings and are fine for playing however I will change them to a better quality.
I have been playing guitar for many years now, I had an old cheap classical guitar a long time ago and have since been playing steel string guitars. I decided to purchase this guitar as I have become more interested in learning classical guitar pieces and find this guitar to be an excellent purchase.
Two years later and I still love this guitar. I just think its do nice to play and the sound just gets better..or maybe I’m getting better.
Great quality and sound. Bought it for my daughter who is a beginner. She loves it.
Beautiful warm resonation. I’m happily surprised by the quality of this product for the price and would say this both the novice and the expert would be pleased with this guitar.
My wife loves it so has to be good 🙂
Well made, affordable and looks good, sounds good too…when I play in tune…
At first I was affraid of buying a guitar without trying it out first, but this is an excellent guitar. Sound is balanced and you can get a lot from it. Definitely my recommendation for every beginner.
Smooth fretboard, lovely mellow sound, holds its tune well. Can’t stop playing this.
As a beginner I Really struggled with a full size steel string guitar so sold it and bought this instead – so glad I did as far easier to learn o
eccellent ive just bought alambra classical 400pounds not much difference
fantastic, my daughter was so happy with this present, thanks will purchase from yourselves agai
Beautiful sound. Lovely to play. All the good reviews I read about this guitar have proven to be true.
Well made, lovely tone!. Sounds and feels like guitar costing twice as much. Recommend!
perfect starter guitar, holds tune well and is easy to play.
lovely guitar its worth spending the extra 35 quid to get a better classical, This one has a much nicer tone to it and feel that those generic 50 quid jobs.
Excellent… Looked at reviews before purchase that were mainly good, and, have not been disappointed. Good mellow sound, keeps ‘in tune’ for long periods. I’m not a professional but very happy.
I had read the reviews about this guitar, but still surprised to find it was such a good instrument. Exceptional value for money and a delight practice on.
Love it! My old fat fingers have plenty of room on the fretboard . Beautiful mellow sound even when playing “Rock my Soul in the bosom of Abraham”
Excelent guitar for the price. By best buy so far.
Lovely instrument and is giving me hours of pleasure. Love the tones of the strings. Would definitely recommend this guitar.
Amazing Guitar! Sounds is fabulous and very easy to play…Delivered on time and as described. I am very happy with the purchase, great value for money! Definitely recommend it for beginners.
Bought for my son, who is a beginner. Great value and he really likes it To get started also buy a digital tuner for a fiver.
I can’t really praise this guitar highly enough, and for the price it’s a must have. It also has the advantage of having the Yamaha logo and name- easier to sell on later. I think I will keep this one though.
Update January 2015: I have just replaced the original strings with “D’Addario Pro-Arte Ej45 normal tension” The guitar sounds much better, they feel brighter and less muddy than the original ones. I play this guitar every day and I like it even more than when I bought it. It gets bashed around the house and whacked by a toddler quite a lot, and there are no ill effects on the guitar. I use it mostly for strumming with a pick, and for fingerstyle blues – it is quite convincing at that. If this guitar gets broken I will buy another one, no worries at all.
I am in love with this guitar, looks great and sounds great. The factory strings are poor quality and don’t last long-so be sure to have a spare set or two.
This guitar was recommended by my son’s guitar teacher, and it is very good quality for the money.
He is only 8 years old, and has no trouble at all playing this full size guitar.
Highly reccommended.
Lovely sounding guitar and easy to handle. Great value for money and a great first guitar for Anyone starting ou
The sound is good and I am satisfied with it but there is a problem which I think refers to the manufacturer, the forth string is broken on the place of second fret…
But as a whole it is a good guita
I was surprised by the quality of this guitar. It plays great, stays in tune, intonates very well. An ideal starter guitar in my view. Went for the natural finish which looks great and for some reason, is even cheaper than other finishes. A nice compact size perfect for a child.
The product was excellent, a really good tone, the delivery a nightmare I had to drive a 50 mile round trip to collect!
Purchased for my son as his first guitar, it was good value for money, delivered in a timely manner and an excellent guita
I highly recommend this guitar,easy to use,nice sound,great price,high quality,fast delivery.My daughter is very pleased wit this guitar she loves to play on i
The guitar is extremely light, but the sound is very good. It is a little hard to play, but you can better thus reducing the height of the strings.
Recommend too!
Unusual in black gloss (watch belt buckles), but a good starter/intermediate instrument as you would expect from Yamaha.
Very pleased.
awesome guitar!! just the right size, not 2 small not 2 big. Easy 2 tune and very strong. Great produc
Lovely sound & quality. Bought for my daughter. She is about to do her Grade 3 guitar her 3/4 guitar is now too small.
this guitar is brilliant, the action the sound the playability, it is now one of my favourites. If this little guitar was twice the price
you would still not be disappointed.
it is very good to start playing guitar as a beginner. it is handy and worthy for the price. But the only problem was the its post box. The post box was tear and wrapped with tape. Once I saw the box I thought the guitar is broken over delivery. when I opened it was completely safe and sound 🙂
def I would recommend this to a beginne