Classical vs acoustic guitar. What is the difference?

The main difference is the use of nylon strings instead of steel strings. This changes the sound and feel. It also means that classical guitars do not require a truss rod within the neck for strength. Classical guitars tend to have flatter fingerboards and can have slightly thicker necks.

Can you play a classical guitar like an acoustic?

There is certainly no rule to say that you can't! Since they both have 6 strings and are traditionally in the same standard tuning, you can play acoustic songs on a classical guitar. It will sound a bit different due to the nylon strings but some may actually prefer that sound.

Can you use acoustic strings on a classical guitar?

No, we would strongly advise against the use of steel strings on a classical / nylon string guitar. Since classical guitars do not have a truss rod inside their necks like steel string guitars do, steel strings are not suitable. The added tension could easily damage the guitar's neck permanently and beyond repair.

Are all nylon string guitars classical?

The use of nylon strings is a defining feature of the classical guitar. These strings gives it a distinctive sound and feel that sets it apart from the modern acoustic guitar. You can get nylon string guitars with electric capabilities but these are still generally considered to be a form of classical guitar.

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EastCoast C1-34 3/4 Size Classical Satin Natural

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Valencia 3/4 Narrow Neck Classical VC203H

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Yamaha CGS102AII 1/2 Classical Guitar

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£115.00 £160.00

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EastCoast C1-44 Full Size Classical Satin Natural

£99.00

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Yamaha CG122MC Classical Cedar

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£399.00 £429.00

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Taylor Academy 12e-N Grand Concert

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Yamaha C40 Classical Black

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£129.00 £149.00

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EastCoast C1-12 1/2 Size Classical Satin Natural

£79.00

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EastCoast C1SE-44 Full Size Classical Solid Top With Pickup Satin Natural

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Cordoba Stage Natural Amber Hybrid Classical Guitar

£599.00 £619.00

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EastCoast C1S-44 Full Size Classical Solid Top Satin Natural

£119.00 £149.00

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Alvarez Artist Series AC65HCE Hybrid Classical

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Yamaha CG122MS Classical Spruce

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£279.00 £367.00

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£399.00 £469.00

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Alvarez Artist Series AC65CE Classical

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Cordoba C7 Cedar

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Alvarez Artist Series AC65 Classical

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£299.00

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Yamaha NTX3NT Natural

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Cordoba C5-CE with Fishman

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Ibanez FRH10N Brown Sunburst Flat

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Yamaha CX40II Classical

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Cordoba C9 Crossover Cedar Slim Neck

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Ibanez FRH10N Natural Flat

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Cordoba Mini-II CE Mahogany

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Yamaha NCX3C Red Cedar

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Yamaha SLG200NII Silent Guitar Nylon Natural

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EastCoast C1-34 3/4 Size Classical Satin Natural

Valencia 3/4 Narrow Neck Classical VC203H

Yamaha CGS102AII 1/2 Classical Guitar

EastCoast C1-44 Full Size Classical Satin Natural

Yamaha CG122MC Classical Cedar

Yamaha NTX1NT Natural

Taylor Academy 12e-N Grand Concert

Yamaha C40 Classical Black

EastCoast C1-12 1/2 Size Classical Satin Natural

EastCoast C1SE-44 Full Size Classical Solid Top With Pickup Satin Natural

Cordoba Stage Natural Amber Hybrid Classical Guitar

EastCoast C1S-44 Full Size Classical Solid Top Satin Natural

Alvarez Artist Series AC65HCE Hybrid Classical

Yamaha CG122MS Classical Spruce

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Alvarez Artist Series AC65CE Classical

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Alvarez Artist Series AC65 Classical

EastCoast guitarguitar Acoustic Pack 3/4 Size

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Cordoba C9 Cedar

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Ibanez FRH10N Natural Flat

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Yamaha C40MII Matte

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