The Yamaha C40 is a full size classical guitar. A modest budget no longer means putting up with a second-rate guitar, as the Yamaha C40II ably demonstrates. Spruce top, mahogany-like meranti backs and sides and real rosewood fingerboards and bridges ensure that this guitar is blessed with a quality of tone and playability that belies its affordable price tag. The C40 might be one of Yamaha's most inexpensive full-size classical models, but its quality and tone are outstanding. A real bargain for beginners.