Why This Guitar

Product Highlights

Compact 3/4 Size for Young Learners — The 3/4 scale and compact classical body are specifically designed to be manageable for younger players or anyone seeking a smaller instrument.
Renowned Yamaha Quality and Tone — The spruce top provides a clear, resonant voice, while the reliable construction ensures the guitar is a durable and inspiring partner for any developing musician.
Exceptional Playability — The combination of soft, easy-to-press nylon strings and a comfortable neck profile allows for smooth navigation of the rosewood fingerboard.
The Yamaha CS40 is a 3/4 size classical guitar designed specifically for young learners and new players.
Rosewood fingerboard material construction

Available Since: August, 2026
Item No.: 20500109
Local SKU: OS

Compact 3/4 Size for Young Learners

The 3/4 scale and compact classical body are specifically designed to be manageable for younger players or anyone seeking a smaller instrument. This thoughtful design ensures excellent playing comfort, reducing physical strain and making it easier to form chords and learn proper technique from the very beginning.

Renowned Yamaha Quality and Tone

Leveraging Yamaha's long history of fine instrument craftsmanship, the CS40 delivers a level of quality and tone that belies its price point. The spruce top provides a clear, resonant voice, while the reliable construction ensures the guitar is a durable and inspiring partner for any developing musician.

Exceptional Playability

The CS40 is engineered for an effortless playing experience. The combination of soft, easy-to-press nylon strings and a comfortable neck profile allows for smooth navigation of the rosewood fingerboard. This focus on playability helps keep practice sessions enjoyable and encourages faster skill progression.

BY THE NUMBERS

Technical Specifications

Hardware & Setup

Body & Build

Finish & Colour

Bridge TypeClassical Tie-Block

EssentialNo

Pickup ConfigurationNot applicable

Back MaterialMeranti

FinishGloss Body, Matte Neck

Pickup TypeNot applicable

Body ShapeClassical

ControlsNot applicable

CutawayYes

EssentialNo

Fingerboard MaterialRosewood

Guitar TypeNylon-String Classical Guitar

Neck MaterialNato

Number of Strings6

Scale Length580mm (22 13/16")

Side MaterialMeranti

Top MaterialSpruce

Instrument TypeClassical Guitar

Everything you receive

What's In The Box

Yamaha CS40 3/4 Size Classical Nylon-String Guitar for Beginners
Owner's Manual
Local Warranty Card

Expert answers

Questions & Answers

6 questions answered by aDawliah experts·avg response 2 hours

Yes, the Yamaha CS40 is specifically designed for young learners and beginners. Its 3/4 size and nylon strings provide excellent playing comfort, making the initial learning process easier and more enjoyable.

As a classical guitar, the CS40 is fitted with nylon strings. These are softer on the fingertips compared to the steel strings found on acoustic guitars, which is ideal for new players.

No, this is a 3/4 size guitar, which is smaller than a standard full-size classical guitar. This makes it perfectly proportioned for younger students or as a comfortable travel guitar for any player.

This is a purely acoustic instrument and does not come with any built-in electronics, pickups, or an output jack. To amplify it, you would need to use an external microphone.

It features a spruce top for clarity and projection, with meranti back and sides. The neck is made from nato, and the fingerboard and bridge are rosewood, a combination that delivers a warm, balanced tone.

The Yamaha CS40 does not include a case, gig bag, or any other accessories. These items, such as a tuner and case, would need to be purchased separately.

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