Classical guitar has a different feel from the moment you pick one up. The wider neck, the nylon strings, the fingerstyle tradition — it is a world of its own, and the Yamaha GigMaker Classic is the right way to enter it. This complete package gives you everything you need to start learning classical guitar properly, from a brand that has been building instruments since 1887.

The Yamaha C40 classical guitar at the heart of this pack is one of the most trusted beginner classical guitars in the world. It has proper classical guitar specifications — a wider nut width for fingerstyle technique, nylon strings that are gentle on your fingertips, and a traditional body shape that produces warm, balanced tone. This is a real classical guitar, not a cheap imitation dressed up to look like one. You are learning on the right instrument from day one.

Classical guitar is played fingerstyle, meaning you use your fingernails or fingertips rather than a pick to pluck the strings. The nylon strings make this comfortable and accessible for beginners, and the wider neck gives your fingers the room they need to develop proper technique. Whether you are drawn to classical repertoire, flamenco, fingerpicking, or just want a gentler introduction to guitar, this pack is the right starting point.

Everything in the box:

• Yamaha C40 classical guitar with nylon strings
• Gig bag for protection and portability
• Guitar strap
• Digital tuner
• Instructional materials to get you started

Who this pack is really for

It is for the beginner who wants to learn classical or fingerstyle guitar properly from the start. It is for the parent whose child is taking classical guitar lessons and needs a quality instrument to practice on. It is for anyone who has been drawn to the sound of nylon strings and wants to explore that world without spending a fortune to get started.

Come see it at The Pied Piper or let us bring it to you:

We are The Pied Piper Music Store, located in New Albany, Ohio just outside of Columbus. Come in and we will show you this guitar in person, let you feel the nylon strings and the wider neck, and help you understand what makes classical guitar such a rewarding instrument to learn. If you cannot make it to the store, we ship anywhere in the continental United States so your musical journey can begin wherever you are.

This is the pack that starts you on the right path. Everything you need is right here.