Manuel Rodriguez Estudio Cèdre Mat Set 1/2 Mat

An Estudio designed for beginning classical guitar players

The Manuel Rodriguez Estudio Cèdre Mat Set 1/2 is part of a range dedicated to learning classical guitar. This version combines a small-format instrument with the essential accessories for tuning and carrying it. It is a practical package for starting lessons without having to choose each item of a first setup separately.

The 1/2 size is the central feature here: this is not a travel guitar intended to systematically replace a full-size instrument, but an instrument to be chosen according to the musician's build. Its natural appearance, chrome tuning machines and matte finishing give it a discreet look, suitable for everyday use at home or at music school.

A 1/2 size for learning with an appropriate posture

This classical guitar for beginners is primarily intended for children for whom a larger size would still be cumbersome. The choice should nevertheless be based on stature, arm length and comfort in playing position, rather than age alone. A trial or the teacher's advice can help verify that the left hand naturally reaches the first positions.

It is suitable for practicing notes, simple chords, arpeggios and early classical pieces. Its acoustic range is also well suited to nursery rhymes, popular melodies and song accompaniment. For a student, having a properly proportioned instrument makes it easier to focus on consistent technique, finger placement and listening, without constantly compensating for an overly large body.

Cedar for a warm and expressive response

The cedar top defines this Estudio's tonal character. This wood is appreciated on classical guitars for its warmth and sensitive response to a light attack. It encourages nuanced fingerstyle playing, with a soft color that works well for melodic exercises and arpeggios. As the top's solid or laminated construction is not specified, it should not be assumed.

The okoumé back and sides complete this construction. The final result depends on the overall craftsmanship, the strings and the guitarist's technique: the wood alone does not determine either projection or sustain. The 1/2 size primarily prioritizes physical accessibility; its acoustic headroom should therefore not be equated with that of a full-size classical guitar.

The key and bridge are made of Blackwood Tek. The key accommodates the work of the left hand, while the bridge transfers the strings' vibrations to the top. The open-pore matte finishing provides a less glossy touch than a polished varnish and highlights the instrument's natural appearance. No amplification system is specified: this guitar is intended for acoustic playing.

Recommended compatible accessories

The set already includes a GEWA " Cliptuner " clip-on tuner and a case matching the guitar: these two accessories cover the essential requirements for getting started. The tuner helps develop the habit of checking tuning before each session. For routine care of the matte finishing, a soft, dry cloth is sufficient to remove surface marks, without using a polishing product.

Technical specifications

Format	1/2	Back&Sides	Okoumé
Left handed	No	Fingerboard	Blackwood
Cutaway	No	Neck Type	Glued
Special feature	Kid	Electroacoustic	No
Strings	nylon	Color	Natural
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Matt
Top	Cedar	Hardware	Chromed

Type	acoustic classical guitar.	Tuners	chrome-plated.
Back	okoumé.	Set	Manuel Rodriguez Estudio Cèdre Mat Set 1/2.
Sides	okoumé.	Guitar included	MR500.116 model.
Bindings	ABS.	Case included	matching brown, with MR logo.
Neck	okoumé.	Case padding thickness	5 mm / 0.20 inch.
Key	Blackwood Tek.	Tuner included	GEWA "Cliptuner" clip-on tuner.
Range clarification	the dual-action truss rod is specified for sizes 7/8 and 4/4, not for this 1/2 version.	Packaging	set in printed cardboard packaging.
Bridge	Blackwood Tek.