Godin Motif — Compact-Body, Full-Scale Classical Guitar
The Godin Motif uses a compact, parlor-inspired body without shortening the playing scale. Although its body can look like a three-quarter-size instrument, Godin specifies a full 25.66-inch (651.8 mm) scale and a classical 2-inch (50.8 mm) nut. It is therefore worth checking hand reach and playing position rather than treating the smaller body as a child-size guitar.
Manufacturer-listed specifications
| Model | Godin Motif, natural finish; SKU 049738 |
|---|---|
| Body | Compact parlor-inspired classical-guitar shape |
| Top | Solid cedar |
| Back and sides | Canadian wild cherry |
| Neck / fingerboard | Mahogany / rosewood |
| Scale length | 25.66 inches (651.8 mm) |
| Nut width | 2 inches (50.8 mm), Graphtech nut |
| Radius / frets | 24-inch fingerboard radius / 19 frets |
| Bridge / tuners | Rosewood / 14:1 tuning machine ratio |
| Finish / strings | Natural semi-gloss / HTC nylon |
How to choose between Motif and other Godin nylon-strings
The Motif and Godin Étude use a similar full-scale classical playing format, but the Étude has a full-size body. The Godin Presentation also has a conventional full-size body and different back-and-side wood. Players planning amplified performances should compare pickup-equipped guitars rather than assume the standard Motif has onboard electronics; browse electro-classical guitar options.
Fit, package and ordering checks
A more compact guitar body can help with instrument positioning, but the full-scale neck and 50.8 mm nut still need to suit the player. Confirm the exact finish, case or bag inclusion, current price and stock, setup and delivery arrangements with Barbad before ordering. Electronics are available on a separate Godin Motif QIT version; this listing does not identify itself as the QIT model.
Strings and playing feel
The standard Motif is a nylon-string guitar; Godin specifies its HTC nylon set in first-to-sixth gauges of .0285 / .0327 / .0410 / .030 / .036 / .044. Its compact body can improve positioning for some players, but the full 651.8 mm scale and 50.8 mm nut keep the reach and string spacing closer to a full-size classical instrument than to a short-scale student guitar. Do not fit steel acoustic-guitar strings.
Questions about the Motif
Is this a three-quarter-size guitar?
No. The smaller body can suggest a 3/4 instrument at first glance, but the standard Motif has a full classical scale length and nut width. Check the player’s reach, not just the body size.
Does this listing include the optional Godin QIT electronics?
The official Motif documentation lists QIT as a separate option, not a universal standard feature. This Barbad listing does not identify the instrument as Motif QIT; request confirmation if onboard amplification is required.
Source: official Godin Motif specifications. See also our classical-guitar collection.
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