Altamira N300 CE Classical Guitar

The Altamira N300CE combines the sound and touch of a nylon-string guitar with practical features for amplified playing. A solid cedar top gives it a warm acoustic foundation, while a curved cutaway provides access to notes higher on the fingerboard. The fitted Fishman EQ pickup makes it suitable for players who alternate between unamplified practice and using an acoustic amplifier or PA system.

Solid cedar top and nylon-string expression

The solid cedar soundboard responds to a light touch, making it useful for classical phrasing, fingerstyle arrangements and gentle accompaniment. The body uses laminated back and sides for practical durability. Altamira’s published materials contain conflicting wood-species descriptions for the back and sides, so we do not assign a precise species without confirming the particular instrument. The guitar has a gloss finish and a traditional acoustic voice.

Cutaway body and comfortable scale

The N300CE has a standard 650 mm scale, an African mahogany neck and Indian rosewood fingerboard. The curved cutaway helps players reach upper positions for melodic runs, contemporary pieces and extended chord voicings. Guitarists transitioning from steel strings will notice the different attack and string tension of nylon; allow time to adapt the right-hand touch.

Fishman amplification for the stage

An onboard Fishman EQ pickup system allows direct connection to compatible acoustic amplifiers and audio equipment. Begin with a balanced EQ and adjust it to the room, paying attention to speaker position and feedback. Verify the exact version of the Fishman preamp and its battery requirements on the supplied unit before selecting replacement power or spare parts.

Who is this guitar for?

The N300CE suits a guitarist who wants traditional nylon-string expression with practical amplified performance features. It can work well for classical, jazz, Latin and singer-songwriter arrangements. Barbad Musical Instruments can help compare nylon-string models, cables and suitable cases for delivery across the UAE.

Compare N300 CE with the N300 CT

The N300 CE uses a standard-depth nylon-string design with an upper-fret cutaway and Fishman EQ pickup system. The custom-order Altamira N300 CT also includes a Fishman pickup but has a thinner cutaway body. The exact electronics model and body depth for the CT configuration remain to be confirmed, so check the particular instrument before ordering.