3/4 size acoustic guitar wanted

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Permalink Reply by Mark Michaels 6 hours ago

I had the right one for you but sold it after it was clear my child wouldn't be taking up the instrument. You want to be looking for something with a scale length of around 22.75 - 24.5 inches.  Ideally something made of solid wood not laminate. 

There are a zillion junk ones out there and the issue is that the action is so high that the child is disincentivised to keep with the instrument.  So ask for pictures from the side showing the height of strings off of the fretboard if you buy online from a private seller. 

I am not in the nylon 3/4 market, so here is a generic AI response from Google AI re the best priced solid wood models:

Best Priced Solid Wood 3/4 Classical Guitars

Several manufacturers offer "solid top" (solid wood top with laminated back/sides) models in the 3/4 size range that provide a significant step up in sound quality over all-laminate instruments, often around the $200–$400 range: 

• Cordoba Cadete 3/4 (Best Overall Value): Features a 615mm scale length, solid Canadian cedar top, and mahogany back/sides. It is regarded as one of the best 3/4 size classicals, offering a very rich sound.
• Kremona S58C 3/4 (Best European Craftsmanship): Features a 580mm scale length with a solid American red cedar top and sapele back/sides. It is handmade in Europe.
• Admira Malaga 3/4 (Best Student/Solid Top): A Spanish-made guitar with a solid cedar top and sapele back/sides, considered a great upgrade for learners.
• Rodrigo 3/4 (Best Budget Solid Top): Known for being a high-value option with a solid cedar top and laminated sapele back/sides. 

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