Manuel Rodriguez Estudio Cèdre Mat Set 3/4 Mat

An Estudio Set Designed for Learning

The Manuel Rodriguez Estudio Cèdre Mat Set 3/4 offers a simple approach to classical guitar: a reduced-size instrument accompanied by the essential accessories for tuning and transport. Within the Estudio range, this configuration focuses on the everyday needs of students, both at home and in music lessons.

The set includes an MR500.126 guitar, a matching case with the MR logo and a GEWA clip-on tuner, all presented in a printed box. This package eliminates the need to purchase the first essential accessories separately. The natural finishing highlights the wood without a glossy effect, with a matte appearance that reflects the understated spirit of this student instrument.

A 3/4 Classical Guitar for Finding Your Bearings

This model is primarily intended for beginner guitarists, especially children for whom a full-size 4/4 guitar would be too cumbersome. The 3/4 size makes it easier to handle a smaller instrument, but the choice should still be based on the player’s build: the position of the right arm and access to the first frets matter more than age alone.

It supports work on chords, arpeggios and melodies, as well as the first finger-independence exercises. Its classical guitar character suits educational repertoire, accessible classical pieces and song accompaniment. It can also be used to explore arrangements of traditional music or contemporary pieces played fingerstyle.

The included tuner helps establish a good habit from the outset: checking the tuning before every practice session. The case makes it easier to travel between home and lessons. With its 5 mm / 0.20-inch padding, it provides lightweight protection for everyday transport, but does not replace the necessary precautions against impacts and significant temperature fluctuations.

Cedar for a Warm Response to Fingerstyle Playing

The cedar top defines this classical guitar’s tonal character. This wood is valued for its warmth and responsiveness under a light attack, two qualities that are useful for discovering nuance without having to play the strings forcefully. It encourages attentive listening to the touch, which is helpful when learning to balance a melody and its accompaniment.

The okoumé back and sides complete this construction. The sound depends on the instrument as a whole, not solely on the woods used: the top, body volume and setup all contribute to balance, projection and sustain. Here, the 3/4 size prioritizes playability; it should not be expected to deliver the same low-end fullness as a larger body.

The key and bridge are made from Blackwood Tek. The bridge transfers the strings’ vibrations to the top, while the key provides the playing surface for the left hand. The matte, open-pore finishing creates a natural feel when touching the instrument. This acoustic guitar focuses on direct sound, with no electronics mentioned among its features.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

For beginners, use the included GEWA clip-on tuner and matching case: having both in the set avoids an additional purchase for these two essential purposes. A guitarist’s footstool can complete the setup for practicing in the classical position, helping to raise the leg that supports the instrument. Its usefulness will nevertheless depend on the posture adopted with the teacher.

Technical specifications

Format	3/4	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.	Important note regarding the series	the dual-action truss rod is specified for the 7/8 and 4/4 sizes, and not for this 3/4 version.
Series	Estudio.	Bridge	Blackwood Tek.
Size	3/4.	Tuning machines	chrome.
Back	okoumé.	Guitar included in the set	MR500.126.
Sides	okoumé.	Gig bag included	matching brown, with MR logo.
Binding	ABS.	Gig bag padding thickness	5 mm / 0.20 inch.
Neck	okoumé.	Tuner included	GEWA clip-on tuner.
Key	Blackwood Tek.	Set presentation	printed cardboard box.