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The Academia series is the conservatory step: the tier where a committed student's technique starts demanding more than a starter instrument can give. The Manuel Rodriguez Academia 40-C, Cedar/Zebrano 4/4, Gloss, Armrest carries that lineage.
Spanish Construction
This model pairs a cedar top with zebrano back and sides. Cedar tops speak warm and immediate; spruce tops start brighter and grow for decades. Either way, the bracing, the Spanish heel tradition, and the hand-finished details are what four generations of one Madrid family consider non-negotiable.
Sound
The Spanish classical voice: singing trebles, warm basses, and the separation between voices that polyphonic repertoire depends on.
Playability
An integrated armrest bevel eases the right arm over the lower bout, a comfort feature usually reserved for luthier commissions. Classical string spacing, clean fretwork, and a setup meant for real technique.
At a Glance
| Brand | Manuel Rodriguez |
| Model / SKU | .501.180 |
| Category | Manuel Rodriguez |
| UPC | 4046662287928.0 |
Key Features
- Manuel Rodriguez ACADEMIA AC40-C
- Solid cedar top
- Back and sides Zebrano
- 4/4 size for children from ca. 14 years old and adults
- Mahogany neck Ovangkol fingerboard and bridge
- Genuine Spanish heel
- Ovangkol headstock rest
Who Is It For?
Built for classical students and advancing players who want traditional Spanish craftsmanship.
Need help choosing? Call 844-687-4208 or use the contact page and talk to a musician who plays for a living.