Description
Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB Solid Spruce Top Cutaway Flamenco Acoustic-Electric Guitar, Black Matte Top + 12-Month Lessons is a full-size cutaway flamenco acoustic-electric guitar with a solid spruce top, sapele back and sides and a neck that joins the body at the 14th fret, with a GEWA ETC-4 preamp with 4-band EQ. The top has a black matte finish. It comes with 12 months of Rock Like The Pros online guitar lessons for all levels, including weekly live Zoom lessons.
About the photos: Photo 1 and the full front view show this CA-PM-SB black matte model. The back and detail photos show other Caballero Stage models, which share the same sapele back and sides, neck, hardware and preamp.
Specifications
| SKU | MR-CA-PM-SB |
|---|---|
| Series | Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez, Principio |
| Size | 4/4 (full size) |
| Top | Solid spruce |
| Back and sides | Sapele (sapelli mahogany) |
| Neck | Okoume with carbon reinforcement, joins the body at the 14th fret |
| Fingerboard | Ovangkol |
| Bridge | Ovangkol |
| Cutaway | Yes |
| Electronics | GEWA ETC-4 preamp with 4-band EQ |
| Rosette | Wooden mosaic |
| Binding | ABS with red decorative purfling |
| Nut and saddle | Bonoid |
| Tuners | Gold-plated, black buttons and shafts |
| Strings | Hannabach 600HT with carbon G3, made in Germany |
| Finish | Black matte top, open-pore matte |
| Made in | Europe |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E (standard) |
Measurements
| Scale length | 650 mm (25.59”) |
|---|
What is included
- 12-month Rock Like The Pros Premium membership: online guitar lessons for all levels, with video lessons, tabs, backing tracks and weekly live Zoom lessons
WARRANTY - Manuel Rodriguez Limited Warranty
Common questions
Is the Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB solid wood or laminate?
The Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB has a solid spruce top with sapele (sapelli mahogany) back and sides. Manuel Rodriguez does not list the back and sides as solid.
Does the Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB have a pickup?
Yes. The Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB has a GEWA ETC-4 preamp with 4-band EQ, so it plugs straight into an amp, PA or recording interface.
How is the Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB tuned?
The Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E (standard), like any classical guitar.
What is the difference between the Caballero Stage CA-PM-SB and the CA-PM-SE and CA-MM-S?
The Caballero Stage CA-PM-SE has a natural solid spruce top and a slim electric-style neck, the CA-MM-S has a solid mahogany top in a black burst finish, and the CA-PM-SB has a solid spruce top in black matte. All three have sapele back and sides, a cutaway and a GEWA ETC-4 preamp.
How do I claim the Rock Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Who is the Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB for?
The Caballero Stage by Manuel Rodriguez CA-PM-SB suits flamenco, rumba and nylon-string players who play on stage and want a cutaway guitar that joins the body at the 14th fret. Its solid spruce top gives a bright and clear sound with more warmth and volume than an all-laminate guitar. The built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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📸 NOTE ON PHOTOS
The photos show a representative example of this model. You will receive an instrument that matches the specs and quality shown — it may not be the exact piece pictured. Questions before ordering? We're happy to help.
