Alhambra Conservatory 5P + 9738 25mm Gigbag

The 5P Series: the "Conservatory" Step Above the 4P

Within the Alhambra range, the 5 P is positioned as a direct evolution of the 4 P: the body is designed to gain robustness while maintaining the brand's spirit, with meticulous finishing and wood choices focused on musicality. Notably, it features an ebony fingerboard, higher quality tuners, and construction aimed at providing a comfortable, responsive guitar capable of supporting a musician long-term, both in practice and on stage (acoustic).

Who Is This Alhambra 5 P For?

This full-size classical guitar (4/4) is intended for demanding beginners, intermediate guitarists, and conservatory students seeking a reliable, balanced, and inspiring daily instrument. It is particularly suited for the classical repertoire (studies, arpeggios, tremolo), but also for styles requiring dynamic range and roundness: Latin music, fingerstyle melodies, or delicate chord accompaniment. Its ergonomics emphasize ease of play, especially for developing right-hand precision and intonation across the entire fingerboard.

Sound Characteristics

The solid red cedar top delivers a soft and immediate attack, with a very pleasant "response" sensation even at the slightest touch: ideal for highlighting nuances and achieving a full sound without effort. The Indian rosewood back and sides enhance bass depth, harmonic richness, and note sustain, while maintaining clear definition in the midrange. The lutherie features a seven-bar bracing design (with reinforcements in the lower section), engineered to combine lightness, strength, and projection, resulting in a warm and balanced tone across the entire neck. Finally, the use of melamine for the nut and saddle promotes efficient vibration transmission, contributing to a consistent and melodious tone, even in higher positions.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the best out of this guitar, you can pair it with a nylon string set for classical guitar 4/4 (normal or high tension depending on your touch), as well as a guitar stand for safe storage at home. The included Alhambra 9738 gig bag is ideal for travel and lessons.

Technical specifications

Format	4/4	Fingerboard	Ebony
Left handed	No	Neck Type	Glued
Cutaway	No	Electroacoustic	No
Strings	nylon	Color	Natural
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Glossy
Top	Cedar	Hardware	Gold
Back&Sides	East Indian rosewood

Back and sides	Indian rosewood	Tuners	gold-plated
Bracing	seven-bar design (with reinforcements in the lower section)	Nut and saddle	melamine
Neck	mahogany reinforced with ebony	Finish	varnish (four coats)
Scale length	650 mm / 25.6"	Included gig bag	Alhambra 9738 (light brown color, 25 mm / 0.98" padding, three pockets, handle and straps, neck protection cushion)
Nut width	52 mm / 2.05"