Ortega 4-4 R131 Solid Cedar Slim Neck Burgundy

Ortega: Tradition of Classical Guitar and Modern Design

Founded in 1994, Ortega develops guitars designed with German engineering principles while relying on authentic manufacturing methods. The brand stands out for its real concern for consistency (multiple-stage inspections) and for technical choices rarely seen at this level, such as the 12-hole bridge offered as standard on a large part of the classical range.

Who is the Ortega R131SN Slim Neck for?

The R131SN is particularly suited for beginners and intermediate players who want a pleasant classical guitar for everyday use, with a slimmer and more accessible neck. It is very well suited for the classical repertoire, bossa nova, nylon fingerstyle, and accompaniment in pop music, thanks to its soft touch and dynamic response.

Sound

The solid red cedar top gives the guitar an easy attack and a "ready-to-play" sound feel from the very first notes, with beautiful warmth and rich harmonics. The mahogany back and sides enhance the overall balance, emphasizing singing midrange and consistent projection, ideal for study as well as home playing. The solid cedar and mahogany combination offers an expressive character, perfect for fingerstyle playing and dynamics.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The guitar comes with a padded deluxe gig bag, convenient for transport and storage. Since D'Addario strings are installed from the factory, you can keep the same string reference when replacing them to maintain a similar feel and balance.

Technical specifications

Model	R131SN	Truss rod	double action
Type	classical guitar	Fretboard	sonokelin
Top	solid Canadian red cedar	Bridge	sonokelin
Back and sides	mahogany	Bridge type	12-hole
Profile	Slim Neck	Strings	D'Addario
Neck wood	mahogany	Included accessory	padded deluxe gig bag
Nut width	48 mm / 1.89"	Finish/color	transparent burgundy