Ortega Tourplayer DLX NY LH
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Essential Information About the Ortega TourPlayer DLX NY Left-Handed Guitar
- 4/4 left-handed format designed for the stage, featuring a modern "thinline" ergonomic style and a cutaway for easy access to the higher frets.
- Rechargeable Ortega MagusX/G electronics with built-in tuner, ideal for amplified playing while preserving the nylon string character.
- Acacia top and solid chambered okoumé body with cutaways: comfort, feedback control, and strong presence.
- Ortega 12-hole bridge + included TourPlayer gig bag: stability, precise attack, and secure transport.
TourPlayer: Ortega's Vision of the Nylon String Stage Guitar
Founded in 1994, Ortega develops instruments blending traditional lutherie methods with German design approaches, with constant attention to innovation and quality control. The TourPlayer embodies this philosophy: a nylon-string guitar designed for live performance, retaining the warmth of nylon while adopting modern solutions (thin body, specific soundholes, integrated electronics) to meet the demands of the stage.
For Whom and Which Styles?
The Ortega TourPlayer DLX NY Left-Handed is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists (and motivated beginners) seeking a nylon electro-acoustic guitar designed for rehearsing, recording, and especially amplified playing. It is particularly suited to acoustic pop, Latin, fingerstyle, variety genres and stage contexts where playing comfort, stability, and sound monitoring control are essential.
Sound Characteristics
The acacia top delivers a lively response with present midrange and clear definition, while the solid chambered okoumé body enhances comfort and provides a more "controlled" behavior when amplified. The 12-hole bridge increases the break angle of the strings over the saddle, aiding in attack precision and sustain. The TourPlayer soundholes contribute to projection and the model's visual identity, and the MagusX/G electronics with built-in tuner ensures a coherent and usable sound on PA systems or amplifiers.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original performance, choose a set of Ortega NYP44H nylon strings (the same reference as the factory setup). The guitar comes with a TourPlayer gig bag, convenient for travel and daily protection.
Technical specifications
| Size | 4/4 |
| Type | electro-acoustic (nylon strings) |
| Top | acacia |
| Body | solid chambered okoumé with cutaways |
| Cutaway | yes |
| Soundholes | TourPlayer |
| Binding | flamed maple |
| Neck/body joint | at the 14th fret |
| Finish | glossy burst |
| Neck | okoumé |
| Profile | slim neck |
| Truss rod | 2-way, integrated |
| Scale length | 25.59" / 650 mm |
| Nut width | 48 mm / 1.89" |
| Radius (fingerboard radius) | 15" / 381 mm |
| Number of frets | 19 |
| Inlay | "moon" marker at the 12th fret |
| Fingerboard | Indian Laurel |
| Bridge | Indian Laurel, Ortega 12-hole design |
| Saddle | bone |
| Tuners | Ortega OTM-TP, classic 3x3 |
| System | Ortega MagusX/G |
| Tuner | built-in |
| Power supply | rechargeable |
| Orientation | left-handed |
| Number of strings | 6 |
| Tuning | standard E-A-D-G-B-E |
| Original strings | Ortega NYP44H |
| Included accessory | TourPlayer gig bag |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ortega Tourplayer DLX NY Left-Handed suitable for stage use?
Its hollowed solid okoumé body and TourPlayer soundholes are designed for controlled performance in amplified settings. The Ortega MagusX/G system includes a tuner and rechargeable power supply. The acacia top provides present mids and a defined attack.
What is the neck width of this left-handed nylon guitar?
The nut width is 48 mm, with a classic scale length of 650 mm. The thin okoumé neck has a laurel fingerboard with a 381 mm radius.
Is the upper fret access easy on this model?
A cutaway and a neck/body joint at the 14th fret facilitate access to the 19 frets.
What strings should be used on the Tourplayer DLX NY Left-Handed?
The original setup uses Ortega NYP44H nylon strings, tuned E-A-D-G-B-E. The same reference is recommended to maintain the manufacturer's intended playability.
Is a case included?
A TourPlayer gig bag is provided for transport and daily protection. The Ortega 12-hole bridge, made of laurel, helps with the break angle of the strings at the saddle.
