Pleyel P800CE Expression + Gigbag

Essential Information About the Pleyel Expression 800CE Electro Cutaway Classical Guitar + Gigbag

• Solid spruce top for a quick response, beautiful projection, and ideal dynamics for progressing.


• Cutaway designed to facilitate access to the high notes and increase comfort in upper positions.


• Pleyel preamp (provided by Korg) for easy amplification while retaining the typical warmth of nylon strings.


• Included padded waterproof gigbag for safely transporting the instrument daily.

The Expression Series: A Modern Classical, Between Study and "Pro" Requirements

With the Expression range, Pleyel targets guitarists who already have the basics and are looking for a more inspiring, stable, and refined instrument than an entry-level model. The 800CE positions itself as an "intermediate" classical guitar with a meticulous finish, designed to support steady progress with a modern playing feel. The addition of an electro version with the Pleyel preamp (provided by Korg) enhances its versatile nature, equally comfortable for home practice, rehearsals, or small stage performances.

For Which Guitarists and Styles Is the Pleyel Expression 800CE Made?

The Pleyel Expression 800CE is primarily aimed at intermediate-level guitarists (and demanding beginners) who want to gain comfort, precision, and consistent response. Its 4/4 size and cutaway make it an excellent partner for working on pieces with high passages, positions beyond the 12th fret, and more ambitious melodic lines.

Regarding repertoire, it naturally suits classical guitar and study (arpeggios, tremolo, polyphony), but also more contemporary approaches: variety, nylon fingerstyle, vocal accompaniment, gentle arrangements, and light percussive rhythms. The preamp facilitates integration into an amplified set, practical for playing with other instruments without "forcing" acoustically.

Balanced Sound: Solid Spruce and Warm Personality

The solid spruce top is a key feature of the 800CE: it promotes a clear attack, good definition, and dynamics sensitive to right-hand nuances. This helps to better highlight voices within chords and maintain clarity in arpeggios, a real plus for classical pieces as well as accompaniment.

The Macassar ebony back and sides provide a denser and more structured signature, with sustained bass and clear trebles. The result is a precise tonal balance and consistent response, suitable for practice sessions as well as home recording. Finally, the cutaway makes the instrument more accessible in the upper neck without changing your playing style: focus is on the music, not on physical constraint.

In amplification, the Pleyel preamp (provided by Korg) aims to preserve the nylon character: warmth, roundness, and articulation, while simplifying sound capture on stage and in rehearsals. It is a coherent solution for guitarists alternating between acoustic playing and amplified passages.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of this nylon-string classical guitar, you can consider a set of nylon strings with the gauge of your choice (depending on your right-hand feel and desired projection). A tuner (clip-on or pedal) and a guitar stand are perfect for the 4/4 size, to practice more often and protect the instrument daily. Since the padded waterproof gigbag is included, you are already equipped for transport.

Technical specifications

Category	Classical	Top	Solid Spruce
Format	4/4	Back&Sides	Macassar ebony
Left handed	No	Neck	Khaya
Cutaway	Yes	Nut Width	51 mm
Truss Rod	Double-action	Fingerboard	Black Brankowood
Strings	nylon	Cover/case	Padded Waterproof Gigbag
Nbr of strings	6

Size	4/4	Number of strings	6
Back & sides	Macassar ebony	Left-handed	no
Preamp	Pleyel (provided by Korg)	Case/bag	padded waterproof gigbag