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Microguitar®

Name: Microguitar®
Brand: Aquila Corde Armoniche
SKU: MCG14
Price: 231.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

A Small Instrument with a Big Sound: the Microguitar

The Microguitar is the perfect solution for musicians looking for a compact, lightweight, and portable guitar without compromising on sound quality. Thanks to its innovative strings, made from high-efficiency materials, this instrument delivers a rich and full sound, comparable to a standard guitar. Designed with an optimized vibrating length and eco-friendly materials, the Microguitar ensures comfort and excellent performance for both beginners and seasoned guitarists. A blend of technology and design that redefines portable guitars.

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€231.80

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The ultimate sound quality in a short scale!

Microguitar® is the most complete model, designed to deliver the best possible sound without compromise. Ideal for professional musicians and demanding enthusiasts, it combines refined design, selected woods, and special strings to achieve an exceptional sound result. Thanks to its innovative construction, Microguitar® represents the pinnacle of short-scale instruments, offering a rich and defined sound that rivals a full-size guitar.

	Microguitar®	Guitalele	1/4 Guitar
String Type	Special material strings Guitar tuning EADGBE	Nylon Tuning (shifted by a fourth)	Nylon Guitar tuning EADGBE
Scale Length	433 mm (17")	433 mm (17")	480 mm (19")
Sound	✓ More similar to a guitar	✕ More similar to a ukulele	✕ Sound with low volume
Volume	✓Like a standard instrument	✕Limited	✕Limited
Guitar Repertoire Compatibility	✓Total	✕Limited	✓Total
Durability	✓Resistant plastic back	✕Wooden soundboard	✕Wooden soundboard

Designed by Mimmo Peruffo

The Microguitar® is the result of research by Mimmo Peruffo, a renowned expert and owner of Aquila Corde Armoniche. Building on the development of innovative strings, Peruffo shaped an instrument that enhances the sound of a classical guitar while reducing its size, offering a perfect solution for musicians on the move.

The Guitar Revolution

Discover the Microguitar®, an innovative instrument that combines compact dimensions with professional performance. Perfect for traveling musicians or anyone looking for authentic sound without compromise.

No Compromises

The Microguitar® is the first short-scale guitar to deliver the same performance as a standard guitar, making it ideal for travelers.

Innovative Strings

Tuned like a classical guitar, the Microguitar® provides an authentic musical experience in a compact format.

Durable Materials

Designed for use anywhere, the Microguitar® is robust and easy to transport.

Accessible Quality

Professional performance at a competitive price.

Is it a Guitalele or a Guilele?

No, despite the similarities, it isn’t. The main difference lies in the tuning, which is identical to a six-string classical guitar. Additionally, we’ve introduced innovative design features to amplify acoustic volume and enhance low-frequency response, making it a perfect replica of a classical guitar. However, it can be tuned to A or high E using a specific string set like our 187C.

Why hasn’t anyone else miniaturized a classical guitar like you have?

Think back to the 1950s, when the transistor revolutionized radios by making them portable. Similarly, our "transistor" is represented by the innovative bioplastic strings we call ‘Sugar,’ exclusive to our production.
This unique bioplastic, loaded with micronized iron, delivers superior performance compared to traditional Fluorocarbon strings: up to 24% more sustain and an 18% increase in sound power. Thanks to this cutting-edge technology, we’ve made it possible to miniaturize a classical guitar while maintaining its tonal characteristics.

Are all the strings made of Sugar?

No, the six strings are specifically designed with unique materials and constructions to ensure uniform tone and balanced acoustic volume.

First and second strings: made of Sugar enriched with iron powder (with a higher amount on the second string).
Third string: a multifilament wrapped in thin stainless steel, designed to act as a "sonic bridge" between the second and fourth strings, offering durability and strength.
Fourth, fifth, and sixth strings: made of copper coated with a red varnish to reduce touch noise and prevent metal allergies.
Sixth string: uses aerospace-grade multifilament fibers for superior acoustic efficiency compared to traditional materials.

The goal is perfect tonal harmony, avoiding excessive brilliance that could unbalance the overall sound.

What materials and construction choices set this instrument apart?

The solid cedar top ensures the warm, rich tone of a classical guitar, with particular emphasis on low frequencies. The neck and bridge are made of mahogany, while the fretboard and headstock finishing are in walnut, avoiding expensive or rare tropical woods.
The black embossed ABS body, similar to an ‘Ovation’ style, is a sustainable choice that reduces wood consumption, lowers costs, and enhances both acoustic volume and low-frequency resonance. In the future, we plan to replace ABS with a bioplastic.

Additional distinctive features include:

A neck width similar to that of a classical guitar for greater familiarity.
Neck joint at the 14th fret (instead of the 12th), offering more versatility and an elegant design.

Why Aren't They Amplified?

Our instruments are designed to offer an extraordinary acoustic volume, eliminating the need for a built-in amplification system. Adding a pickup or preamp would have resulted in a cost increase and would have altered the purely acoustic nature of the instrument. Our priority is to ensure a pure and natural sound experience, maintaining the excellent balance between playability and tonal quality. However, if you wish to amplify the instrument, you can always rely on a trusted luthier for the installation of a suitable system.

Why did you choose that bridge attachment system?

Our innovative bridge attachment system meets two needs: functionality and design. Thanks to this solution, all six strings transfer tension directly to the soundboard, reducing stress on a compact bridge. Additionally, this approach provides a distinctive aesthetic that makes our instrument unique.

Total Length: 680 mm (26.77 inches)
Scale Length: 430 mm (16.93 inches)
Body Length: 300 mm (11.81 inches)
Depth: 120 mm (4.72 inches)
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 45 mm (1.77 inches)
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 55 mm (2.17 inches)
Frets: 18
Top Material: Cedar
Top Finish: Matte
Back Material: ABS Plastic
Neck Material: Okoumé
Nut and Saddle Material: Bone
Fingerboard Material: Walnut
Strings: Red series Microguitar® cod. 187C

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