Yamaha CG182SF

I have been playing classical as a hobby for 20+ years. I got this as a 'round the house' guitar, for practice and doodling. Unlike the concert guitar, this lives on the stand for whenever moments. It's a brilliant piece of kit and, as far as I am concerned, a real fun instrument to play. Stick a capo on it and, wow, so much bounce. Totally recommend for beginners as the action is low. Very much recommended for those who practice for an hour or two daily as the low action will help build hand muscles quickly, reduce fatigue and allow you to practice for that little bit longer. AND it looks great as a piece of furniture!
No real cons given the price. It is not a concert instrument, but could be used for a pub/coffee shop or weddings - if you are more of a strummer type. As a flamenco, well.... its well made and will take a beating. I imagine given the solid price top that this instrument all develop a bit of personality as it ages. Totally recommend this guitar.

In time I am sure that the sound will open but I am afraid the sound wasn't this bright resonance I was hoping to get.
I was sad to send it back to Thomann, it was a very easy and balanced harmonically, a guitar easy to play on and very enjoyable. the string that come with it are to be changed very quickly, they are of poor quality.
The varnish is mat which helps with sound but I can imagine the guitar easily marking. Mine arrived with a minor mark. Didn't affect my pleasure or the sound.
I would recommend it for an all rounder, not a flamenco specific.
Still a great guitar

I have been playing guitar for almost 16 years now, many different styles in fact ranging from death metal to blues, even classical at some point. I have recently developed an interest into flamenco and was looking for a beginners guitar, for a while I was between the Cordoba F7 and Yamaha CG182SF. As I already own three other Yamaha's I have chosen Yamaha again as expected and what a fantastic choice this was. This guitar absolutely amazing and great fun to play. The action is a little bit high for my taste but it's not too difficult to sand down the saddle a little bit. If you're looking for a beginners flamenco guitar, I would definitely recommend this one.