Description

The Admira Flamenco Artesania is a traditional Spanish-style nylon-string guitar designed around the fast response, clear attack and lively feel associated with flamenco playing.

Its mahogany neck provides a solid foundation for the traditional wide-neck nylon-string format, while the lightweight flamenco-style construction makes this an appealing choice for rasgueado, fingerstyle work, rhythmic accompaniment and Spanish guitar techniques.

This pre-owned example is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining a well-presented player's instrument.

No case or gigbag is included.

At A Glance

Detail Specification
Brand Admira
Model Flamenco Artesania
Type Flamenco / Nylon-String Guitar
Neck Mahogany
String Type Nylon
Condition Pre-Owned, Very Good
Electronics None
Included Guitar Only – No Case
Main Appeal Traditional flamenco-style response and Spanish guitar feel
Best For Flamenco, Spanish guitar, classical crossover and fingerstyle

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This Admira Flamenco Artesania is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional and suitable for regular playing.

What's Included?

✔ Admira Flamenco Artesania Guitar

No Case Included
No Gigbag Included
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

  • Very Good overall condition
  • Cosmetic signs of previous use consistent with careful ownership
  • Mahogany neck
  • Traditional nylon-string construction
  • No case or gigbag included

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Admira has been assessed for general condition and playability.

Checks include:

  • Neck condition
  • Fingerboard condition
  • Frets
  • Nut
  • Saddle
  • Bridge
  • Tuning machines
  • Body condition
  • Structural condition
  • Action
  • General playability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for general setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

  • Action
  • Neck relief
  • Fret condition
  • Nut condition
  • Saddle condition
  • Bridge condition
  • Tuning stability
  • General playing feel

Nylon-string guitars naturally respond to temperature and humidity changes, so minor setup movement can occur during storage and transportation.

What Makes The Admira Flamenco Artesania Special?

Admira has a long association with Spanish classical and flamenco-style guitars, and the Flamenco Artesania sits within that tradition rather than simply being a conventional steel-string acoustic fitted with nylon strings.

Flamenco instruments are generally designed around a quick attack, strong note definition and immediate dynamic response, allowing rhythmic techniques such as rasgueado and golpe-style playing to remain articulate while still working for melodic passages and traditional fingerstyle technique.

Mahogany Neck

This example is confirmed with a mahogany neck.

Mahogany is widely used for guitar neck construction thanks to its useful combination of stability, moderate weight and warm tonal character.

On a nylon-string instrument, the wider neck profile also provides the string separation required for detailed fingerstyle and flamenco technique.

Traditional Nylon-String Format

The Flamenco Artesania uses nylon strings rather than steel.

Compared with a steel-string acoustic, this provides:

  • Lower string tension
  • Softer feel beneath the fingers
  • Wider string spacing
  • Warmer fundamental tone
  • Excellent response to fingerstyle technique
  • Traditional Spanish guitar character

Flamenco Playing Response

A flamenco-oriented guitar places particular emphasis on speed and immediacy.

The format works especially well for techniques including:

  • Rasgueado
  • Picado
  • Arpeggios
  • Tremolo
  • Golpe
  • Fast chord changes
  • Rhythmic accompaniment
  • Melodic Spanish guitar playing

Its tonal character can also work extremely well outside strict traditional flamenco.

Who Is It For?

Flamenco players – Designed around the attack and responsiveness needed for traditional techniques.

Classical guitarists exploring flamenco – A useful way to experience a more rhythmically focused nylon-string response.

Fingerstyle musicians – Wide nylon-string spacing works particularly well for independent picking-hand technique.

Spanish guitar enthusiasts – Ideal for traditional repertoire and Latin-influenced acoustic styles.

Steel-string or electric players wanting a nylon-string instrument – Provides a distinctly different playing feel and tonal palette.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

  • Flamenco
  • Spanish guitar
  • Classical crossover
  • Latin
  • Fingerstyle
  • Bossa nova
  • Folk
  • Acoustic accompaniment
  • Solo guitar
  • Home practice
  • Lessons
  • Recording

Flamenco Guitar vs Classical Guitar

Flamenco and classical guitars share the same broad nylon-string family, but they are typically voiced and set up with different priorities.

A traditional classical guitar generally aims for:

  • Sustained notes
  • Rounded projection
  • Rich harmonic depth
  • Balanced response

A flamenco-oriented guitar generally prioritises:

  • Faster attack
  • Quicker note decay
  • Percussive response
  • Strong rhythmic clarity
  • Lower-feeling action

The result is an instrument particularly well suited to energetic right-hand techniques and rhythmic playing.

Why Choose A Nylon-String Guitar?

A nylon-string instrument offers a fundamentally different experience from a conventional electric or steel-string acoustic.

The lower string tension creates a softer feel, while the increased spacing gives the picking hand more room for detailed independent movement.

The warm attack can also provide an excellent contrast in studio recordings or acoustic arrangements where a steel-string instrument might sound too bright.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Product Type Flamenco / Nylon-String Acoustic Guitar
Brand Admira
Model Flamenco Artesania
Body Style Traditional Spanish / Flamenco
Neck Material Mahogany
String Type Nylon
Electronics None
Case None
Condition Pre-Owned, Very Good

Specification Identification Note

Admira has produced several Flamenco and Artesanía-series guitars over different production periods, with specifications changing between models and generations.

Documented examples include differing:

  • Top woods
  • Back and side woods
  • Fingerboard materials
  • Neck reinforcement
  • Hardware
  • Decorative appointments

Because no model code, serial number or production year has been supplied for this individual guitar, those details have not been inferred from a different Admira Flamenco model.

The mahogany neck is confirmed for this individual example.

Power Requirements

None.

This is a fully acoustic nylon-string instrument with no onboard electronics, battery or external power requirement.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 4.5/5

The Admira Flamenco Artesania is an appealing choice for players looking for a traditional nylon-string instrument with a more immediate, rhythmically focused character than a conventional steel-string acoustic.

Its mahogany neck and flamenco-style design make it particularly suitable for Spanish repertoire, rasgueado, fingerstyle technique and acoustic accompaniment.

Presented in Very Good Condition, this is a strong pre-owned option for both established nylon-string players and guitarists looking to explore flamenco-style playing.

No case or gigbag is included.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Buying pre-owned can provide excellent value and access to older models that may no longer form part of a manufacturer's current range.

Every pre-owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed so its condition and included items are represented clearly.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music is Birmingham's largest independent music store, combining a major showroom with nationwide ecommerce and decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging new and pre-owned musical equipment.

When you buy from us, you benefit from:

  • Family-run independent retailer established in 1987
  • Birmingham's largest independent music store
  • 6,000+ Trustpilot reviews
  • Expert musician-led advice
  • Extensive experience with acoustic, classical and pre-owned guitars
  • Pre-owned instruments individually assessed
  • Clear condition grading
  • Secure ordering
  • Fast UK delivery
  • Large Birmingham showroom
  • Friendly support before and after purchase

Trade In. Trade Up. Save More.

Your existing guitar could help towards the cost of this Admira.

Fair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges acoustic guitars, electric guitars, basses, amplifiers, effects, keyboards and a wide range of other musical equipment.

Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation and find out what your current equipment could be worth towards this Admira Flamenco Artesania.

Frequently Asked Questions

What condition is this Admira Flamenco Artesania in?

It is presented in Very Good Condition, meaning it shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

What type of guitar is it?

It is a nylon-string flamenco-style acoustic guitar.

What is the neck made from?

This example has a mahogany neck.

Does it use nylon strings?

Yes. It is designed for nylon guitar strings.

Can I fit steel strings?

No. Steel strings create substantially greater tension and should not be fitted to a nylon-string guitar unless the instrument is specifically designed for them.

Is it suitable for flamenco?

Yes. The guitar is designed around the quick response and clear attack associated with flamenco-style playing.

Is it suitable for classical music?

Yes. It can certainly be used for classical and general nylon-string playing, although its flamenco-oriented character may feel and respond differently from a dedicated classical guitar.

Is it good for fingerstyle?

Yes. Nylon strings and traditional wider spacing make it particularly well suited to fingerstyle technique.

What body woods does it use?

The exact top, back and side woods have not been confirmed for this individual guitar, so they have not been guessed from another Admira model.

What fingerboard material does it have?

The exact fingerboard material has not been confirmed for this individual guitar.

Why aren't all of the wood specifications listed?

Admira produced multiple Flamenco and Artesanía models with different timber combinations. Without an exact model code or production year, using specifications from another version could misrepresent this guitar.

Does it have electronics?

No. This is a fully acoustic instrument.

Does it require a battery?

No.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case or gigbag is included.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like to hear the guitar and see its individual cosmetic condition before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of guitars and other musical equipment.

Good to Know

How long is the warranty period?

For new products, you will get the full manufacturer warranty. For our second-hand products, we will cover any fault within 4 weeks of the purchase of any guitar. For pianos, that will be extended to 3 months.

What is the estimated delivery time?

We use the 24hr delivery in UK mainlands if it can be delivered by post. For Scotland and Wales, it depends on the area and the distance from our warehouse, but our aim is to get you order to your hands as soon as possible.

For products that cannot be posted, we will arrange the delivery with you to suit your schedule and deliver it to you

Do you offer international shipping?

We usually can ship instruments worldwide. Please get in touch to get a quote

What is the maintinance on your USED products?
  • Guitars: Every guitar will be setup to a high playing standard before shipping. The electronics are checked and if there is any issue with guitar, it will be fixed.
  • Pianos: Every piano is fully tested to make sure it's fully functional, cleaned, and if it's digital, a facroty reset is performed.
Do you offer assembly and installation?

We offer installation and assembly for pianos, drum kits, or any products that require it for and extra charge. Please get in touch so we can provide you with a quote.

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