The Admira Solista is a full-size nylon-string classical guitar built around a solid cedar soundboard with sapelli back and sides, giving it the warm, responsive character associated with traditional classical guitar construction.

Positioned above basic student instruments, the Solista adds attractive appointments including contrasting wooden binding, a distinctive rosette, gold Lyre-style machineheads and a polished gloss finish.

Its solid cedar top responds particularly well to controlled fingerstyle playing and produces the warm, rounded tone suited to classical repertoire, Spanish music, folk, acoustic accompaniment and general nylon-string playing.

This Pre-Owned example is offered in Good condition and is supplied without a case or gigbag.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	Admira
Model	Solista
Product Code	2146
Type	Full-Size Classical Guitar
Size	4/4
Top	Solid Cedar
Back & Sides	Sapelli
Neck	African Mahogany, Reinforced
Bridge	Rosewood
Machineheads	Gold Lyre-Style
Finish	Gloss
Condition	Pre-Owned, Good
Main Appeal	Warm solid-top classical guitar with traditional styling
Best For	Classical, Spanish, fingerstyle, study and nylon-string accompaniment

Pre-Owned Condition Report

Good Condition

This Admira Solista is offered in Good condition.

Good condition means the guitar shows noticeable cosmetic wear consistent with regular previous ownership, while remaining fully functional and suitable for continued playing.

This is therefore best considered a well-used player's instrument rather than a cosmetically pristine example.

No specific faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing.

What’s Included?

✔ Admira Solista Classical Guitar

✘ No Case Included
✘ No Gigbag Included
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This individual Solista has been graded Good, so buyers should expect visible evidence of previous use beyond the lighter signs normally associated with our Very Good or Excellent grades.

For somebody primarily interested in the guitar's solid cedar construction, sound and playability rather than pristine cosmetics, this can represent particularly sensible Pre-Owned value.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This Pre-Owned Admira classical guitar has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before sale.

Our checks include:

• Neck condition
• Fingerboard
• Frets
• Nut
• Saddle
• Bridge
• Tuning machines
• String action
• Neck relief where applicable
• Tuning stability
• Body condition
• Externally assessable structural areas
• Overall playability

Service / Setup Work

All Pre-Owned acoustic and classical guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked and set up where appropriate before leaving the shop.

Our assessment includes action, fret condition, nut and saddle, tuning stability, neck condition and general playability.

Classical guitars use nylon strings and react differently to setup changes than steel-string acoustics. They can also respond to significant changes in temperature and humidity during transportation or acclimatisation.

Why Choose The Admira Solista?

Solid Cedar Soundboard

The most important specification is the solid cedar top.

The soundboard has the greatest influence on the acoustic response of a classical guitar, and using solid timber rather than laminate gives the Solista a more serious foundation than many basic student instruments.

Cedar is particularly well known for warmth, quick response and a mature character even when played relatively lightly.

Sapelli Back And Sides

Sapelli is used for the back and sides.

Its balanced midrange complements the warmth of the cedar soundboard and helps give the Solista a versatile character suited to both study and recreational playing.

Full-Size 4/4 Classical Format

The Solista is a full-size 4/4 instrument, making it appropriate for most adult players and students progressing onto a standard classical guitar.

Its nylon strings and traditional classical proportions provide a very different feel from a steel-string acoustic.

Reinforced African Mahogany Neck

Admira specifies an African mahogany neck with additional reinforcement.

That construction provides a traditional playing platform while helping support neck stability.

Gold Lyre-Style Machineheads

The decorative gold machineheads give the Solista a more refined appearance than the simpler hardware commonly fitted to entry-level classical guitars.

Combined with the rosette and contrasting binding, they give the instrument a distinctly traditional Spanish-style presentation.

Why Choose A Solid-Top Classical Guitar?

A solid-top guitar represents an important step beyond many entry-level classical instruments.

While laminate construction can be durable and affordable, a solid soundboard is generally capable of responding more freely to the vibration of the strings.

For a developing classical player, that can mean greater sensitivity to changes in right-hand technique, dynamics and articulation.

It also makes the Solista useful for players who have progressed beyond a basic beginner guitar but do not necessarily need a high-end concert instrument.

Cedar vs Spruce Classical Guitars

Cedar

Cedar generally offers:

• Warm initial response
• Strong harmonic character
• Quick response to a lighter touch
• Rounded trebles
• Rich midrange

Spruce

Spruce often provides:

• Firmer initial attack
• Greater headroom under powerful playing
• A brighter initial character
• Strong projection

Neither is inherently better. They simply respond differently.

The solid cedar Solista is particularly attractive to players who prefer warmth and immediacy rather than an especially bright or hard-edged sound.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Admira Solista vs Basic Student Classical Guitar

Many starter classical guitars use laminated soundboards. The Solista's solid cedar top gives it a more serious acoustic specification for developing players.

Admira Solista vs Yamaha C40

The Yamaha C40 is an established entry-level classical guitar. The Solista sits further up the traditional progression through its solid cedar soundboard and more decorative appointments.

Admira Solista vs Admira Almeria

Both follow Admira's traditional nylon-string design philosophy, but the Solista has historically occupied a more refined position within the range with upgraded aesthetic and construction details.

Admira Solista vs Steel-String Acoustic

The nylon strings, wider classical neck and warmer response provide a completely different playing experience from a conventional steel-string acoustic.

Who Is It For?

Developing Classical Players

The solid soundboard makes the Solista a logical progression from a basic starter guitar.

Adult Beginners

Players who want to begin on a guitar they are unlikely to immediately outgrow may appreciate the upgraded solid-top construction.

Fingerstyle Players

Nylon strings and the wider classical format provide excellent string separation for fingerstyle technique.

Songwriters

The softer nylon-string voice can add a completely different texture alongside conventional steel-string and electric guitars.

Players Looking For Pre-Owned Value

This Good-condition example may particularly suit somebody who prioritises sound and specification over perfect cosmetic presentation.

Suitable Genres And Uses

The Admira Solista is particularly well suited to:

• Classical guitar
• Spanish guitar
• Nylon-string fingerstyle
• Classical study
• Folk
• Latin
• Bossa nova
• Acoustic songwriting
• Home practice
• Music education
• Recording
• Fingerstyle accompaniment

Classical Guitar vs Steel-String Acoustic

A classical guitar uses nylon strings, producing substantially lower tension and a softer, rounder attack than steel strings.

Classical necks are also wider, providing more space between individual strings for right-hand fingerstyle technique.

For traditional classical repertoire this is essential, but the format is equally useful for players simply looking for a warmer and more delicate acoustic voice.

Steel strings should not be fitted to a conventional nylon-string classical guitar unless the manufacturer specifically states that the instrument has been designed for them.

Story & Context: Admira And The Solista

The company behind Admira, Enrique Keller S.A., was founded in 1944 and has developed a long association with Spanish-style classical and nylon-string guitars.

Admira's catalogue has traditionally ranged from accessible student instruments through to more serious classical models using solid tonewoods and traditional construction techniques.

The Solista occupied a useful position within that range as a full-size solid-top guitar aimed at students, developing musicians and enthusiastic recreational players looking beyond the most basic level.

Its combination of solid cedar, sapelli, decorative binding and gold Lyre-style machineheads gives it both a stronger acoustic specification and more refined appearance than a typical starter classical.

The Solista has since moved into Admira's archived range, making Pre-Owned examples the main route to this particular model.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Classical / Nylon-String Acoustic Guitar
Brand	Admira
Model	Solista
UK Product Code	2146
Size	Full Size / 4/4
Top Material	Solid Cedar
Back Material	Sapelli
Side Material	Sapelli
Neck Material	African Mahogany
Neck Reinforcement	Yes
Bridge Material	Rosewood
Machineheads	Gold Lyre Design
Body Finish	Gloss
String Type	Nylon
Electronics	None
Condition	Pre-Owned, Good

Specification Note

The Admira Solista was produced across more than one period, and surviving specifications do not agree on every detail.

In particular, documentation describes different fingerboard materials depending on the production period, including rosewood and Mongoy.

No serial number or manufacturing date has been supplied for this particular guitar, so an exact fingerboard timber has deliberately not been assigned without verification.

This avoids applying specifications from a different Solista generation to the individual guitar being offered.

Power Requirements

No battery, power supply or amplification is required.

The Solista is a traditional purely acoustic nylon-string guitar with no factory electronics.

It can be miked conventionally for recording or live performance if amplification is required.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Classical guitars can represent particularly good value on the Pre-Owned market, especially when cosmetic appearance is less important than the underlying construction.

The Solista's solid cedar soundboard remains its key attraction regardless of cosmetic wear.

Every Pre-Owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually checked and assessed before sale.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Admira Solista sits in a very useful position between an inexpensive beginner classical and a significantly more costly advanced instrument.

Its solid cedar top is the specification that matters most, providing the guitar with a responsive and warm acoustic foundation, while the sapelli body and traditional appointments give it plenty of visual character.

This particular example is graded Good, so it makes most sense for somebody looking for a guitar to actually play rather than one to keep cosmetically immaculate.

Best suited for: Developing classical players, adult beginners, fingerstyle musicians and players wanting an affordable solid-top nylon-string guitar.

Customers usually upgrade from: Basic laminate classical guitars, starter packages and entry-level nylon-string instruments.

Most commonly paired with: Footstool or classical support, clip-on tuner, music stand and quality nylon strings.

Our tip: Nylon strings take considerably longer to settle after restringing than steel strings. Frequent retuning for the first few days after a fresh set is completely normal.

Showroom feedback: The solid cedar top is what makes the Solista worthwhile. It gives a developing player a more responsive instrument without immediately moving into expensive concert-classical territory.

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.

You can buy with confidence thanks to:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians
• Carefully checked new and Pre-Owned musical equipment
• Birmingham showroom
• More than 6,000 Excellent customer reviews
• Secure ordering
• Fast UK delivery
• Friendly support before and after your purchase
• Decades of experience with new and second hand musical equipment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Admira Solista a full-size guitar?

Yes. It is a standard 4/4 full-size classical guitar.

Does it have a solid top?

Yes. The Solista uses a solid cedar soundboard.

Are the back and sides solid?

Admira specifies sapelli back and sides, but does not describe them as solid in its archived specification.

Does it use nylon strings?

Yes. This is a traditional nylon-string classical guitar.

Can I put steel acoustic strings on it?

No. Standard steel acoustic strings should not be fitted to this guitar.

Does it have electronics?

No. The Solista is a purely acoustic classical guitar.

Is this a beginner guitar?

It can certainly be used by a beginner, but its solid cedar soundboard also makes it appropriate for developing and intermediate players looking beyond the most basic student instruments.

Is a case included?

No. This Pre-Owned example is supplied without a case or gigbag.

What condition is it in?

It is offered in Good condition, meaning there is noticeable cosmetic evidence of previous use while the instrument remains fully functional.

Can I request a closer look before purchasing?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo option is particularly useful for a Good-condition Pre-Owned instrument if you'd like to see its exact cosmetic presentation and hear the guitar before purchasing.