{"product_id":"ortega-thermo-series-classical-sydney-guitars-online","title":"X-Ortega RCE23RO Thermo Series 7\/8 Electro-Classical Guitar (Roasted Solid Spruce)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eOrtega Thermo Series RCE23RO\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"501\"\u003epremium 7\/8 electro-classical guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e built for discerning players who want professional tone, modern playability, and immediate responsiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eUsing Ortega’s advanced thermo-treatment process, selected tonewoods are carefully heat-treated to remove excess moisture and resin. This results in a lighter, more stable instrument with a rich, open sound and an “aged” tonal character — similar to a well-played, long-seasoned classical guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eroasted solid spruce top\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers excellent projection, clarity, and dynamic response, while the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003epao ferro back and sides\u003c\/strong\u003e add warmth, depth, and balance. Combined with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eshort 630mm scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eslim neck profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003ecutaway body\u003c\/strong\u003e, the RCE23RO offers exceptional comfort without sacrificing professional performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eHear it before you decide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eIf you’d like to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003ehear this guitar being played\u003c\/strong\u003e, we have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003ehigh-quality performance recording\u003c\/strong\u003e available. Just message us and we’ll happily send it through — a fast way to evaluate the tone and character before committing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eLocally stocked \u0026amp; fast dispatch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eThis model is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003estocked locally by X Guitars Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e, enabling \u003cstrong data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003efast dispatch\u003c\/strong\u003e and the option for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003esame-day delivery within Sydney metro\u003c\/strong\u003e when available. No overseas delays — just premium gear, ready when you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eStage-ready electronics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003eEquipped with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eOrtega MagusPRO\/G preamp system with built-in tuner\u003c\/strong\u003e, the RCE23RO is equally at home on stage, in the studio, or at home. Plug directly into an amp or PA with confidence and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003ePremium 7\/8 electro-classical guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eShort scale length: 630mm (24.80”)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eRoasted solid spruce top (satin finish)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003ePao ferro back \u0026amp; sides (satin finish)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eRoasted maple neck with slim, modern profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eRoasted jatoba fingerboard \u0026amp; bridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003eCutaway body for extended upper-fret access\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003eOrtega MagusPRO\/G electronics with tuner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eOrtega 12-hole bridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eLightweight, resonant construction (approx. 3.2kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eOrtega Pro gig bag included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eIntermediate to advanced classical players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003eNylon-string guitarists performing live or recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003ePlayers seeking a compact, high-end classical with electronics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003eMusicians wanting aged-tone response without decades of wait\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003eWant to hear it played?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xguitars.com.au\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sydney Classical Guitars Online | Roasted Solid Spruce Wood\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMessage us\u003c\/a\u003e for a performance recording and decide with confidence.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eIndependent video review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eLooking for an unbiased opinion? 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