Córdoba's Fusion series offers players a different way into the nylon-string experience, combining the warmth and expressiveness of a classical guitar with the familiar feel and performance flexibility of a contemporary acoustic. With the Fusion Orchestra CE Pro, that crossover philosophy reaches the top of the series. A solid Western red cedar top pairs with solid rosewood back and sides for a rich, responsive voice, while a Fusion C mahogany neck, radiused ebony fingerboard and 1.875" nut provide comfortable, streamlined playability. A soft cutaway opens access to the upper frets, and Fishman Matrix Infinity VT electronics provide refined control for amplified performance. Finished with a Spanish-style neck heel, intricate wood purfling and Córdoba Flower Petal tuners, the Fusion Orchestra CE Pro brings elevated construction, performance and detail to Córdoba's flagship crossover design.
Solid Cedar and Rosewood for Rich, Responsive Tone
The Fusion Orchestra CE Pro pairs a solid Western red cedar top with solid rosewood back and sides, giving its full-size nylon-string body a warm, balanced voice with rich lows, focused mids and clear, articulate highs. Cedar responds readily to a light touch, bringing immediacy and nuance to fingerstyle playing, while rosewood helps individual notes remain defined within complex chords. Sitka spruce bracing supports both the top and back, contributing to a lively acoustic response across changing dynamics. A soft cutaway preserves the flowing proportions of the Orchestra body while providing easier access to upper-register positions.
Fusion C Mahogany Neck Brings Familiar Nylon-String Feel
Designed to make the transition between steel and nylon strings feel natural, the mahogany Fusion C neck combines a slimmer contemporary profile with a 1.875" bone nut that is narrower than the traditional classical format. The bound ebony fingerboard features a subtle 16" radius rather than the flat surface found on many classical guitars, creating a familiar feel for chord work and single-note lines while preserving comfortable nylon-string spacing. A 25.6" scale maintains responsive string tension across all 19 frets, with the neck joining the body at the 12th fret. A Spanish-style neck heel adds another classical-inspired element to this modern crossover design.
Fishman Matrix Infinity VT Provides Refined Amplified Control
The Fishman Matrix Infinity VT pickup and preamp system gives the Fusion Orchestra CE Pro a flexible amplified voice designed for live performance. An undersaddle piezo captures the instrument at the bridge, while discreet soundhole-mounted controls keep volume and tonal adjustment within easy reach without adding a control panel to the side of the guitar. The continuously variable Tone control moves from a flat response toward a scooped-mid character, providing quick adjustment for different playing styles and amplification setups, while Fishman's Voicing switch offers further control over the system's response. This intuitive electronics package carries the guitar's nylon-string character into amplified environments.
Detailed Wood Appointments Complement the All-Solid Build
The Fusion Orchestra CE Pro carries its refined construction into an elegant set of appointments that keeps the cedar and rosewood front and center. Mahogany binding frames the body, joined by six-ply maple-and-black top purfling and three-ply maple-and-black back-and-side purfling for crisp contrast. A checkered multi-ring rosette echoes the decorative center strip running down the rosewood back, creating a cohesive visual motif without overwhelming the natural figuring of the woods. At the headstock, a rosewood headplate carries Córdoba's Arches logo in flamed maple, while nickel Flower Petal tuners add another signature detail. A rosewood bridge, bone nut and bone saddle complete the traditional material palette.
All-Solid Nylon-String Performance With Contemporary Versatility
For steel-string players exploring the expressive possibilities of nylon, experienced classical guitarists who prefer contemporary ergonomics or performing musicians who need dependable amplified flexibility, the Fusion Orchestra CE Pro offers a capable middle ground without feeling like a compromise between formats. Its streamlined neck and soft cutaway accommodate a wide range of playing styles, while all-solid construction provides the tonal depth and responsiveness expected from an instrument at the top of the Fusion series. Fishman electronics further expand its usefulness onstage, giving players traditional nylon-string character with the control and familiarity of a modern performance guitar in the Córdoba Fusion Orchestra CE Pro.