Solid Cheddar Top, Solid Mahogany Back & Sides, Rosewood Binding, Gold Tuning Machines w/ Ivory Buttons, Tusq Nut and Saddle. This is a good starter classical guitar (nylon strings) for a student or for someone who just loves to play. It has a sweet sound and yet can provide good volume with sustain. The guitar is 3 years old and in excellent shape. No scratches or blemishes. This guitar is made for the finger style player and ideally should not be played with a pick; however, certainly can be.