I have been playing the Enya Nova Go Carbon-Fiber Acoustic 1/2 Size (33 inch) guitar for about 1 week. I purchased it for $219 as part of a package including a gig bag, allen key (for truss rod adjustment), cleaning cloth, two adapters to use gig bag strap as a guitar strap, and an extra set of D'Addario acoustic strings. I am extremely pleased with purchase as I detail below.
I have been playing guitar for 25 years and usually play a full size (41 inch) dreadnought acoustic guitar or a 39-inch telecaster-style electric guitar. I purchased this guitar specifically for use as a travel guitar and to use around the house (e.g., in the living room, where my kids or dog might knock over or otherwise damage my more expensive full size acoustic guitar). I have never owned a carbon-fiber guitar in the past but have been very interested in their increased durability and resistance to temperature/humidity changes. When I saw this guitar package on Amazon, I was intrigued enough to try it and I'm so glad I did.
The features/measurements of the guitar are well described on the Amazon webpage so I will focus my review on the pros and cons of this guitar for it's two advertised uses, as a travel guitar and as a beginner guitar.
OVERALL:
-the sound quality, sustain, and volume are all very nice and, frankly, much better than expected for a guitar of this size and price point; the musician definitely benefits from the top side sound port. It should be obvious, at least to more experienced guitarists, that the volume of this guitar will *not* be the same as a full sized guitar but it's very adequate for its stated purposes (travel, beginner).
In particular, low tones on this guitar sound better than expected. Usually, smaller scale length guitars have more treble (higher pitched) tone and the bass tone on this comes out very nicely. I was playing some rock tunes with power chords and thought the sound was very good.
-the guitar is very playable. The fret wires are all smooth and the fretboard surface is comfortable. The neck relief, action, and intonation of the guitar were good right out of the box (confirming Enya's advertisement information indicating that the guitar should arrive with a suitable factory set-up). In particular, the zero fret makes for a very comfortable action in the first fret and F/Fmin/Fmin7 barre chords are easy to play on this guitar (slightly easier than my full-size acoustic, which has a nice set-up and is not difficult to play). My hands are large adult male hands and I have no problem playing this guitar in the first 5-7 frets; further up the fretboard, there is the usual difficulty with fitting multiple fingers in for certain chord shapes but this is going to be a similar problem on any travel-sized guitar.
-the sealed-gear tuning keys work well and the guitar holds tune very well; I played for 3 hours yesterday with no change in tuning
-the use of the gig bag strap as a guitar strap is novel and does save some space when packing/traveling. The guitar comes with two strap pegs and these adapters were easy to use. In a pinch, this would work fine but I would prefer a wider strap so will probably still pack a strap if I plan to play it standing up
AS A TRAVEL GUITAR:
PROS:
-small size 33 in
-gig bag, which is *very nice*. Rather than soft neoprene cloth (or similar), it's soft shell and maintains shape very well, has a nice soft interior with a compartment for storing items (eg capo) under the neck rest.
-entire guitar is carbon-fiber (except for saddle, strings, and tuners) so the guitar can be played in any temperature/humidity or with significant swings in temperature/humidity without worrying about it causing damage to your guitar or causing frequent changes to tuning. For me, this is great for going to the beach (heat/sun on the beach shouldn't be a problem), going camping/hiking, etc.
-very lightweight
CONS:
-none that I can really see for travel
AS A BEGINNER GUITAR: I usually recommend beginners start with a budget electric guitar because, these days, budget acoustic guitars (<= $200) are usually very difficult to play even with a set-up from a luthier (which would add usually at least $100 to price). Most cheap acoustic guitars have very high action (strings are set high from the fret board) meaning more finger strength is required to push them down against the fret wires AND for a beginner who has not developed callouses on their finger tips, this is a major contributor to finger pain that can lead a lot of beginners to give up the instrument altogether. There are, however, disadvantages to an electric guitar as a beginner guitar, mainly its decreased portability and the cost of additional equipment (amplifier, cables, pedals, etc). In my opinion, this guitar overcomes most of the problems of budget acoustic guitars as a beginner guitar and I would include this guitar among my recommendations for beginners, especially for a beginner who likes musical styles more suitable to an acoustic guitar (folk, country, etc).
PROS:
-excellent budget value, including a gig bag, good strings (D'Addario) with additional set, included strap
-portable -- beginners should practice at least 4-5 days per week and portability improves the ability to fit practice into schedule
-will likely not require a set-up by a luthier to be playable by a beginner; mine came with action that was very comfortable and, just to test this, I had my wife (who has NEVER played guitar) play a F minor barre chord (with my instruction) and she was able to do it and get fair sound. This would be impossible for a beginner on most budget acoustic guitars.
-comes in a number of fun colors (I bought charcoal gray), which would be attractive especially I think to child and adolescent beginners
-strap pegs in place
CONS:
-Neck dive - because the body is so lightweight, the guitar does have some pretty substantial neck dive (when positioned on your lap, the neck is heavy enough to pull the guitar downwards, rather than having it balance nicely and horizontally). This is not a fatal flaw, and experienced guitarists generally have a set of strategies to deal with neck dive, but a beginner needs to be aware that they will need to find a position they can play this guitar in where the neck remains in a stable position WITHOUT using the palm of their fretting hand to support the guitar (your fretting hand needs to be free to move around the fret board without having the extra job of supporting the weight of the neck).
-not really a performance instrument; this is a great guitar for practice, travel, songwriting, etc but is not loud enough to perform in most venues (certainly not with other instruments). This will not be a problem for most beginners, who will usually want to wait a while before performing publicly and, at that point, would likely be willing to buy a second guitar. However, if money/space is very tight (ie, having/buying two guitars is not ideal) or if you're an especially brave beginner guitarist who wants to start playing open mics etc right away, this guitar probably won't be the best option for you
Enjoy fast, free delivery, exclusive deals, and award-winning movies & TV shows with Prime
Try Prime
and start saving today with fast, free delivery
Add a debit or credit card to save time when you check out
Convenient and secure with 2 clicks. Add your card
Buy it with
$99.99
Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15
Only 11 left in stock - order soon.
Total price:
To see our price, add these items to your cart.
Choose items to buy together.
Customers also search
Page 1 of 1Page 1 of 1
Videos
Page 1 of 1Start OverPage 1 of 1
Videos for this product
3:05
Click to play video
Enya Nova Go Carbon Fiber Guitar - "Git Ya One!"
Let's Go Shopping!
Product Description
Enya NOVA GO MINI Guitar-Take It 0ut 0n The Road
Nova Go Mini is an ultra-lightweight and compact travel guitar. The carbon fiber composite material makes it impervious to temperature and humidity changes. Taking it to chill on a beach, or to hike in a mountain, or play in a snow land, It would stay stable, with no warp nor cracks.
Excellent Fret Work
Zero Fret And Round Edge Polishing.
For this little Nova Go Mini travel acoustic guitar, the "Zero Fret" feature is included for smoother tuning. Meanwhile, all fret ends are polished to round edges for a more comfortable hand feel. It will not scratch your hands as it moves up and down the neck.
Side Sound Port
The Guitar Looks Small, But Doesn’t Sound Small.
The 1/4 size of this Nova Go Mini acoustic guitar may make wonder, whether the sound would compromise due to the small body-size. The Side Sound Port answers to that question. By projecting the sound directly to the player, this little travel guitar doesn’t sound small at all. Besides, we’ve also build an arched back for it, which would make the sound projection more consisted and with a balanced harmonic structure.
Ergonomic Curve
Smooth To Hold, Smooth To Play.
The ergonomic curve is a must-have for our entire Nova Go line. The backside edged of this travel acoustic guitar designed in a really smooth fashion. Holding it in your arm, you’ll surely be enjoying that comfort. The cutaway is also designed ergonomically, which makes it super easy for you to access those higher notes. It’s a bless for LP-styled guitars.
The body of this Nova Go Mini is 1/4 sized, molded all in one piece, meaning that the bridge is a cohesive part of the top, not glued upon like traditional acoustic guitars. It would never pop off. We've also put a truss rod into the neck, giving more adjustability for the string action.
From the brand
-
Enya Music, distinct from the singer, embraces a rich history that commences with the significance of our name. "En" symbolizes perpetual humility and gratitude, while "Ya" embodies elegance. Our ultimate objective is to provide the utmost value in Ukuleles & Guitars, accompanied by a customer experience that wholeheartedly expresses our sincere appreciation for those who engage with our instruments.
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Compare with similar items
This Item  Enya Nova Go Mini Carbon Fiber Acoustic Guitar 1/4 Size Travel Acustica Guitarra w/Beginner Kids Starter Bundle Kit of Thickened Gig Bag, Adjusting Wrench(White) |  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | $99.99 | $189.99 | $189.99 | $189.99 | $189.99 | $189.99 |
| Delivery | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, May 14 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 |
| Customer Ratings | ||||||
| For traveling | ||||||
| Craftsmanship | ||||||
| Value for money | ||||||
| For beginners | ||||||
| Versatility | ||||||
| Sold By | Enya Musical | Enya Music | Enya Music | Enya Music | Enya Music | Enya Music |
| hand orientation | Right | Right | Right | Right | Right | Right |
| number of strings | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| fretboard material | Radius - Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Radius - Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Radius - Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Radius - Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Radius - Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Radius - Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate |
| back material | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate |
| top material | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber & Polycarbonate |
| string material | Phosphor Bronze | EXP16 | EXP16 | EXP16 | EXP16 | EXP16 |
Reviews with images
Better than I expected.
I have been playing guitar for 40 years, Lately, instead of breaking out one if my guitars, I have just been playing my son’3/4 size guitar. I thought about getting a travel guitar but I wasn’t crazy about how they looked. Then I came across this gem. Made for travel, this clean style, carbon fiber guitar is perfect for me. I can plug it up and rick out or just just play it as is. A few different tones are built in that you change with the press of a button, and you can connect to the app or even play songs from your iPod/iPhone through the speaker inside ( although it is not that loud) it keeps it’s tuning well and small enough to go where ever you need it to. I highly recommend this stylish, sweet sounding guitar.
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
Top reviews from other countries
Pedro Mendoza Rivera
Excelente!!!
Reviewed in Mexico on January 27, 2024Size: Acoustic-ElectricColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Marce RG
Chulísima
Reviewed in Mexico on January 11, 2024Size: NOVA GO MINI-AcousticColor: WhiteVerified Purchase
Marce RG
Reviewed in Mexico on January 11, 2024
5/5
Images in this review
Ale A.
Llego completa y en perfecto estado
Reviewed in Mexico on May 23, 2023Size: Acoustic-ElectricColor: PurpleVerified Purchase
Ale A.
Reviewed in Mexico on May 23, 2023
Images in this review
Elie
Excelente sonido, y buena para principiantes.
Reviewed in Mexico on May 8, 2023Size: AcousticColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Sumeet Patrikar
Great piece
Reviewed in India on March 23, 2024Size: Acoustic-ElectricColor: BlackVerified Purchase
