Cort AD Mini Acoustic with Bag Open Pore

£159

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Description

The Cort AD Mini Acoustic with Bag Open Pore is a compact steel string acoustic guitar designed for younger learners, smaller hands, travelling players and anyone who wants an easy playing companion at home. The mini dreadnought body keeps the feel comfortable while still delivering a surprisingly full voice for chords, melody lines and song writing. It slips neatly into the included bag for lessons, rehearsals or weekends away, and sits nicely on a sofa or desk chair without feeling bulky. If you are moving up from a first bundle guitar or choosing a starter instrument with a little more care, this neat and tidy Cort makes getting into music feel straightforward and fun.

Built to be light, resonant and dependable, the AD Mini uses a thin Open Pore finish that lets the wood vibrate freely and gives a natural feel in the hands. The compact short scale reduces string tension to make fretting easier, while a comfortable neck profile and tidy fretwork help clean chords from the very first session. Reliable machine heads and a stable bridge keep tuning steady between practices. Compared with many basic Student 1 models, the overall fit and finish is a step up, the setup is more consistent, and the tone has extra warmth and clarity that rewards careful picking as well as lively strumming.

For UK tuition and school use, the size and weight are spot on. It is easy to carry between classrooms and lessons, and the protective bag keeps it safe on the bus or in the car. The lower tension is kinder on new fingers, which encourages regular practice and faster progress, and the compact body helps children maintain good posture with a music stand. It is a sensible choice for parents and teachers who want reliability without fuss, offering real value with features that last beyond the first term. As a travel or sofa guitar for adults, it also shines, delivering a satisfying sound without taking up space.

Features

Compact mini dreadnought body

The AD Mini keeps the classic dreadnought character in a smaller footprint, giving you an easy holding position and a voice that is bigger than its size suggests. It is ideal for young learners, players with smaller hands and anyone wanting a comfortable practice or travel instrument.

Natural Open Pore finish

A thin Open Pore finish allows the wood to resonate more freely and gives a smooth, organic feel under the hands. This enhances responsiveness at lower volumes, helps the guitar feel lively when strummed or picked, and delivers a look that is understated and modern.

Easy playing short scale

The shortened scale length lowers string tension, making chords easier to fret and bends more achievable for developing fingers. Combined with a comfortable neck profile and tidy fretwork, it supports confident progress from the first lesson to regular home practice.

Gig bag included

Arriving with a fitted gig bag, the AD Mini is ready for school runs, lessons and rehearsals. The bag offers everyday protection and convenient carry handles, so you can transport the guitar safely and store it neatly between practice sessions.

Reliable hardware and setup

Stable machine heads and a well cut nut and saddle promote consistent tuning and intonation. The overall build quality helps the guitar stay in adjustment, reducing the need for constant tweaks and keeping the focus on learning, playing and enjoying music.

Specifications

Brand Cort
SKU AD-MINI-BG-OP
Size 3/4
Body Shape Mini dreadnought
Top Laminated tonewood
Back & Sides Laminated tonewood
Scale Length Short scale
Finish Open Pore
Case Gig bag included
Strings Steel, 6
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