Description
The Rathbone Navigator RNSMCE Short-Scale Electro-Acoustic Guitar is a compact, player-friendly instrument designed for guitarists who want great feel and plug-in performance in a smaller package. Its reduced scale length lowers string tension, making chords easier to fret and bends more forgiving, which is ideal for younger players, those with smaller hands, or any acoustic player who prioritises comfort on long practice or rehearsal sessions. With a built-in pickup and preamp you can move seamlessly from the sofa to the stage or studio, delivering clear, controllable sound through an amp or PA without sacrificing an enjoyable acoustic response when played unplugged.
Stepping up from a basic starter model, the RNSMCE focuses on refined playability and dependable construction. The compact cutaway body improves upper fret access for melodies and chord extensions, while a comfortable neck profile and tidy fretwork help you play cleanly with less fatigue. Reliable machine heads support stable tuning and consistent intonation, and the onboard preamp typically offers simple, effective controls including a tuner so you can dial in your sound and tune accurately without extra gear. It is a confident, everyday instrument built to be played, transported and enjoyed.
For UK tuition and school use, the short scale makes early progress more achievable, encouraging good technique with less strain during first chords, barre shapes and fingerstyle patterns. Teachers will appreciate the integrated tuner for quick, quiet tune-ups before lessons or ensemble work, and learners benefit from a compact body that sits comfortably whether practising at home or in the classroom. As a value choice it delivers more than entry-level functionality, offering reliable electronics, a comfortable setup and a controllable acoustic voice that supports graded study, rehearsals and performances with equal ease.
