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This article is from the Classical Guitar FAQ, by Joshua Weage (jpweage@mtu.edu) with numerous contributions by others.

1.1 What distinguishes a classical guitar and a classical guitarist?

A classical guitar has some specific features in its anatomy.
It has six strings with the treble strings made of nylon and the
bass strings made from nylon wrapped in brass wire. The body is
symmetrical ie. no cut-outs at the higher frets and is made of wood.
There are no electronics involved, so no pickups - volume comes from simple
resonance in the guitar body.

A classical guitarist is more than someone who simply plays
a classical repetoire. The way the guitar is played is also important.
Essentially, a classical guitarist plays by plucking the strings
with his right hand fingers and thumb - strumming is a special effect, and
no pick is ever used. There are other strong recommendations on the general
posture of the entire body and guitar for classical guitarists that
distinguish them from other guitarists.

 

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