This model represents my attempt to recollect, continue and develop according to my sensibility, the heritage and work of the great master Antonio de Torres, the father of the 20th century modern classical guitar.
I have tried to capture and repropose in a new contemporary instrument the construction principles and the essence of this magical guitars.
I think that this project is still actual and represents the true essence of the modern classical guitar.
The guitar is very light, responsive with a warm middle range tone and a clear, pure and natural, singing treble.
It has an extremely deep Helmoltz resonance (between Eb and F), the sustain is shorter then in my concert guitar but functional to the expression of the music.
It plays with no effort at the most delicate touch and has a very fast attack and considerable power and projection.
Based on the segunda epoca big plantilla with seven fan bars.
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BACK & SIDES
Indian, Madagascar or other rosewoods
(Dalbergia spp. Cites II listed, need export certificate/import permit)
Ziricote, Satinwood (Ceylon), Santos Rwood,
Maple flamed or bird’s eye (not protected, do not need certification/permit)
ROSETTE
Original arch pattern wood mosaic with side purflings;
the rosette is made only with solid woods
BINDINGS & PURFLINGS
Personal design and construction: on top back&sides and headstock
NECK
Central american mahogany, Brasilian Cedrela
FRETBOARD
Ebony, black, quartered
BRIDGE
Hardwoods with arch mosaic decoration(same as rosette)
VARNISH
French polished shellac on whole instruments