{"product_id":"antonio-marin-montero-2014-bouchet-model-spruce-brazilian-rosewood","title":"Antonio Marin Montero – 2014 Bouchet Model | Spruce \/ Brazilian Rosewood","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2014 Antonio Marin Montero is one of the more meaningful instruments I’ve had the honor of representing—formerly owned and concertized on by my close friend and colleague \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSam Hines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Between 2016 and 2019, Sam and I traveled the country together competing, performing, and sharing rooms—and I heard this guitar in every kind of setting imaginable: stairwells, practice rooms, hotel rooms, green rooms, and concert halls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSam won numerous competitions with this very guitar, and recorded a full professional album on it. His tone and artistry were inextricably linked to this instrument, and I’m proud to now offer it through GuitarCollection.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBouchet model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, inspired by the legendary French luthier Robert Bouchet, with whom Antonio Marin Montero had a personal friendship and mutual exchange of knowledge. Marin Montero's Bouchet models are sought after for their refined tonal sophistication and power—and this guitar is a stellar example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has been professionally maintained and has a number of tasteful upgrades:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20th fret added\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by renowned luthier \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRichard Brune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslimmed and re-profiled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for easier playability by Brune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-end Alessi tuners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e installed for smooth, precise tuning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the guitar shows visible wear—particularly on the top, which bears many honest scratches and rasgueado marks—there are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno cracks in the soundboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and it is structurally solid throughout. Several cracks in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree-piece Brazilian rosewood back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e were previously repaired professionally and long ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut this guitar is all about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseasoned tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—it has been played in thoroughly, and has reached a level of responsiveness and projection that few Marin guitars, even brand-new ones, can match.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spruce, aged to a warm honey color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Three-piece Brazilian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bouchet-style fan bracing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spanish Cedar, custom re-profiled (slim, C-shaped)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 650mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 52mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuners:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alessi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Upgrades:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20th fret added by Richard Brune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat sets this Marin apart is how it bridges tradition and power. While it retains the elegance and color of a classic Granada instrument, it also has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estartling projection and sustain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—qualities that allowed it to hold its own next to double tops and lattice-braced modern guitars in live competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efundamental is prominent and clear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, lending an immediacy and directness to the tone that modern players appreciate. The basses are deep and rich, with a responsive growl, while the trebles are lyrical and colorful. Sustain is excellent, even in higher registers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erewards expressive playing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its dynamic range, tonal palette, and seasoned openness make it ideal for someone who wants a guitar with soul, history, and proven performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell-played and concertized, with visible wear to the top (scratches, rasgueado marks, finish swirls). Professionally repaired back cracks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo structural issues. Neck, frets, and action are excellent and performance-ready.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're looking for a pristine collector’s piece, this is not the guitar for you. But if you want the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every best-sounding Antonio Marin Montero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a guitar that has proven itself on stage, in the studio, and in competition—this is an extraordinary opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA heartfelt congratulations to Antonio Marin Montero for this masterwork, and to Sam Hines for the legacy he left with it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor purchase inquiries, contact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree UPS 2nd Day Air shipping included if paid via a feeless method. Contact us for payment information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guitar Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50624594805028,"sku":"","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1543\/9652\/files\/Montero-7_29a66b0a-2433-4539-ba8a-9a00f914d48e.jpg?v=1746626401","url":"https:\/\/guitarcollection.myshopify.com\/products\/antonio-marin-montero-2014-bouchet-model-spruce-brazilian-rosewood","provider":"Guitar Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}