{"product_id":"gregory-byers-2010","title":"Gregory Byers 2010","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\" data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"215\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eThis 2010 classical guitar by renowned California luthier \u003cstrong data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eGregory Byers\u003c\/strong\u003e is, without exaggeration, one of the finest examples of his work we have come across. Built with a cedar top and a stunning set of Madagascar rosewood, this guitar combines the immense power and responsiveness often associated with lattice-braced instruments with a tonal character that remains remarkably natural and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eThe result is a guitar with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"670\"\u003ehuge, deep bass\u003c\/strong\u003e, surprising projection, and a rich, luxurious tonal palette that immediately reveals the hand of a master builder. Despite its modern internal structure, the lattice bracing is almost undetectable in the sound. Notes across the fingerboard speak clearly and evenly without the “squawky” artifacts that some players associate with lattice designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003eThis is a guitar that feels alive from the first note. It is responsive, rich, and deeply satisfying to play, embodying the sonic character that Byers has spent decades refining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xnijqe\" data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eSound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eThe sound of this guitar can best be described as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eresponsive and rich\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a luxurious depth that reveals itself immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eThe bass is enormous and authoritative, providing a powerful foundation for the instrument, yet it remains focused and controlled. The trebles are clear and singing, with excellent sustain and projection that easily keep pace with some of the most powerful concert instruments we encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eWhat stands out most is the balance between power and refinement. The lattice bracing provides tremendous responsiveness and dynamic range, yet the tonal character remains warm, natural, and full-bodied. Rather than sounding overtly “modern,” this guitar retains a classical voice with remarkable clarity and richness throughout the entire register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7c24kj\" data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003ePlayability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003ePlayability is superb. The guitar features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003elow, comfortable action\u003c\/strong\u003e and a perfectly intonated fingerboard that makes it effortless to navigate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003eModern ergonomic features include a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003eraised fingerboard and a 20th fret\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing for comfortable access in the upper register without compromising the traditional feel of the instrument. The neck profile is comfortable and natural in the hand, making extended playing sessions effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a9b00h\" data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003eAesthetics \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003eVisually, this guitar is striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eThe set of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003eMadagascar rosewood\u003c\/strong\u003e used for the back and sides is exceptional, displaying beautiful figure and depth that immediately captures the eye. Whether Madagascar rosewood enhances the sound over Indian rosewood is a debate that players often have, but there is no question that it lends this guitar a sense of rarity and visual elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003eByers’ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003erosette design\u003c\/strong\u003e is stunning in its timelessness. Nothing about this instrument feels trendy or ornamental for the sake of fashion. Instead, every aesthetic choice reflects restraint, taste, and a deep respect for classical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3119\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003eAdditional visual highlights include the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3192\"\u003ebeautifully inlaid headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e and premium \u003cstrong data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3222\"\u003eSloane tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e, completing a guitar that is every bit as impressive visually as it is sonically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3309\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xn2kfn\" data-start=\"3311\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3331\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gregory Byers\u003cbr data-start=\"3345\" data-end=\"3348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3357\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010\u003cbr data-start=\"3362\" data-end=\"3365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3373\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar\u003cbr data-start=\"3379\" data-end=\"3382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3399\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madagascar Rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3422\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3422\" data-end=\"3436\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3445\" data-end=\"3456\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sloane\u003cbr data-start=\"3463\" data-end=\"3466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised fingerboard\u003cbr data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003eFrets:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3672\"\u003eThis guitar has clearly been played and enjoyed over the years, and there is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3617\" data-end=\"3671\"\u003evisible evidence of play throughout the instrument\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3865\"\u003eHowever, it remains in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3733\"\u003estructurally excellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3740\" data-end=\"3768\"\u003eno cracks and no repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is simply a well-loved instrument that has been used for its intended purpose: making music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003eFor a serious player, this is exactly the type of guitar that invites continued use and musical exploration for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4003\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"nebtes\" data-start=\"4005\" data-end=\"4027\"\u003eAbout Gregory Byers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4448\"\u003eGregory Byers is one of the most respected American classical guitar makers of the modern era. His path to lutherie was anything but conventional. After studying architecture at UC Berkeley, participating in the Vietnam War resistance movement, traveling through Europe, and working as a potter, he ultimately returned to academia and earned a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4373\" data-end=\"4447\"\u003ePhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Arizona\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4450\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eHis introduction to guitar making came during field work in Puerto Rico, where he encountered an elderly luthier whose workshop sparked the idea that he might one day build a guitar himself. Shortly thereafter, he completed his first instrument and sought guidance from master luthier \u003cstrong data-start=\"4735\" data-end=\"4754\"\u003eJosé Romanillos\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose workshop at the 1981 Guitar 81 festival in Toronto proved transformative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4837\" data-end=\"5246\"\u003eRomanillos’ influence helped shape Byers’ philosophy of guitar making, which blends craftsmanship, artistic expression, and a deep intellectual curiosity about sound and materials. Over the decades, Byers has developed a reputation for building instruments that combine traditional aesthetics with innovative structural ideas, producing guitars known for their power, responsiveness, and tonal sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5248\" data-end=\"5251\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5253\" data-end=\"5285\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5287\" data-end=\"5374\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003cstrong data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5374\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"5347\" data-end=\"5372\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guitar Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52660027785508,"sku":null,"price":12000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1543\/9652\/files\/Byers2010-2.jpg?v=1775176626","url":"https:\/\/guitarcollection.myshopify.com\/products\/gregory-byers-2010","provider":"Guitar Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}