{"product_id":"jose-oribe-2007-cedar-cocobolo","title":"José Oribe – 2007 Grand Suprema | Western Red Cedar \/ Cocobolo","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJosé Oribe, one of the most respected American luthiers, built this Grand Suprema model in 2007. Known for his masterful craftsmanship and rich, Spanish-inspired tone, Oribe’s guitars have been highly regarded for decades, earning a place among the finest hand-built classical guitars in the world. This particular instrument has a unique backstory, having been kept in pristine, unplayed condition since its creation. It was originally built as a gift to a personal friend of Oribe’s, who preserved it carefully until recently, making this a rare opportunity to own an essentially untouched example of Oribe’s work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Western Red Cedar, seven-fan bracing, protected by clear tap plates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stunning cocobolo with dramatic sapwood center strip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spanish Cedar, C-shaped, comfortable and fast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ebony, 52mm nut width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 656mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cocobolo with traditional design elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High-quality but modestly appointed (upgrade recommended for those seeking a more premium feel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand French-polished for a warm, resonant tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Oribe has an exceptionally full, rich voice, with a clear, ringing treble and deeply resonant basses. The Western Red Cedar top offers a vibrant, colorful tone, combining the warmth and complexity of a mature cedar instrument with the clarity and projection more typically associated with spruce. It has a surprising brightness for a cedar guitar, delivering a wide palette of tonal colors, from rich, dark textures to a lively, punchy response when pushed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its slightly longer 656mm scale, this guitar is extremely comfortable to play, thanks to the expertly carved C-shaped neck, tall frets, and precise setup. It responds beautifully to variations in attack, making it a perfect choice for both powerful, expressive playing and delicate, nuanced passages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssentially brand new, this 2007 Oribe Grand Suprema has been impeccably preserved, with no cracks, dings, or noticeable play wear. The French-polished finish is flawless, and the cocobolo back and sides present a stunning visual centerpiece, with dramatic grain patterns and a striking sapwood center stripe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis José Oribe Grand Suprema is a remarkable find, offering the power, nuance, and playability that have made Oribe a respected name among concert guitarists. It presents a rare opportunity to own a virtually untouched instrument from a true master luthier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor purchase inquiries, contact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca disabled\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree UPS 2nd Day Air shipping included if paid via a feeless method. 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