{"product_id":"kris-barnett-2025","title":"Kris Barnett 2025","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eThis 2025 guitar from Kris Barnett represents his latest thinking at the intersection of modern design and refined musical balance. Built in Germany and finished in French polish, this instrument showcases a newly developed lattice bracing system that prioritizes power without sacrificing tonal cohesion or color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"917\"\u003eRather than chasing volume at the expense of musicality, this guitar delivers projection that feels controlled, even, and deeply usable across the entire register. It is a sophisticated and extremely versatile concert instrument, equally compelling for lyrical repertoire and contemporary works that demand clarity, range, and headroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"922\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"944\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eBack and Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exotic ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e French polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proprietary lattice system based on Fibonacci ratios\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elevated, with 20th fret access\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barnett\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eSound and Playability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eThe heart of this guitar is Kris Barnett’s newest lattice design, developed around the golden ratio found in the Fibonacci sequence. The spacing and length of the braces, along with the tuned relationship between the top and back, are carefully calibrated to achieve a rare balance of power and tonal consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eThe result is a guitar that avoids the exaggerated bass and glassy treble often associated with lattice instruments. Instead, it offers a focused, even response with exceptional sustain and clarity. Despite the cedar top, the dynamic ceiling is remarkably high, with a wide color palette that responds immediately to right hand position and articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003ePonticello playing yields a bright, energetic sparkle, while moving toward the soundhole reveals a warm, creamy, and luminous tone. The elevated fingerboard improves comfort and access in the upper register, making demanding modern repertoire feel effortless and natural under the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eLike new.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3279\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003cstrong data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"3341\" data-end=\"3366\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-ihvgg3b1.svg#304883\" fill=\"currentColor\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3494\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePlease note: Free UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. 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