{"product_id":"mark-usherovich-2026-spruce-doubletop","title":"Mark Usherovich 2026 Spruce Doubletop","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\" data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"308\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eThis 2026 concert guitar from Canadian luthier \u003cstrong data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eMark Usherovich\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the latest evolution of his work, and a continuation of a special collaboration with GuitarCollection.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eHaving spent significant time with this instrument, it quickly became clear that this is not only a refinement of his previous builds, but a guitar that continues to reveal new layers the more it is played. It is one of those rare instruments that is difficult to fully understand in a single sitting, as both its sound and design details continue to unfold over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eAt its core is Mark’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"933\"\u003elatest and most refined soundboard design\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"974\"\u003espruce\/Nomex double-top\u003c\/strong\u003e built with his proprietary \u003cstrong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003ecarbonized spruce process\u003c\/strong\u003e. This treatment, achieved through a careful combination of heat and pressure, gives the top a subtly aged appearance while, more importantly, producing a remarkably open and responsive sound from the very first note, despite the guitar being brand new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eThe internal structure remains incredibly lightweight and refined, with a delicate seven-fan inspired architecture and subtle adjustments throughout the bracing system. Mark continues to fine-tune these details extensively, shaping the voice of each instrument with an almost scientific level of precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eWhat stands out most, however, is his philosophy: that \u003cstrong data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eevery single element of the guitar contributes to the sound\u003c\/strong\u003e. From the weight of the tuners, to the shape and mass of the headstock, to the geometry of the bridge and saddle, every decision is made with intention. The bridge itself is carefully designed to optimize the distribution of tension and energy across the top, contributing directly to the instrument’s responsiveness and sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003eThe guitar is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eexceptionally lightweight (under 1300g)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and this immediacy is felt the moment it is played. There is a sense that the entire instrument is vibrating as one cohesive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2644\"\u003eVisually, the guitar is equally compelling. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eKoa bindings\u003c\/strong\u003e frame the body with warmth and contrast, while the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2387\"\u003eAfrican blackwood headstock veneer\u003c\/strong\u003e adds depth and elegance. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003ebeautifully figured ebony fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e offers subtle visual character, and inside the guitar, Mark’s wife continues her tradition of creating \u003cstrong data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003ehand-drawn calligraphy labels\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving each instrument a deeply personal touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003eHaving now spent time both playing and recording with this instrument, it is clear to us that this represents \u003cstrong data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003eMark’s finest work yet\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xnijqe\" data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2798\"\u003eSound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2864\"\u003eFrom the very first chord, the sound of this guitar is striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003eThere is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003elow main air resonance between E and E-flat\u003c\/strong\u003e that immediately makes itself felt, giving the bass response a powerful, almost physical presence. The basses are deep, expansive, and “thunderous,” yet remain controlled and full all the way up the register, avoiding the hollow quality that can sometimes appear in highly responsive instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003eThe trebles are clear, singing, and full of color, with a richness of overtones that allows melodies to bloom naturally. One of the most remarkable qualities is the balance between \u003cstrong data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3427\"\u003eclarity and sustain\u003c\/strong\u003e, a combination that is not easily achieved but is present here in abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3818\"\u003ePerhaps most impressive is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003edynamic range\u003c\/strong\u003e. The guitar transitions effortlessly from delicate pianissimo to full, projecting forte, with a level of control that feels unusually accessible. This gives the player a wide expressive palette, making it easy to shape phrases and explore subtle tonal variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3820\" data-end=\"3946\"\u003eThe overall experience is immersive and highly responsive, with a tonal character that feels both powerful and deeply nuanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"3951\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7c24kj\" data-start=\"3953\" data-end=\"3967\"\u003ePlayability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3969\" data-end=\"4024\"\u003eThis is an instrument that immediately invites playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4026\" data-end=\"4280\"\u003eThe neck profile is a comfortable, slightly full \u003cstrong data-start=\"4075\" data-end=\"4086\"\u003eC-shape\u003c\/strong\u003e, striking an ideal balance that will suit a wide range of players. The setup is low and extremely playable, allowing for ease of execution without sacrificing tonal integrity, even when pushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4282\" data-end=\"4493\"\u003eDespite its power, the guitar feels controlled and predictable in the best way. It offers both \u003cstrong data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4405\"\u003econsistency and surprise\u003c\/strong\u003e, encouraging exploration while maintaining a strong sense of stability under the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4495\" data-end=\"4725\"\u003eOne of the most notable aspects is how easy it is to draw out expressive sounds. There is a natural sense of connection between player and instrument, making it effortless to experiment with dynamics, tone color, and articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4727\" data-end=\"4793\"\u003eIt is, quite simply, a guitar that makes you want to keep playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4795\" data-end=\"4798\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xn2kfn\" data-start=\"4800\" data-end=\"4808\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4810\" data-end=\"5431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4810\" data-end=\"4819\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003cbr data-start=\"4824\" data-end=\"4827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4827\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbonized Spruce \/ Nomex Double-Top\u003cbr data-start=\"4872\" data-end=\"4875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4875\" data-end=\"4892\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian Rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"4911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4911\" data-end=\"4928\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 648 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4935\" data-end=\"4938\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4938\" data-end=\"4952\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4958\" data-end=\"4961\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4961\" data-end=\"4973\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refined 7-fan architecture\u003cbr data-start=\"5000\" data-end=\"5003\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5003\" data-end=\"5014\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full French polish\u003cbr data-start=\"5033\" data-end=\"5036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5036\" data-end=\"5045\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish cedar with carbon fiber reinforcement\u003cbr data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5094\" data-end=\"5110\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautifully figured ebony with extended upper register\u003cbr data-start=\"5165\" data-end=\"5168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5168\" data-end=\"5179\"\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom-designed with optimized string pressure distribution (12-hole tie block)\u003cbr data-start=\"5259\" data-end=\"5262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5275\"\u003eBindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Koa\u003cbr data-start=\"5279\" data-end=\"5282\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5282\" data-end=\"5303\"\u003eHeadstock Veneer:\u003c\/strong\u003e African Blackwood\u003cbr data-start=\"5321\" data-end=\"5324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5324\" data-end=\"5335\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barnett tuners with custom engraving\u003cbr data-start=\"5372\" data-end=\"5375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5375\" data-end=\"5385\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-drawn calligraphy label by Mark’s wife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5433\" data-end=\"5436\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1i8argh\" data-start=\"5438\" data-end=\"5456\"\u003eAbout the Maker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5458\" data-end=\"5598\"\u003eMark Usherovich has been building fine handmade concert classical and romantic guitars since 2004 and is currently based in Ontario, Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5600\" data-end=\"5913\"\u003eMark’s journey into lutherie began in Jerusalem, Israel, where his early work crafting wooden skin drums shaped his understanding of vibration, resonance, and tonal color. His approach continues to be influenced by bowed instruments such as the violin and cello, and by the tradition of the great Spanish masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5915\" data-end=\"6252\"\u003eHe later studied with Tom Blackshear in San Antonio, Texas, gaining a deep understanding of resonance tuning and structural refinement. From this foundation, Mark developed a highly individual approach that combines the warmth and character of traditional guitars with the projection and responsiveness of modern double-top construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6254\" data-end=\"6444\"\u003eToday, his instruments are increasingly played by professional artists around the world, and his work continues to gain recognition for its originality, refinement, and expressive potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6446\" data-end=\"6449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6451\" data-end=\"6487\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6451\" data-end=\"6487\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6489\" data-end=\"6576\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003cstrong data-start=\"6547\" data-end=\"6576\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"6549\" data-end=\"6574\" 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 fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-e650466a.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6578\" data-end=\"6702\"\u003ePlease note: Free UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. 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