{"product_id":"reza-safavian-2026","title":"Reza Safavian 2026","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"154\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eAmong modern double-top makers, Reza Safavian has quietly established himself as one of the most sought-after builders working today. His guitars are often discussed alongside the finest contemporary double-top makers in the world, admired for combining the power and responsiveness of a modern concert instrument with unusual depth, balance, and musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eThis 2026 cedar double-top with Indian rosewood back and sides is an excellent example of his work. The guitar delivers the immediacy, clarity, and projection players expect from a modern instrument, while retaining warmth, richness, and tonal breadth across the entire register. Rather than emphasizing a single tonal characteristic, the voice feels expansive and complete, offering deep basses, crisp trebles, and remarkable balance from string to string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eA full video review of this instrument is included with the listing and can be viewed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/V6xJWJzVn6s\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eSound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eOne of the defining characteristics of Safavian’s guitars is what can best be described as the width of the sound. The voice feels deep yet clear, expansive yet focused, avoiding the common pitfalls where a guitar might have strong bass but unfocused trebles, or beautiful trebles but lacking depth in the lower register. Instead, the tonal spectrum feels evenly supported from bottom to top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eThe basses are rich and foundational, providing a satisfying sense of support when playing across the strings. As the voice moves upward, the trebles remain crisp, colorful, and articulate. Up the neck, notes maintain strong sustain and an impressive level of evenness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eThere is also an appealing organic quality to the sound. While many modern double tops emphasize power and projection, this guitar manages to retain warmth and musical flexibility. It speaks naturally without requiring the player to manipulate the sound in order to achieve different tonal characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003ePlayability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003ePlayability was clearly a focus in the conception of this instrument. The neck features a comfortable C-shaped profile that sits naturally in the hand without feeling overly thick or slim. The action is set low and effortless, allowing the instrument to respond easily while remaining controlled and stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003eSlurs and ornaments come off with surprising ease, and the guitar responds quickly to both light and more assertive playing. Combined with the raised fingerboard, which provides improved access to the upper positions, the overall feel of the guitar is modern, responsive, and extremely comfortable for extended playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2739\"\u003eAesthetics \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2931\"\u003eVisually, the guitar reflects Safavian’s careful attention to detail. The cedar top features his signature rosette with striking green tones that give the instrument a distinctive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"3163\"\u003eThe French polish is particularly impressive, presenting a mirror-like finish that is rarely seen even among new instruments. This level of finish quality immediately conveys the care and precision that went into the construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003eThe Indian rosewood used for the back and sides is handsome and well chosen, complemented by a rosewood bridge with a simple mother-of-pearl tie block detail. The headstock design is elegant, featuring a subtle central sapwood accent that recalls the refined aesthetic choices seen on instruments by makers such as Gernot Wagner and Michel Brück.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3681\"\u003eAdditional craftsmanship details include a beautifully executed V-joint at the back of the headstock and extremely clean overall construction throughout the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3942\"\u003eInternally, the guitar features a Nomex double-top construction paired with an uncommon five-fan bracing layout with two outer braces and three closely grouped central braces. This design contributes to the guitar’s responsiveness, sustain, and tonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3944\" data-end=\"3947\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3962\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3962\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3964\" data-end=\"3989\"\u003eBrand new, built in 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3991\" data-end=\"3994\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3996\" data-end=\"4005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3996\" data-end=\"4005\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4007\" data-end=\"4448\"\u003eMaker: Reza Safavian\u003cbr data-start=\"4027\" data-end=\"4030\"\u003eYear: 2026\u003cbr data-start=\"4040\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003eTop: Cedar double top\u003cbr data-start=\"4064\" data-end=\"4067\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; sides: Indian rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4099\"\u003eBracing: Five-fan bracing with Nomex core\u003cbr data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4143\"\u003eScale length: 650mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4162\" data-end=\"4165\"\u003eNut width: 53mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4180\" data-end=\"4183\"\u003eString spacing at nut: 43mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4210\" data-end=\"4213\"\u003eFingerboard: Raised fingerboard\u003cbr data-start=\"4244\" data-end=\"4247\"\u003eNeck profile: C-shaped\u003cbr data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4272\"\u003eTuners: Perona\u003cbr data-start=\"4286\" data-end=\"4289\"\u003eFinish: French polish\u003cbr data-start=\"4310\" data-end=\"4313\"\u003eStrings: D’Addario XTC45FF (Dynacore XT basses, carbon G \u0026amp; B) with nylon first string\u003cbr data-start=\"4398\" data-end=\"4401\"\u003eStrings link: \u003ca data-start=\"4415\" data-end=\"4448\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/ddar.io\/guitar-collection\"\u003ehttps:\/\/ddar.io\/guitar-collection\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-iapvo518.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4450\" data-end=\"4453\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4455\" data-end=\"4487\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4489\" data-end=\"4572\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003ca data-start=\"4547\" data-end=\"4572\" 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-iapvo518.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4574\" data-end=\"4698\"\u003ePlease note: Free UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. 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