{"product_id":"robert-ruck-2006-sp12-886","title":"Robert Ruck 2006 SP12 #886","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\" data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"244\"\u003e2006 Robert Ruck SP12\u003c\/strong\u003e represents one of the most exclusive and sought-after instruments ever produced by the legendary American maker. Only \u003cstrong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"404\"\u003ethirteen SP12 guitars were ever built\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this example not only a remarkable concert instrument but also an exceptionally rare piece of modern lutherie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eRobert Ruck is widely regarded as one of the most important classical guitar makers of the modern era. His guitars have been played by many leading artists and admired for their balance of power, refinement, and responsiveness. Over the decades, Ruck developed a reputation for combining traditional Spanish design principles with a uniquely refined tonal aesthetic, resulting in instruments that are both expressive and highly versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eSP (Special) series\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the pinnacle of Ruck’s work. These guitars were built with extraordinary attention to detail and elevated materials, and unlike many later Ruck guitars, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003ethe SP models are entirely French polished\u003c\/strong\u003e, a finish prized for its ability to allow the wood and soundboard to resonate as freely as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eThis instrument, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eNo. 886\u003c\/strong\u003e, is labeled \u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eSP12\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating that it is the twelfth guitar in this extremely limited series. Visually, it is breathtaking. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eBrazilian rosewood used for the back and sides is extraordinary\u003c\/strong\u003e, displaying deep color and dramatic figure that immediately sets the guitar apart. The elegant \u003cstrong data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003ecarved headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eRodgers tuners featuring sterling silver plates and ebony buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e, completes a design that is unmistakably Ruck at his finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xnijqe\" data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eSound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eThis guitar delivers exactly what players hope to find in a great Robert Ruck, but with an added level of refinement that makes it truly exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eThe voice is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003eexplosive, clear, and beautifully balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a depth and fullness that fills the room effortlessly. The guitar projects with authority while maintaining a remarkable degree of tonal color and control across the entire register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eThe trebles are particularly striking. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003efirst string is exceptional\u003c\/strong\u003e, singing with a vibrant overtone response that reacts instantly to the player’s touch. It produces a lyrical, almost vocal quality that makes melodic lines feel effortless and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003eThe basses are equally impressive, offering \u003cstrong data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eplenty of power while remaining focused and articulate\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each note speaks clearly, even under heavier attack, and the guitar maintains excellent separation between voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003eOverall, the sound carries a refined, supportive character that evokes the fullness of some of the finest concert instruments ever built, while still retaining the immediacy and responsiveness that have made Ruck guitars so beloved among performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7c24kj\" data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003ePlayability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2967\" data-end=\"3089\"\u003ePlayability is excellent and reflects the thoughtful ergonomics that Ruck incorporated into many of his later instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3388\"\u003eThe guitar features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3113\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003e650 mm scale length with a 53.5 mm nut width\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing it comfortably within the range preferred by many professional players. The neck profile feels natural and supportive in the hand, and the action is low and comfortable with room for adjustment to personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3390\" data-end=\"3580\"\u003eOne of the most notable features is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3452\"\u003eraised fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e, which provides effortless access to the upper frets and enhances the feeling of freedom when navigating the highest positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3582\" data-end=\"3731\"\u003eCombined with the guitar’s highly responsive soundboard, the result is an instrument that feels \u003cstrong data-start=\"3678\" data-end=\"3730\"\u003efast, immediate, and extremely rewarding to play\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3736\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"fxzzgg\" data-start=\"3738\" data-end=\"3763\"\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3765\" data-end=\"3832\"\u003eRuck’s craftsmanship is on full display throughout this instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3834\" data-end=\"4125\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3883\"\u003erosette features a striking central motif\u003c\/strong\u003e, echoed again in the tie block, creating a subtle visual theme that ties the entire design together. Fine colored lines and delicate detailing add elegance without excess, demonstrating the restrained sophistication that defines Ruck’s work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4127\" data-end=\"4378\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4131\" data-end=\"4190\"\u003eBrazilian rosewood back and sides are truly spectacular\u003c\/strong\u003e, with bold figure and depth that make the guitar visually unforgettable. When paired with the warm cedar top and French polish finish, the overall aesthetic is both classic and luxurious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4573\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4384\" data-end=\"4404\"\u003ecarved headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e further distinguishes this special model from standard Ruck guitars, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"4482\" data-end=\"4500\"\u003eRodgers tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e represent some of the finest machines ever fitted to a classical guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4575\" data-end=\"4657\"\u003eEvery detail reinforces that this instrument was built as something truly special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4659\" data-end=\"4662\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xn2kfn\" data-start=\"4664\" data-end=\"4672\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4674\" data-end=\"4808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4674\" data-end=\"4684\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robert Ruck\u003cbr data-start=\"4696\" data-end=\"4699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4699\" data-end=\"4709\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SP12\u003cbr data-start=\"4714\" data-end=\"4717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4717\" data-end=\"4726\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003cbr data-start=\"4731\" data-end=\"4734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4752\"\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 886\u003cbr data-start=\"4756\" data-end=\"4759\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4759\" data-end=\"4774\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 of only 13 SP12 guitars built\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4810\" data-end=\"4905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4810\" data-end=\"4818\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar\u003cbr data-start=\"4824\" data-end=\"4827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4827\" data-end=\"4844\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazilian Rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"4863\" data-end=\"4866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4866\" data-end=\"4877\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e French polish (SP series)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4907\" data-end=\"5033\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4907\" data-end=\"4924\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4931\" data-end=\"4934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4934\" data-end=\"4948\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53.5 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4956\" data-end=\"4959\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4959\" data-end=\"4985\"\u003eString Spacing at Nut:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44.5 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4993\" data-end=\"4996\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4996\" data-end=\"5025\"\u003eString Spacing at Bridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5035\" data-end=\"5174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5035\" data-end=\"5051\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised fingerboard\u003cbr data-start=\"5070\" data-end=\"5073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5073\" data-end=\"5087\"\u003eHeadstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved headstock\u003cbr data-start=\"5104\" data-end=\"5107\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5107\" data-end=\"5118\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rodgers with sterling silver plates and ebony buttons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5176\" data-end=\"5316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5176\" data-end=\"5188\"\u003eStrings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5188\" data-end=\"5191\"\u003eD’Addario \u003cstrong data-start=\"5201\" data-end=\"5212\"\u003eXTC45FF\u003c\/strong\u003e (carbon G \u0026amp; B) with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"5235\" data-end=\"5280\"\u003eD’Addario high-tension nylon first string\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5280\" data-end=\"5283\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"5283\" data-end=\"5316\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\"\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-97566a9e.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5318\" data-end=\"5321\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"5323\" data-end=\"5335\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5337\" data-end=\"5542\"\u003eThe guitar is in excellent overall condition and has been well cared for. It presents beautifully and remains structurally outstanding, ready for continued concert use or inclusion in a serious collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5544\" data-end=\"5547\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5549\" data-end=\"5816\"\u003eThis instrument represents a rare opportunity to acquire \u003cstrong data-start=\"5606\" data-end=\"5669\"\u003eone of the most exclusive guitars Robert Ruck ever produced\u003c\/strong\u003e. With only thirteen examples worldwide, the SP12 models seldom appear on the market and are highly sought after by both performers and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5818\" data-end=\"5850\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5852\" data-end=\"5939\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003cstrong data-start=\"5910\" data-end=\"5939\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"5912\" data-end=\"5937\" 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":52013575373092,"sku":null,"price":25000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1543\/9652\/files\/Ruck2006-2.jpg?v=1771515687","url":"https:\/\/guitarcollection.myshopify.com\/products\/robert-ruck-2006-sp12-886","provider":"Guitar Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}