{"product_id":"stephan-connor-2022-doubletop-floresta","title":"Stephan Connor 2022 Doubletop \"Floresta\"","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cibsat\" data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eThis 2022 Stephan Connor \u003cstrong data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"154\"\u003eFloresta\u003c\/strong\u003e is a spectacular and highly individual concert guitar from one of the most respected American luthiers working today. The Floresta model sits among Connor’s most ornate and artistic instruments, combining his modern doubletop construction with a visual language inspired by the forest, Barrios, and the finest decorative traditions of classical guitar making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eThis example features a cedar top, Indian rosewood back and sides, Scheller tuners, mother of pearl inlays, and a striking rosette made with mother of pearl and abalone. The guitar also includes Connor’s unusual “Tree of Life” style doubletop construction, using two layers of cedar without Nomex or balsa, with the inner layer oriented at an angle to cross the grain and help even out the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eIt is a very special Connor with a big, open, immediate voice, modern response, and the kind of visual presence that makes the Floresta model so memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"77u6sl\" data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eThis guitar has the quickness and power one expects from Connor’s doubletop work, but with a distinctly organic, woody character. Rather than using a Nomex or balsa core, this guitar uses an all-wood cedar doubletop structure, including an inner layer of ancient sinker cedar. Connor described this as a “Tree of Life” type doubletop, with the inner cedar layer set at an angle to cross the grain and help create balance and evenness across the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eThe result is a guitar with a strong fundamental, excellent projection, and a very free response. The very loose lattice bracing underneath gives the guitar an especially open feel, with a sound that is powerful but not sterile. The trebles have clarity and presence, while the basses retain warmth and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ejw891\" data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eThe top is cedar, specifically Bull Run cedar from the Ruck collection, paired with an ancient sinker cedar inner layer. This is not a typical sandwich-style doubletop with Nomex or balsa. Instead, Connor used two wood layers, with the inner layer angled across the grain in a way that recalls the logic of fan bracing, helping to spread energy and even out the response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003eThe back and sides are Indian rosewood, and the headstock uses walnut. The top and back are French polished, while the rest of the guitar appears to be lacquer finished. The rosette is one of the highlights of the instrument, incorporating mother of pearl and abalone in a highly decorative design that perfectly fits the Floresta concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1dcemjk\" data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003ePlayability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003eConnor’s guitars are known for their ease, clarity, and responsiveness, and this guitar has the kind of immediate response that makes modern concert guitars so rewarding to play. The doubletop construction gives the player a great deal back with very little effort, while the all-wood design helps keep the voice natural and connected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2982\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3055\"\u003eThis guitar is structurally healthy, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3026\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eno cracks and no repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003eCosmetically, it shows substantial playing wear. There are scratches throughout the top, along with visible signs of use from playing. The polish on the back also shows wear and slight hazing here and there. These are cosmetic issues only, and they are part of the history of a guitar that has clearly been played and used seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"77fkhc\" data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3402\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"4157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3416\"\u003eLuthier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephan Connor\u003cbr data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3434\" data-end=\"3443\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003cbr data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3451\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3461\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floresta\u003cbr data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3473\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar\u003cbr data-start=\"3487\" data-end=\"3490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3490\" data-end=\"3510\"\u003eInner Top Layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ancient sinker cedar\u003cbr data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3570\" data-end=\"3587\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doubletop, all-wood cedar construction, no Nomex or balsa\u003cbr data-start=\"3645\" data-end=\"3648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3660\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very loose lattice bracing\u003cbr data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3704\"\u003eHeadstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut\u003cbr data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3726\"\u003eRosette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mother of pearl and abalone\u003cbr data-start=\"3754\" data-end=\"3757\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3757\" data-end=\"3768\"\u003eInlays:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mother of pearl\u003cbr data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"3787\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3798\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scheller\u003cbr data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"3821\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e French polish on top and back, lacquer on the remaining areas\u003cbr data-start=\"3883\" data-end=\"3886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"3900\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy cosmetic wear to top, hazing\/wear to back finish, no cracks or repairs\u003cbr data-start=\"3977\" data-end=\"3980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"3992\"\u003eStrings:\u003c\/strong\u003e D’Addario XTC45FF, carbon G and B, with the first string replaced by a high tension Pro Arte nylon 1st string\u003cbr data-start=\"4102\" data-end=\"4105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4105\" data-end=\"4121\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eString Link:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca data-start=\"4122\" data-end=\"4155\" 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-86c0e697.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4159\" data-end=\"4162\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gt4qdy\" data-start=\"4164\" data-end=\"4181\"\u003eClosing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4183\" data-end=\"4475\"\u003eThis 2022 Stephan Connor Floresta is a rare opportunity to own one of Connor’s most artistic and highly individual models. It combines a powerful modern concert voice with exceptional materials, ornate detailing, and a unique all-wood doubletop construction personally described by the maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4477\" data-end=\"4509\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4511\" data-end=\"4594\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003ca data-start=\"4569\" data-end=\"4594\" 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-86c0e697.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4596\" data-end=\"4720\" 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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