{"product_id":"steven-walter-2024-spruce-brazilian-rosewood-classical-guitar","title":"Steven Walter – 2024 Spruce \/ Brazilian Rosewood Classical Guitar","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1745951351681_160\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease inquire to reserve the next Steven Walter guitar to arrive to my shop.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eThis 2024 classical guitar by \u003cstrong\u003eSteven Walter\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the culmination of over a decade of refinement and acoustic research by one of the most celebrated American luthiers of the modern era. Walter, himself a trained guitarist and prize-winning performer, builds instruments that feel as effortless to play as they are thrilling to hear. This guitar is a stellar example of his all-wood \u003cstrong\u003elattice-braced spruce top\u003c\/strong\u003e guitars, offering exceptional balance, warmth, and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted with a powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003espruce top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a breathtaking four-piece set of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrazilian rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e back and sides, this guitar merges old-world materials with a forward-thinking design. Two soundports on either side of the upper bout help project sound toward the player while subtly shifting the main air resonance. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edefined resonance area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e around the lattice bracing provides added tonal control and articulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalter’s guitars have long been known for their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextremely easy playability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, excellent fretwork, and ergonomic comfort, and this instrument is no exception. The feel of the neck (a soft, modern C-shape) and the responsiveness of the soundboard create a rare experience: a guitar that virtually plays itself, without compromising tonal nuance or projection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spruce with all-wood lattice bracing and defined resonance area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Four-piece Brazilian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spanish cedar with a modern C-shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ebony with elevated design (Millennium-style)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale \u0026amp; Nut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 640mm scale, 52mm nut width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brazilian rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoundports:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dual ports on either side of the upper bout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuners:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rodgers with buffalo horn buttons and black rollers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextraordinarily comfortable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to play. The short scale length (640mm) and Walter's neck profile make the left hand feel relaxed and confident. Meanwhile, the action is extremely low without sacrificing clarity or sustain, and the Millennium-style raised fingerboard aids in effortless access to upper positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTonally, the guitar is a revelation. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrebles are crystalline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and vibrant, with long sustain and a fast bloom. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebass register is rich and cello-like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, offering resonance and warmth without muddiness. Every note feels controllable, making dynamic shaping and vibrato effortless and rewarding. The overall sound is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep, balanced, and surprisingly powerful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis instrument is an ideal companion for any repertoire, with enough headroom for large concert spaces and enough intimacy for chamber and solo settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis instrument is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrand new condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, having just arrived from the maker in 2024. It has no cosmetic flaws, scratches, or playwear. The French polish finish is perfectly applied, enhancing both aesthetics and acoustic responsiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preSlide slideIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2024 Steven Walter is a testament to a maker working at the height of his powers. Designed by a guitarist, for guitarists, it exemplifies the best of modern American luthiery: tonal excellence, ergonomic refinement, and visual sophistication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: this particular guitar is already spoken for, but additional Walter guitars are regularly commissioned for GuitarCollection.com. 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