{"product_id":"steven-walter-318-2023","title":"Steven Walter #318 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eThis exceptional 2023 Steven Walter guitar, No. 318, carries a remarkable performance history and represents a particularly fine example of the maker’s modern work. Originally built for and played by Evan Taucher, the instrument later passed to a student of his who favored its comfortable 6v40mm scale length and played it extensively for several years before commissioning another guitar from Steven with a slightly narrower nut width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eNow returned to GuitarCollection.com, this guitar stands out for its powerful voice, refined projection, and sophisticated modern construction, paired with traditional Spanish tonal ideals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCurrently strung with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003eD’Addario XTC45FF\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring carbon G and B strings paired with a nylon high tension first string, a setup that complements the guitar’s clarity and projection while preserving tonal color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eBuilder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steven Walter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 318\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eBack and Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazilian rosewood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e All wood lattice with Defined Resonance Area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 640 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 52 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eNeck Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e C profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eSoundports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual side ports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e German made Scheller tuners with buffalo horn buttons and black rollers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eRosette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steven Walter signature design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e French polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eUnder the soundboard, this guitar features Steven Walter’s all wood lattice bracing paired with his Defined Resonance Area concept, a design that subtly concentrates vibration toward the center of the top for enhanced projection and focus. While unmistakably modern, the tonal result avoids the overly mid forward character sometimes associated with lattice systems, instead delivering warmth, breadth, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003eThe cedar top is paired with an outstanding set of Brazilian rosewood on the back and sides, visually striking and tonally rich. There is visible playing wear to the back and sides where the guitar rests against the player’s body, a testament to its active performance life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003eAesthetically, the instrument is immediately recognizable as a Steven Walter, from the classic rosette with dark red hues and subtle green highlights to the Brazilian rosewood headplate veneer. The raised fingerboard design, adopted from Thomas Humphrey with permission, allows effortless access to the upper register. Two side soundports enhance the player’s perspective, creating an open and immersive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"3112\"\u003ePremium hardware completes the build, including understated German made Scheller tuners fitted with buffalo horn buttons and black rollers. The saddle retains generous height for future adjustment, and the current setup is already notably low and comfortable, with excellent intonation throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3119\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3342\"\u003eThe tonal character is immediately compelling, with deep, growling basses reminiscent of great Spanish makers such as Santos Hernández and Miguel Rodríguez, paired with luminous, singing trebles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3616\"\u003eA rich overtone content permeates the entire register, producing swelling waves of sound and an enveloping resonance that feels both powerful and controlled. The instrument offers remarkable headroom and projection, a hallmark of Steven Walter guitars in concert settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3618\" data-end=\"3838\"\u003eDespite its 640 mm scale length, this guitar sacrifices nothing in authority or volume. The shorter scale contributes subtle physical ease in left hand stretches while maintaining full concert level presence in the hall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3840\" data-end=\"3843\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3848\" data-end=\"3861\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3863\" data-end=\"4100\"\u003eThis guitar shows cosmetic wear consistent with frequent professional use. There are multiple light scratches and string marks to the top, areas of wear to french polish on the back and sides, and a small bruise on the top, all of which are visible in the photographs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4102\" data-end=\"4206\"\u003eStructurally, the instrument is in excellent health, with no cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4211\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4213\" data-end=\"4237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4237\"\u003eAbout the Luthier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4514\"\u003eSteven Walter is widely respected for blending innovative construction techniques with a deep reverence for traditional Spanish tonal ideals. His guitars are regularly heard on major concert and competition stages and are prized for their projection, tonal richness, and refined playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4516\" data-end=\"4519\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4521\" data-end=\"4606\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to us at \u003ca data-start=\"4579\" data-end=\"4604\" 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-k5zux585.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4732\" 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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