{"product_id":"tobias-braun-2026-2012-romanillos","title":"Tobias Braun 2026 \"2012 Romanillos\"","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"11\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"13\"\u003eThis exceptional 2026 Tobias Braun was built specifically for GuitarCollection.com and represents one of the finest Romanillos-inspired guitars we have encountered in recent years. Featuring a beautifully aged European spruce top paired with striking flamed maple back and sides, the guitar combines refined elegance with an unusually rich and colorful voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eThe standout quality here is the bloom and sustain of every note. The overtone content is complex yet controlled, with a deep, cello-like bass response and lyrical trebles that remain clear and balanced across the entire fingerboard. Like the finest Romanillos guitars, this instrument achieves remarkable warmth and depth without sounding overly dark or heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1081\" data-start=\"737\"\u003eBraun’s craftsmanship throughout is exceptional, from the flawless French polish and beautifully executed seven fan bracing to the elegant Romanillos-inspired details found throughout the build. Combined with an ideal setup and highly resonant feel in the hands, the result is an inspiring concert instrument that feels alive under the fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1086\" data-start=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1112\" data-start=\"1088\" data-section-id=\"1gsrh2k\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"1114\"\u003eThis guitar features an especially beautiful set of flamed maple back and sides, perfectly matched to the warmly aged European spruce top. The visual contrast is elegant and sophisticated without feeling excessive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1694\" data-start=\"1330\"\u003eBraun’s Romanillos influence is immediately apparent in the rosette design, bridge construction, and overall aesthetic approach. The craftsmanship throughout is extremely refined, including a beautifully clean French polish finish, seven fan bracing system, mother-of-pearl bridge details, and top-of-the-line Rubner “El Sonido” tuners with Tobias Braun engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1699\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1723\" data-start=\"1701\" data-section-id=\"gp7p46\"\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1939\" data-start=\"1725\"\u003eThe defining characteristic of this guitar is the richness and bloom of every note. Sustain is remarkably even across all six strings, with a wide tonal palette and unusual depth of color throughout the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2179\" data-start=\"1941\"\u003eThe basses are warm, focused, and cello-like without becoming boomy, while the trebles remain lyrical and highly expressive. The guitar feels extremely resonant in the hands, with strong vibration felt throughout the neck and fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2330\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003ePlayability is superb, with a comfortably full neck profile, ideal low action, and excellent responsiveness under both delicate and powerful playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2335\" data-start=\"2332\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"8\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"xn2kfn\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"397\" data-start=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"22\" data-start=\"10\"\u003eLuthier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tobias Braun\u003cbr data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"38\" data-start=\"35\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"47\" data-start=\"38\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003cbr data-end=\"55\" data-start=\"52\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"63\" data-start=\"55\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e European Spruce\u003cbr data-end=\"82\" data-start=\"79\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"99\" data-start=\"82\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flamed Maple\u003cbr data-end=\"115\" data-start=\"112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"115\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seven Fan\u003cbr data-end=\"140\" data-start=\"137\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"157\" data-start=\"140\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm\u003cbr data-end=\"166\" data-start=\"163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"180\" data-start=\"166\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52mm\u003cbr data-end=\"188\" data-start=\"185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"199\" data-start=\"188\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubner “El Sonido”\u003cbr data-end=\"221\" data-start=\"218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"233\" data-start=\"221\"\u003eStrings:\u003c\/strong\u003e D’Addario XTC45FF with normal tension nylon first string\u003cbr data-end=\"293\" data-start=\"290\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-end=\"326\" data-start=\"293\"\u003ehttps:\/\/ddar.io\/guitar-collection\u003cspan class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\" fill=\"currentColor\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"329\" data-start=\"326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"340\" data-start=\"329\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand French Polish\u003cbr data-end=\"362\" data-start=\"359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"376\" data-start=\"362\"\u003eBuilt For:\u003c\/strong\u003e GuitarCollection.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2705\" data-start=\"2702\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2727\" data-start=\"2707\" data-section-id=\"1y4nfre\"\u003eAbout the Luthier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2897\" data-start=\"2729\"\u003eTobias Braun was born in Germany in 1960 and has spent most of his life in Austria near Vienna, where he continues to build guitars in his workshop in the Vienna Woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3186\" data-start=\"2899\"\u003eA longtime student and assistant of José Luis Romanillos, Braun has become one of Europe’s most respected builders of traditional Spanish-inspired concert guitars. His instruments are admired for their balance, refinement, responsiveness, and deep connection to the Romanillos tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3191\" data-start=\"3188\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3205\" data-start=\"3193\" data-section-id=\"hrykuu\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3348\" data-start=\"3207\"\u003eBrand new 2026 build, delivered directly from the maker. The instrument is in flawless condition with no cracks, repairs, or cosmetic issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3382\" data-start=\"3350\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3467\" data-start=\"3384\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" data-end=\"3467\" data-start=\"3442\"\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003cspan class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\" fill=\"currentColor\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3593\" data-start=\"3469\"\u003ePlease note: Free UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. 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