{"product_id":"yan-lei-2025-spruce-double-top-indian-rosewood","title":"Yan Lei 2025 | Spruce Double Top, Indian Rosewood","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eThis is my first encounter with the work of Chinese luthier \u003cstrong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eYan Lei\u003c\/strong\u003e, based in Tianjin, and I have to say I am extremely impressed. This guitar, his 69th build, shows not only refined craftsmanship but also an exciting voice that competes easily with double tops at far higher price points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eFrom the moment you pick it up, the guitar feels featherlight in the hands, yet with a presence and resonance that immediately respond to even the softest touch. It is an incredibly easy instrument to play, with low action and plenty of room for adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spruce double top with Nomex core\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian rosewood with attractive purfling details and center strip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comfortable profile with raised fingerboard for easy upper fret access\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eAesthetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant rosette and tie block motifs, tasteful headstock design, brass baseplate tuners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eThe Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eThis guitar combines responsiveness, power, and balance in a way that is rare at this price point. Even the lightest touch brings out a full, rich sound with a surprising depth in the basses and sparkling clarity in the trebles. Chords ring evenly across all voices, with beautiful overtones and natural sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eCertain notes glow with extra presence, adding excitement without ever becoming uneven or wolfy. It is the kind of character you might expect from some of the finest traditional guitars, while offering the responsiveness and projection that double tops are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eIt is hard not to be inspired when playing this guitar. It feels effortless, rewarding, and musical at every turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eBrand new, pristine, and representative of Yan Lei’s growing reputation as one of the most promising builders in China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003eIf you are seeking a lightweight and powerful double top that competes with instruments on multi-year waitlists and much higher price tags, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eYan Lei 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e is one to strongly consider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlease note: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eFree UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. 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