But you really just have to pick this instrument up
to know that you are in the presence of a completely different concert
guitar. It is so incredibly LIGHT!!! This instrument actually
weighs only 3 pounds! When I asked Sergei about the weight factor
he indicated that he has conducted exhaustive research into fabricating
an instrument with ample structural integrity & longevity ... but with
considerably less weight. With the use of double-top technology that
he helped pioneer, as well as the employment of modern graphite reinforcement,
Mr. de Jonge has created a very light and VERY responsive instrument that
will stand up to the rigors of the touring concert guitarist!
Actually, I first laid eyes on this instrument
when I was walking around the store looking for our classical expert Ed
Kopala. I saw him in our classical sound room, playing a striking
looking instrument with a deer-in-the-headlights look in his eyes.
I've seen that look before. It is the "I don't want to buy another
guitar right now but I MUST HAVE THIS" look. After listening
to him play this instrument, I know exactly why it had such an impact
on him. This is simply a thoroughbred of an instrument. It
translates the nuances of your musical interpretations effortlessly with
a tonal complexity that I rarely hear in any level of instrument!!!
Think that the evolution of the classical guitar
hasn't progressed recently? Think again. |
