Jean Noel Lebreton

Jean-Noël Lebreton is a French luthier based near Avrillé, specializing in double-top classical concert guitars. After studying at the College of Furniture in London (1989–1993), he opened his own workshop in 1997. Lebreton masterfully combines Nomex and balsa core techniques to fine-tune resonance and achieve a distinctive sound. His guitars are known for their powerful trebles, precise basses, and exceptional playability.
  • Luthier: Jean Noel Lebreton
    Construction Year: 2024
    Construction Type: Double-Top Guitars
    Top: Cedar
    Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
    Soundboard Finish: Nitrocellulose
    Body Finish: Nitrocellulose
    Air Body Frequency: F sharp / G
    Weight (g): 1680
    Tuner: Alessi
    Condition: New

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About the Guitar Maker

Jean-Noël Lebreton is a French luthier based near Avrillé in France. After completing his studies at the College of Furniture in London from 1989 to 1993, he opened his first workshop in 1997. Since then, he has specialized in building double-top concert guitars and has explored the vast tonal possibilities that this sophisticated technique offers.

What makes Jean-Noël Lebreton particularly distinctive is his use of both Nomex-core and Balsa-core construction methods to fine-tune the resonance zones of the soundboard, achieving a unique and balanced tone. His instruments combine modern innovation with masterful craftsmanship, resulting in guitars known for their refined tonal depth and exceptional responsiveness.

This 2024 guitar (No. 47-197) exemplifies his work, featuring a double-top cedar soundboard and double back and sides made of Indian rosewood. The elevated fingerboard design facilitates easier playability in higher registers. Its powerful yet slightly textured trebles complement the clear and precise basses, producing an expressive and dynamic tone.

This guitar reflects Jean-Noël Lebreton’s artistic vision: to create instruments that inspire and delight with their sound quality, balance, and playability, without ever being overpowering. It stands as a testament to the elegance and precision of modern French guitar making.