Carsten Kobs - 2023 Spruce Doubletop 65 cm
Carsten Kobs - 2023 Spruce Doubletop 65 cm
Overview
Overview
Carsten Kobs is a well-established German luthier in Hamburg, Germany. He is one of the pioneers of double-top construction and, thus one of the first generations of German luthiers to adopt this innovative building technique. His double-top guitars are known for their distinct lightness, responsiveness, and volume. The list of guitarists playing his instruments is impressive, including Manuel Barrueco, David Russel, and Aniello Desiderio. With a long and ever-growing waiting list, Kobs' guitars are rarely available, so we are especially pleased to present his latest guitar.
The 2023 Carsten Kobs guitar is a remarkable instrument showcasing the best modern guitar-building techniques. Built in 2023, this guitar is a true testament to Carsten Kobs' commitment to creating instruments of the highest quality. One of the standout features of this guitar is its remarkable sound volume. This is thanks to the spruce double top fan bracing, which allows the guitar to develop an elegant and rich tone while also offering unexpected possibilities for dynamic phrasing. The guitar has a wonderful balance in polyphony, allowing for a clear and expressive sound that is perfect for a range of playing styles. Another notable feature of this guitar is the excellent consistency and long sustain of the first string, even in the high registers. This allows for a level of expressiveness and nuance that is truly remarkable. Overall, the 2023 Carsten Kobs guitar is an exceptional instrument that clearly belongs in the top category of modern guitars. It is an ideal concert instrument, thanks to its excellent playability and exceptional sound quality. Whether you are a professional musician or a dedicated collector, this guitar is sure to impress with its outstanding craftsmanship and impeccable attention to detail.
Watch the presentation video of this particular guitar below, where you will find a lot of additional information about its playability and sound.
| Luthier: | Crasten Kobs |
| Construction year: | 2023 |
| Top: | Fichte |
| Back and sides: | Indischer Palisander |
| Scale: | 650 mm |
| Nut: | 52 mm |
| Weight: | 1420 grams |
| Air body frequency: | F |
| Tuners: | Scheller |
| Strings: | Knobloch EDC 34.0 |
| Case: | Leona |
| Condition: | Neu |
Video overview
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