Dennis Tolz - 2015 Doubletop
Dennis Tolz - 2015 Doubletop
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About the luthier
Dennis Tolz is one of the defining figures in modern German guitar making. Based in Kiel, he has earned international recognition for double-top instruments that unite advanced construction methods with a clear grounding in traditional lutherie. An important influence on his work was Gernot Wagner, from whom Tolz adopted the Nomex double-top concept before developing it further in a distinctly personal acoustic and aesthetic direction.
What distinguishes his guitars is the way they combine the carrying power and clarity of modern concert instruments with the coloristic range and lyrical warmth more often associated with traditional guitars. Tolz achieves this balance through careful material selection, precise resonance work, and disciplined structural refinement. His instruments are played by leading concert artists worldwide and have become highly sought after both for their tonal qualities and for the long waiting time attached to his work.
About the guitar
This 2015 Dennis Tolz is a double-top guitar with a cedar top and Indian rosewood back and sides. It does not present itself as a typically modern double-top in the narrow sense. It has the power and speed of response expected from this construction, yet in tonal character it often suggests something closer to a traditional guitar with expanded capability.
Its most notable quality is the balance between projection and color. The guitar responds immediately and produces strong volume, but it does so with nuance and a wide range of tonal shading. Compared to more recent Dennis Tolz guitars, this 2015 instrument has slightly brighter trebles and a somewhat longer sustain. That combination gives the instrument a distinctive voice. Notes carry with ease and remain open and clear without losing their connection to the broader body of sound.
The result is a guitar that brings together the structural advantages of double-top construction with a more traditionally oriented tonal imagination. It feels powerful and highly responsive, yet it does not push that immediacy toward hardness or a merely technical kind of efficiency. Instead, it offers a carrying, colorful, and musically flexible voice that combines strength with refinement.
Condition
The guitar is in very good condition and shows several marks of use consistent with careful but intensive playing. The shellac finish is somewhat worn in places but remains in good overall condition. There are no cracks and no repairs.
Regular care extends the life of the instrument
Even with careful use, a classical guitar may gradually change in appearance or respond to unstable storage conditions. Have a close look at your guitar regularly and be attentif to changes. If your instrument is suffering from its environement, it will let you know.
Protect Your Guitar: Handle with Care
Be mindful when touching your instrument with greasy or unwashed hands: any skin contact is a small attack on the varnish. Of course, a guitar is made to be played, but taking a few precautions helps preserve its beauty: wash your hands before playing, wear long sleeves, and avoid unnecessary direct skin contact with the body of the instrument.
Pro tip: Avoid playing with a button-up shirt, heavy jewelry, or a belt, as these can scratch the guitar. Also, make sure your guitar case is free of any objects that could damage the instrument during storage.
String care
A good habit to adopt is wiping down your strings briefly after each playing session. This small action significantly extends their lifespan and helps maintain a consistent, comfortable feel under your fingers.
Most importantly, clean strings are essential for keeping your instrument in tune. Corrosion, sweat, and dust can affect the uniformity of the strings and interfere with accurate tuning across the entire fingerboard.
Pro tip: If you're having trouble getting your guitar in tune, it might be time to change the strings. A useful test is to compare the pitch of the 12th fret harmonic with the fretted note at the 12th fret; if there's an unusually large gap between them, your strings may have lost their integrity and should be replaced.
Keep Your Shellac Finish Shining!
Got a guitar with a shellac (French polish) finish? Here's a simple trick: Take a clean microfiber cloth and gently breathe on the surface to create a light mist. Then, softly rub to remove fingerprints, sweat, and grease. That’s usually all it takes to keep it looking great, no products needed!
Pro tip: Every few years, treat your guitar to a check-up with a luthier to keep it in top shape.
Storing Your Guitar: Climate Matters
Your guitar can safely stay outside its case, as long as the surrounding environment maintains 42–55% humidity and a temperature between 18–25°C.
Keep in mind that humidity levels can still fluctuate inside the case, especially during seasonal changes.
- Too much humidity may cause overtightened strings and a dull tone.
- Too little humidity can lead to a bulging top, string buzz, or even cracks.
Avoid placing your guitar near radiators, air conditioners, or windows with direct sunlight.
Pro tip: Always close your guitar case while playing. This helps preserve a stable microclimate inside the case, so your instrument is protected the moment you put it back in.