Gerardo Centonze - 2024 ON HOLD
Gerardo Centonze - 2024 ON HOLD
Overview
Overview
Gerardo Centonze, born in 1986 in Taranto, Italy, is a distinguished luthier known for his exceptional craftsmanship in guitar making. Initially self-taught, his formal journey in lutherie began in 2013 at the Civic School of Lutherie in Milan, where he mastered the construction techniques of various plucked instruments. In 2017, Centonze’s dedication and skill were recognized with a Master Luthier diploma. He further honed his craft under the guidance of Maestro Mirko Borghino, focusing on archtop and acoustic guitars. Returning to Milan in 2018, Centonze deepened his expertise in classical guitar making during a significant tenure in Maestro Lorenzo Lippi’s workshop. This period marked not only a refinement of his technique but also the establishment of his own workshop in Milan, where he began creating classical guitars and restoring vintage instruments. His work gained notable recognition at the Rome Expo Guitar (REG) in 2021 and 2022, and in 2023, he was awarded the 3rd prize at the “VI Marin Montero guitar building competition.” Centonze’s building philosophy, heavily influenced by the great Spanish school, is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a contemporary aesthetic sensibility. His commitment to traditional craftsmanship is evident in his use of French polishing for all his instruments, showcasing a perfect blend of classical techniques and modern design.
Gerardo’s approach to guitar building is a harmonious fusion of traditional Spanish design with hints of contemporary French craftsmanship, resulting in an instrument that is both structurally sound and tonally exquisite. His philosophy is evident in every aspect of the guitar, from its internal bracing to its choice of tonewoods.
Gerardo's building philosophy draws heavily from traditional Spanish models, evident in the structural elements of his guitars. The soundboard features seven fan braces, with the outermost two passing through openings in the lower harmonic bar, and an additional four braces in the upper bout that fan away from the heel, which extends to the soundhole for added fingerboard support. The guitar’s impressive craftsmanship and focused tonal qualities have earned it recognition and accolades, making it a truly remarkable instrument.
| Luthier: | Gerardo Centonze |
| Construction year: | 2024 |
| Construction type: | Traditional |
| Top: | Spruce |
| Back and sides: | Indian rosewood |
| Finish: | French polish |
| Air body frequency: | F # / G |
| Scale: | 650 mm |
| Nut: | 51.5 mm |
| Weight: | 1560 grams |
| Tuners: | Gotoh |
| Strings: | Knobloch - EDC 34.0 |
| Condition: | New |
| Case: | Gigbag |
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