Juan Alexander Grupalli - 2025 - Cedar/Indian
Juan Alexander Grupalli - 2025 - Cedar/Indian
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About the luthier
Juan Alexander Grupalli began his journey in guitar making in 1998, studying with Joaquín García Fernández and Stephen Hill. He later attended the lutherie school in San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina, and went on to complete a formal diploma in guitar making at Newark College in the United Kingdom in 2009. In addition to building, he is also active in restoration work, which continually informs and develops his craftsmanship. Inspired by the great masters Antonio de Torres, Hermann Hauser, and Ignacio Fleta, Grupalli builds guitars using traditional construction methods and carefully seasoned tonewoods. He is currently based in Mirecourt, France, a town with a long and distinguished history of instrument making, where he continues to refine his art.About the guitar
This 2025 instrument is built with a striking cedar soundboard and Indian rosewood back and sides and finished with French polish. The guitar strong and balanced tonal foundation. With a 650 mm scale length, 52.5 mm nut, and a moderate weight of 1480 grams, the guitar combines comfortable playability with excellent projection. It is equipped with Fustero tuners. Tonally, the instrument presents a brilliant and clear voice that exceeds the typical expectations of cedar. The sound is both open and bell-like, with fast response and excellent sustain. Its tonal palette allows for a wide range of colors, while its quick articulation supports demanding passages with ease. The overall impression is of an expressive concert guitar that unites warmth, clarity, and projection in equal measure. Visually, the instrument demonstrates Grupalli’s thoughtful approach to aesthetics, particularly in the rosette design, where careful attention to mosaic patterns and color combinations creates a harmonious contrast with the cedar top. This new 2025 model is a fine example of Grupalli’s mature style: a traditional guitar of refined beauty, distinctive character, and compelling sound.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.