Marco Maguolo - 2022 - Ducale 10 strings Nr.279
Marco Maguolo - 2022 - Ducale 10 strings Nr.279
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About the luthier
Marco Maguolo was born in Mestre, near Venice, in 1976. After attending technical schools, his passion for the guitar led him to build his first instrument under the guidance of Maestro M. Novelli. In the autumn of 2003, he devoted himself entirely to making classical guitars. Alongside guitar making, Maguolo expanded his lutherie skills by attending a bow service and repair course at the Civica Scuola di Liuteria di Milano with Maestro Pietro Cavalazzi, and a violin-making course at the Scuola di Liuteria di Pieve di Cento in Bologna under Maestro Marcello Bellei. Since 2004, his waiting list has grown steadily, and his guitars, played in concerts worldwide, have earned recognition for their tonal qualities and projection.About the guitar
The “Ducale” model is Marco Maguolo’s concert guitar, conceived as both the culmination of his ongoing “La Concerto” project and a tribute to his native Venice and to Italy. The rosette design is inspired by the colonnades of the city’s Ducal Palace, while the purfling incorporates the colours of the Italian flag. The philosophy behind the model is to create a strong yet lightweight structure for the neck, sides, and back, supporting a light and highly responsive soundboard. The bracing design is original, producing an instrument that is reactive and versatile like a modern guitar, yet offering a warm, woody, and changeable tone. This particular instrument, No. 279, is a 10-string variant of the Ducale. Built in 2022 with a spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, it is fitted with custom Alessi tuners and finished in French polish. The extended range is handled with exceptional playability and even response across all strings. Its tonal palette is wide and colourful, capable of producing both warm and sharp timbres. Like other Ducale guitars, it has deep, resonant basses with a harp-like quality, balanced mids, and rich trebles full of harmonics and expression.Condition
This guitar is in excellent condition, showing only minimal playing marks.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.