Oreste Lohs - 2025 Nr. 22
Oreste Lohs - 2025 Nr. 22
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About the luthier
Oreste Lohs is a young guitar maker from northern Italy, based in Arco near Lake Garda. After studying with Daniele Chiesa, he developed a personal building philosophy rooted in tradition, craftsmanship and a sensitive understanding of sound. He produces only a small number of guitars each year and gives each instrument his complete attention. Oreste works extensively with hand tools and uses hot hide glue throughout the entire construction, since he values direct contact with the wood and the clarity that traditional methods bring to his decisions.
While the influence of Daniele Chiesa and the Granadan school is present in his work, Oreste’s guitars already show a distinct personal identity. His approach brings together disciplined technique, respect for tradition and a calm artistic intuition. The result is a body of work in which a traditional sound ideal is shaped with individuality and intention, and each instrument is conceived as a complete and coherent musical tool.
About the guitar
This guitar, numbered 22nd, is built with a red spruce soundboard from Trentino Alto Adige felled in 2006 and Madagascar rosewood for the back and sides seasoned since 2001. All parts of the instrument are assembled with hot hide glue. The soundboard carries seven fan braces, two closing bars and a harmonic bar beneath the fretboard in the upper bout region. The rosette is inspired by Romanillos and executed with precision and clarity. The plantilla remains consistent with Oreste’s overall style, and the headstock is influenced by Torres, slightly narrower than the original outline and shaped with quiet elegance. The guitar is finished entirely in French polish and fitted with Alessi tuners.
The sound of this instrument is sweet and lyrical, with expressive nuance appearing even at a gentle attack. Notes respond quickly and connect with ease across all registers, so that phrases flow naturally under the hands. The guitar projects with assurance without needing to be driven hard, and colour changes arise readily with subtle right hand movement, offering a wide palette without effort. Playability is one of its strong points. The instrument settles comfortably in the hands and supports relaxed, fluid phrasing from the first touch. Visually and sonically, this guitar presents refinement, coherence and a personal artistic voice. It is an inviting choice for players who seek a traditionally voiced concert instrument shaped with care, sensitivity and clear intention.
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