Stephan Connor - 2024 Lattice 64 cm
Stephan Connor - 2024 Lattice 64 cm
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About the luthier
Stephan Connor is one of the most sought after luthiers in the US. His guitars are regularly played in concerts around the world by first class artists such as the Assad brothers, Eliot Fisk, Angel Romero, the Amadeus Guitar Duo and many more. Stephan has specialized in building high quality concert classical guitars since 1994. He uses the absolute finest materials possible in order to build instruments with robust projection while maintaining a beautiful, versatile voice. The aesthetic of his guitars is rooted in the Spanish tradition. However, his bracing patterns and other elements that control the sound have evolved and are distinctly his own.
About the guitar
This Stephan Connor Lattice 64 cm from 2024, number 507, is a modern concert classical guitar with a spruce top and back and sides made of rare, dense live oak. The maker gave this instrument the name Iron Sides because of the particularly dense live oak used for the back and sides. The matte lacquer finish keeps the appearance clear and understated, allowing the unusual wood to remain central to the guitar’s identity.
The voice is exceptionally expansive, with a sound that fills the room with ease while remaining round, supported and beautifully controlled. Its lattice construction gives the guitar immediate response and impressive carrying power, yet the sound does not lose warmth or substance. The low end is firm and well supported, the dynamic range is convincing, and even quiet playing retains a solid tonal core. The first string has a singing quality that gives melodic lines a natural presence, while the overall balance remains intact across the registers.
With its 640 mm scale, 50 mm nut width and one of the most comfortable elevated fingerboard constructions, this Connor offers a particularly inviting playing experience. It combines power with refinement, projection with roundness and modern concert capability with a tactile sense of ease, making it a compelling instrument for players who need a large sound without sacrificing colour, control or comfort.
Condition
The guitar is in excellent condition with minimal wear marks. There is a small ding behind the bridge from the first string, with wear otherwise consistent with the most careful use. The instrument remains in original condition.
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.