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Walter Verreydt - 2023 Lattice

Walter Verreydt - 2023 Lattice

Overview

Walter Verreydt built his first guitars in 1985. He was primarily a woodworking teacher, and his love for music led him to make his first guitar and become a luthier. Since 1988 Walter teaches classical guitar making at the “Centrum voor Muziekinstrumentenbouw” in Puurs (Belgium). He studied many guitars of famous luthiers like Ignacio Fleta, Robert Bouchet, Hernandez y Aguado, and many more. His excellent relationships with Daniel Friederich and José Romanillos helped him in the development of his own ideas. His guitars are handmade in the Spanish tradition, and every instrument is the product of his personal growth and ongoing studies.

This Walter Verreydt guitar, with its lattice bracing, stands as a grandiose achievement in the realm of concert instruments, exuding sophistication and completeness in every aspect. The guitar's exceptional sonority and response set it apart, but it's the breadth of tonal colors that truly captivates and inspires. Each note played on this guitar resonates with a unique vibrancy, offering a spectrum of sound that is both vast and nuanced. The first E-string, in particular, is remarkable for its liveliness and freedom, allowing it to express its singing voice with impressive ease. This quality makes the guitar not only a joy to play but also a versatile instrument, capable of handling a wide range of musical styles and expressions with finesse. It should also be emphasized that the sides of this guitar are reinforced with a double layer of cypress, enhancing its structural integrity and significantly boosting its sound projection.

The overall balance and sustain of this Verreydt guitar are equally noteworthy, enhancing its standing as a top-tier instrument. The excellent playability of the guitar, facilitated by its well-considered design and build, ensures that it can be played comfortably for extended periods, making it ideal for both practice and performance. The meticulous attention to detail in its construction and the quality of materials used contribute to its exceptional sound and playability. This Verreydt guitar is special in every respect, highly recommended for any player seeking a superior and inspiring instrument.

Luthier: Walter Verreydt
Construction year: 2023
Top: Spruce
Back and sides: Indian rosewood
Scale: 650 mm
Nut: 51 mm
Weight: 1545 grams
Air body frequency: G
Tuners: Scheller
Strings: Knobloch EDC 34.0
Case: Hiscox Pro II
Condition: New
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    Construction Year: 2023
    Construction Type: Lattice
    Top: Cedar
    Back and Sides: Madagascar rosewood
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    Air Body Frequency: G
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    Body Finish: Lacquer
    Air Body Frequency: F
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    Tuner: Kris Barnett
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    Construction Type: Traditional
    Top: Spruce
    Back and Sides: Flamed Maple
    Soundboard Finish: French polish
    Body Finish: French polish
    Air Body Frequency: G sharp / A
    Weight (g): 1550
    Tuner: Fustero
    Condition: New
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    Top: Spruce
    Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
    Soundboard Finish: French polish
    Body Finish: French polish
    Air Body Frequency: G
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    Tuner: Rubner
    Condition: New
  • Luthier: José Salinas
    Construction Year: 2026
    Construction Type: Traditional
    Top: Spruce
    Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
    Soundboard Finish: Lacquer
    Body Finish: Lacquer
    Air Body Frequency: F sharp / G
    Weight (g): 1550
    Tuner: Aparicio
    Condition: New
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    Construction Type: Lattice
    Top: Cedar
    Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
    Soundboard Finish: Nitrocellulose
    Body Finish: Polyurethane
    Air Body Frequency: G / G sharp
    Weight (g): 2460
    Tuner: Alessi
    Condition: Excellent
  • Luthier: Dario Garcia
    Construction Year: 2026
    Construction Type: Lattice
    Top: Cedar
    Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
    Soundboard Finish: French polish
    Body Finish: French polish
    Air Body Frequency: F sharp / G
    Weight (g): 1600
    Tuner: Gotoh
    Condition: New
  • Luthier: Dominique Field
    Construction Year: 1989
    Construction Type: Traditional
    Top: Spruce
    Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
    Soundboard Finish: French polish
    Body Finish: French polish
    Air Body Frequency: G sharp
    Weight (g): 1520
    Tuner: Sloane
    Condition: Very good
  • Luthier: Rafal Turkowiak
    Construction Year: 2026
    Construction Type: Double-Top Guitars
    Back and Sides: Amboyna Burl
    Soundboard Finish: Lacquer
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    Construction Year: 1955
    Construction Type: Flamenco
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    Top: Spruce
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    Body Finish: French polish
    Air Body Frequency: F
    Weight (g): 1185
    Tuner: Fustero
    Condition: Excellent

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