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Zbigniew Gnatek - 2023

Zbigniew Gnatek - 2023

Overview

Zbigniew Gnatek is a renowned Australian luthier in Sydney, Australia. His guitars are exciting and highly sought after. He builds instruments at the highest level and perfectly combines the tradition of European guitar building with the extraordinary sound characteristics of Australian lattice construction. His commitment to a powerful yet sonorous and colorful tone and impeccable craftsmanship has earned him immense international success, and his waiting list now extends over many years. His guitars are, therefore, rare gems.

This 2023 Zbigniew Gnatek guitar represents an impressive achievement in the field of luthiery, striking a balance between aesthetic grace and excellent craftsmanship. Hailing from Australia, this instrument distinguishes itself from other regional models through its lightweight lattice-based construction. The guitar's soundboard is expertly made from high-quality cedar. Meanwhile, the back and sides are fashioned from Madagascar rosewood, a wood that is as visually stunning as it is tonally resonant. This careful selection and combination of tonewoods yield an instrument with an acoustic quality that matches its aesthetic appeal. This Gnatek model provides superior treble frequencies rich in harmonics and overtones regarding tonal output. The bass frequencies are direct and crisp, contributing to a balanced and dynamic sound profile appropriate for various concert scenarios. Notably, the instrument possesses exceptional volume, making it suitable for multiple playing formats, from intimate settings to larger concert environments. This guitar is in almost mint condition except for some small signs of use typically seen in pre-loved instruments. Thus, with its visual and sonic artistry integration, this Zbigniew Gnatek guitar serves as a testament to its maker's meticulous craftsmanship and is primed to deliver a superior musical experience to its player.

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Luthier: Zbigniew Gnatek
Construction year: 2023
Top: Cedar
Back and sides: Madagascar rosewood
Scale: 650 mm
Nut: 52 mm
Weight: 1810 grams
Air body frequency: F#/G
Tuners: Alessi
Strings: Knobloch EDC 34.0
Case: Hiscox Pro II "Siccas Guitars" Edition
Condition: New
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Video overview

Zbigniew Gnatek 2023 Classical Guitar Review
Try To Describe The Sound | The Weekly Guitar Meeting #58 - Adalid, Perry, Gnatek, Schebesta

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