“For the TANGIER models, available with both nylon and steel strings, the challenge was to carefully scale the body—particularly its thickness—to achieve the broadest possible tonal range and depth, despite the instrument’s smaller size and overall volume compared to a traditional guitar. The guitar was conceived primarily for amplified use with a piezo pickup, and the entire design was developed with that context in mind from the very beginning. At the same time, the construction follows traditional archtop methods. The soundboard is hand-carved from solid wood and features parallel bracing. The nut width and neck dimensions, which you’ll find listed in the technical specs for each instrument, were designed to give players a comfortable, responsive feel. The idea was to allow fluid movement across different musical styles, whether using nylon or steel strings, while preserving the familiar feel of a traditional neck. The aim—which I believe has been successfully met—was to create an instrument that is both innovative in concept and rooted in the classic archtop tradition, with a design I hope will be appreciated for its originality.”… Let’s Play“Roma” – Figured poplar and curly maple sides“POPS” – Lombardy poplar top & back, flamed maple sides.“HABIBI” – Yew back&sides, spruce soundboard. Nylon strings.“280SL” – Flamed maple back&sides, spruce soundboard“Dunes” – Semihollow, mahogany body, spruce top.
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