Manuel Rodriguez 4/4 ACADEMIA Exótica Santos Spruce Highgloss
Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Solid Spruce / Santos Rosewood Classical Guitar – High Gloss Finish
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Exótica Santos Pavo Real is a handcrafted classical guitar designed for those who appreciate the clarity of spruce and the beauty of traditional Spanish craftsmanship. Built with a solid European spruce top and laminated Santos rosewood back and sides, this instrument produces a bright, articulate tone with strong projection and balanced resonance. Finished with an eco-friendly high-gloss polyurethane coating, the EX-SS is both visually elegant and sonically refined.
Featuring a genuine Spanish heel construction for improved tonal transfer and long-term structural integrity, the guitar includes a mahogany neck with ebony reinforcement, Ovangkol fingerboard and bridge, and a factory-fitted GEWA armrest for enhanced comfort and resonance. Handmade in Europe, the ACADEMIA EX-SS exemplifies expert luthiery and performance-driven design at an exceptional value.
Key Features
- Solid Spruce Top: European spruce offers crisp, clear tone with excellent projection and responsiveness.
- Laminated Santos Rosewood Back & Sides: Eye-catching grain and tonal depth suited for classical and fingerstyle genres.
- Mahogany Neck with Ebony Reinforcement: Adds strength, sustain, and traditional tone profile.
- Ovangkol Fingerboard & Bridge: Durable tonewood with smooth texture and excellent tonal transfer.
- Vintage Bone Nut & Saddle: Hand-shaped from unbleached bone for accurate intonation and clarity.
- Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest: Enhances comfort while allowing the top to vibrate freely and naturally.
- Spanish Heel Construction: Traditional neck joint ensures solid build and optimal resonance.
- High Gloss ECO Finish: Water-based polyurethane enhances wood beauty and protects the instrument naturally.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | ACADEMIA EX-SS |
| Size | 4/4 (Full Size) |
| Scale Length | 650 mm (25.6") |
| Nut Width | 52 mm (2.05") |
| Top | Solid European Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Laminated Santos Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany with Ebony Reinforcement |
| Fingerboard | Ovangkol |
| Bridge | Ovangkol |
| Neck Joint | Spanish Heel |
| Nut & Saddle | Vintage (Unbleached) Bone, Compensated Saddle |
| Binding | Wood (Mahogany) |
| Rosette | Wooden Mosaic |
| Tuners | Gold-Plated with Black Buttons |
| Strings | Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special (Carbon Trebles) |
| Finish | High Gloss, Eco-Friendly Polyurethane |
| Special Features | Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest |
| Made In | Europe |
| GEWA Item Number | 501.356 |
Why Choose the ACADEMIA EX-SS?
- Bright, Dynamic Tone: Solid spruce top paired with Santos rosewood delivers clear highs and defined mids.
- Authentic Spanish Construction: Handcrafted in Europe using the traditional Spanish heel joint.
- Eco-Conscious Design: Satin gloss finish uses water-based varnish for safety and beauty.
- Enhanced Playability: GEWA armrest and quality materials provide comfort and responsiveness for extended sessions.
Inspired by Spanish Tradition, Built for the Modern Player
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS is a concert-worthy classical guitar with vibrant tonal character, elegant presentation, and practical design improvements. Ideal for students, educators, and performance-focused guitarists, it’s a refined instrument rooted in 115+ years of Madrid luthiery excellence.
Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Solid Spruce / Santos Rosewood Classical Guitar – High Gloss Finish
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Exótica Santos Pavo Real is a handcrafted classical guitar designed for those who appreciate the clarity of spruce and the beauty of traditional Spanish craftsmanship. Built with a solid European spruce top and laminated Santos rosewood back and sides, this instrument produces a bright, articulate tone with strong projection and balanced resonance. Finished with an eco-friendly high-gloss polyurethane coating, the EX-SS is both visually elegant and sonically refined.
Featuring a genuine Spanish heel construction for improved tonal transfer and long-term structural integrity, the guitar includes a mahogany neck with ebony reinforcement, Ovangkol fingerboard and bridge, and a factory-fitted GEWA armrest for enhanced comfort and resonance. Handmade in Europe, the ACADEMIA EX-SS exemplifies expert luthiery and performance-driven design at an exceptional value.
Key Features
- Solid Spruce Top: European spruce offers crisp, clear tone with excellent projection and responsiveness.
- Laminated Santos Rosewood Back & Sides: Eye-catching grain and tonal depth suited for classical and fingerstyle genres.
- Mahogany Neck with Ebony Reinforcement: Adds strength, sustain, and traditional tone profile.
- Ovangkol Fingerboard & Bridge: Durable tonewood with smooth texture and excellent tonal transfer.
- Vintage Bone Nut & Saddle: Hand-shaped from unbleached bone for accurate intonation and clarity.
- Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest: Enhances comfort while allowing the top to vibrate freely and naturally.
- Spanish Heel Construction: Traditional neck joint ensures solid build and optimal resonance.
- High Gloss ECO Finish: Water-based polyurethane enhances wood beauty and protects the instrument naturally.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | ACADEMIA EX-SS |
| Size | 4/4 (Full Size) |
| Scale Length | 650 mm (25.6") |
| Nut Width | 52 mm (2.05") |
| Top | Solid European Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Laminated Santos Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany with Ebony Reinforcement |
| Fingerboard | Ovangkol |
| Bridge | Ovangkol |
| Neck Joint | Spanish Heel |
| Nut & Saddle | Vintage (Unbleached) Bone, Compensated Saddle |
| Binding | Wood (Mahogany) |
| Rosette | Wooden Mosaic |
| Tuners | Gold-Plated with Black Buttons |
| Strings | Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special (Carbon Trebles) |
| Finish | High Gloss, Eco-Friendly Polyurethane |
| Special Features | Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest |
| Made In | Europe |
| GEWA Item Number | 501.356 |
Why Choose the ACADEMIA EX-SS?
- Bright, Dynamic Tone: Solid spruce top paired with Santos rosewood delivers clear highs and defined mids.
- Authentic Spanish Construction: Handcrafted in Europe using the traditional Spanish heel joint.
- Eco-Conscious Design: Satin gloss finish uses water-based varnish for safety and beauty.
- Enhanced Playability: GEWA armrest and quality materials provide comfort and responsiveness for extended sessions.
Inspired by Spanish Tradition, Built for the Modern Player
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS is a concert-worthy classical guitar with vibrant tonal character, elegant presentation, and practical design improvements. Ideal for students, educators, and performance-focused guitarists, it’s a refined instrument rooted in 115+ years of Madrid luthiery excellence.
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Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Solid Spruce / Santos Rosewood Classical Guitar – High Gloss Finish
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Exótica Santos Pavo Real is a handcrafted classical guitar designed for those who appreciate the clarity of spruce and the beauty of traditional Spanish craftsmanship. Built with a solid European spruce top and laminated Santos rosewood back and sides, this instrument produces a bright, articulate tone with strong projection and balanced resonance. Finished with an eco-friendly high-gloss polyurethane coating, the EX-SS is both visually elegant and sonically refined.
Featuring a genuine Spanish heel construction for improved tonal transfer and long-term structural integrity, the guitar includes a mahogany neck with ebony reinforcement, Ovangkol fingerboard and bridge, and a factory-fitted GEWA armrest for enhanced comfort and resonance. Handmade in Europe, the ACADEMIA EX-SS exemplifies expert luthiery and performance-driven design at an exceptional value.
Key Features
- Solid Spruce Top: European spruce offers crisp, clear tone with excellent projection and responsiveness.
- Laminated Santos Rosewood Back & Sides: Eye-catching grain and tonal depth suited for classical and fingerstyle genres.
- Mahogany Neck with Ebony Reinforcement: Adds strength, sustain, and traditional tone profile.
- Ovangkol Fingerboard & Bridge: Durable tonewood with smooth texture and excellent tonal transfer.
- Vintage Bone Nut & Saddle: Hand-shaped from unbleached bone for accurate intonation and clarity.
- Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest: Enhances comfort while allowing the top to vibrate freely and naturally.
- Spanish Heel Construction: Traditional neck joint ensures solid build and optimal resonance.
- High Gloss ECO Finish: Water-based polyurethane enhances wood beauty and protects the instrument naturally.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | ACADEMIA EX-SS |
| Size | 4/4 (Full Size) |
| Scale Length | 650 mm (25.6") |
| Nut Width | 52 mm (2.05") |
| Top | Solid European Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Laminated Santos Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany with Ebony Reinforcement |
| Fingerboard | Ovangkol |
| Bridge | Ovangkol |
| Neck Joint | Spanish Heel |
| Nut & Saddle | Vintage (Unbleached) Bone, Compensated Saddle |
| Binding | Wood (Mahogany) |
| Rosette | Wooden Mosaic |
| Tuners | Gold-Plated with Black Buttons |
| Strings | Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special (Carbon Trebles) |
| Finish | High Gloss, Eco-Friendly Polyurethane |
| Special Features | Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest |
| Made In | Europe |
| GEWA Item Number | 501.356 |
Why Choose the ACADEMIA EX-SS?
- Bright, Dynamic Tone: Solid spruce top paired with Santos rosewood delivers clear highs and defined mids.
- Authentic Spanish Construction: Handcrafted in Europe using the traditional Spanish heel joint.
- Eco-Conscious Design: Satin gloss finish uses water-based varnish for safety and beauty.
- Enhanced Playability: GEWA armrest and quality materials provide comfort and responsiveness for extended sessions.
Inspired by Spanish Tradition, Built for the Modern Player
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS is a concert-worthy classical guitar with vibrant tonal character, elegant presentation, and practical design improvements. Ideal for students, educators, and performance-focused guitarists, it’s a refined instrument rooted in 115+ years of Madrid luthiery excellence.
