Manuel Rodriguez 4/4 ACADEMIA Exótica Santos Spruce satin
Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Solid Spruce / Santos Rosewood Classical Guitar – Satin Finish
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Exótica Santos Pavo Real is a beautifully handcrafted classical guitar that highlights traditional Spanish luthiery with elegant modern detail. Built with a solid European spruce top and laminated Santos rosewood back and sides, it produces a bright, resonant tone with excellent articulation and sustain—perfect for expressive classical playing across all levels.
Equipped with a genuine Spanish heel, a factory-fitted GEWA armrest, and a mahogany neck reinforced with ebony, the EX-SS offers a premium playing experience. Additional features such as a 12-hole bridge design, vintage bone nut and saddle, and gold-plated tuners further elevate this instrument. Finished in an eco-friendly satin varnish, this guitar is handcrafted in Europe and built for tone, comfort, and durability.
Key Features
- Solid Spruce Top: European spruce delivers a bright, focused tone with excellent projection.
- Laminated Santos Rosewood Back & Sides: Striking grain with warm tonal support and visual elegance.
- Mahogany Neck with Ebony Reinforcement: Enhances strength, sustain, and stability.
- Ovangkol Fingerboard & Bridge: Smooth feel and durable tonewood for optimal playability and response.
- 12-Hole Bridge Design: Improves string tension and reduces slippage.
- Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest: Increases comfort and allows free vibration of the soundboard.
- Vintage Bone Nut & Saddle: Hand-filed, unbleached bone ensures clarity and long sustain.
- Traditional Spanish Heel: One-piece neck design for enhanced tonal transfer and build stability.
- Eco-Friendly Satin Finish: Water-based polyurethane varnish offers a natural aesthetic and durable protection.
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, 12-Hole Design |
| Neck Joint | Spanish Heel |
| Nut & Saddle | Vintage (Unbleached) Bone, Compensated Saddle |
| Binding | Mahogany |
| Rosette | Wooden Mosaic |
| Tuners | Gold-Plated with Black Buttons |
| Strings | Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special (Carbon Trebles) |
| Finish | Satin, Water-Based ECO Polyurethane |
| Special Features | Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest |
| Made In | Europe |
| GEWA Item Number | 501.352 |
Why Choose the ACADEMIA EX-SS?
- Bright, Articulate Sound: Spruce top offers brilliant highs and responsive tone ideal for classical performance.
- Spanish Tradition: Handcrafted with a genuine Spanish heel and artisan detailing.
- Eco-Conscious Build: Satin finish uses water-based varnish for a natural feel and environmental consideration.
- Enhanced Comfort: GEWA armrest improves ergonomics while preserving the soundboard's full vibration range.
Craftsmanship Meets Comfort and Clarity
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS combines timeless Spanish guitar-making techniques with innovative design features for enhanced playability. Whether for study, studio, or stage, this instrument offers outstanding tone, aesthetics, and value in one cohesive build.
Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Solid Spruce / Santos Rosewood Classical Guitar – Satin Finish
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Exótica Santos Pavo Real is a beautifully handcrafted classical guitar that highlights traditional Spanish luthiery with elegant modern detail. Built with a solid European spruce top and laminated Santos rosewood back and sides, it produces a bright, resonant tone with excellent articulation and sustain—perfect for expressive classical playing across all levels.
Equipped with a genuine Spanish heel, a factory-fitted GEWA armrest, and a mahogany neck reinforced with ebony, the EX-SS offers a premium playing experience. Additional features such as a 12-hole bridge design, vintage bone nut and saddle, and gold-plated tuners further elevate this instrument. Finished in an eco-friendly satin varnish, this guitar is handcrafted in Europe and built for tone, comfort, and durability.
Key Features
- Solid Spruce Top: European spruce delivers a bright, focused tone with excellent projection.
- Laminated Santos Rosewood Back & Sides: Striking grain with warm tonal support and visual elegance.
- Mahogany Neck with Ebony Reinforcement: Enhances strength, sustain, and stability.
- Ovangkol Fingerboard & Bridge: Smooth feel and durable tonewood for optimal playability and response.
- 12-Hole Bridge Design: Improves string tension and reduces slippage.
- Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest: Increases comfort and allows free vibration of the soundboard.
- Vintage Bone Nut & Saddle: Hand-filed, unbleached bone ensures clarity and long sustain.
- Traditional Spanish Heel: One-piece neck design for enhanced tonal transfer and build stability.
- Eco-Friendly Satin Finish: Water-based polyurethane varnish offers a natural aesthetic and durable protection.
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, 12-Hole Design |
| Neck Joint | Spanish Heel |
| Nut & Saddle | Vintage (Unbleached) Bone, Compensated Saddle |
| Binding | Mahogany |
| Rosette | Wooden Mosaic |
| Tuners | Gold-Plated with Black Buttons |
| Strings | Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special (Carbon Trebles) |
| Finish | Satin, Water-Based ECO Polyurethane |
| Special Features | Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest |
| Made In | Europe |
| GEWA Item Number | 501.352 |
Why Choose the ACADEMIA EX-SS?
- Bright, Articulate Sound: Spruce top offers brilliant highs and responsive tone ideal for classical performance.
- Spanish Tradition: Handcrafted with a genuine Spanish heel and artisan detailing.
- Eco-Conscious Build: Satin finish uses water-based varnish for a natural feel and environmental consideration.
- Enhanced Comfort: GEWA armrest improves ergonomics while preserving the soundboard's full vibration range.
Craftsmanship Meets Comfort and Clarity
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS combines timeless Spanish guitar-making techniques with innovative design features for enhanced playability. Whether for study, studio, or stage, this instrument offers outstanding tone, aesthetics, and value in one cohesive build.
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$202.14Description
Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Solid Spruce / Santos Rosewood Classical Guitar – Satin Finish
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS Exótica Santos Pavo Real is a beautifully handcrafted classical guitar that highlights traditional Spanish luthiery with elegant modern detail. Built with a solid European spruce top and laminated Santos rosewood back and sides, it produces a bright, resonant tone with excellent articulation and sustain—perfect for expressive classical playing across all levels.
Equipped with a genuine Spanish heel, a factory-fitted GEWA armrest, and a mahogany neck reinforced with ebony, the EX-SS offers a premium playing experience. Additional features such as a 12-hole bridge design, vintage bone nut and saddle, and gold-plated tuners further elevate this instrument. Finished in an eco-friendly satin varnish, this guitar is handcrafted in Europe and built for tone, comfort, and durability.
Key Features
- Solid Spruce Top: European spruce delivers a bright, focused tone with excellent projection.
- Laminated Santos Rosewood Back & Sides: Striking grain with warm tonal support and visual elegance.
- Mahogany Neck with Ebony Reinforcement: Enhances strength, sustain, and stability.
- Ovangkol Fingerboard & Bridge: Smooth feel and durable tonewood for optimal playability and response.
- 12-Hole Bridge Design: Improves string tension and reduces slippage.
- Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest: Increases comfort and allows free vibration of the soundboard.
- Vintage Bone Nut & Saddle: Hand-filed, unbleached bone ensures clarity and long sustain.
- Traditional Spanish Heel: One-piece neck design for enhanced tonal transfer and build stability.
- Eco-Friendly Satin Finish: Water-based polyurethane varnish offers a natural aesthetic and durable protection.
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, 12-Hole Design |
| Neck Joint | Spanish Heel |
| Nut & Saddle | Vintage (Unbleached) Bone, Compensated Saddle |
| Binding | Mahogany |
| Rosette | Wooden Mosaic |
| Tuners | Gold-Plated with Black Buttons |
| Strings | Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special (Carbon Trebles) |
| Finish | Satin, Water-Based ECO Polyurethane |
| Special Features | Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest |
| Made In | Europe |
| GEWA Item Number | 501.352 |
Why Choose the ACADEMIA EX-SS?
- Bright, Articulate Sound: Spruce top offers brilliant highs and responsive tone ideal for classical performance.
- Spanish Tradition: Handcrafted with a genuine Spanish heel and artisan detailing.
- Eco-Conscious Build: Satin finish uses water-based varnish for a natural feel and environmental consideration.
- Enhanced Comfort: GEWA armrest improves ergonomics while preserving the soundboard's full vibration range.
Craftsmanship Meets Comfort and Clarity
The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS combines timeless Spanish guitar-making techniques with innovative design features for enhanced playability. Whether for study, studio, or stage, this instrument offers outstanding tone, aesthetics, and value in one cohesive build.
