I have four classical concert models. A conventional classical and flamenco body, as well as a new model where the elevated fingerboard is only on the treble upper bout, leaving the bass side in the conventional format. In addition to this, from time to time, and out of inspiration, I create a series of one-of-a-kind artist guitars which are artistically decorated in the style of well-known artists.
My “Artist” guitars have celebrated the painter Piet Mondrian. Sculptor Constantine Brancusi. The African Ndebele Tribe art. Andres Segovia’s Santos Hernandez guitar and Augustine Barios’ Domingo Esteso guitar
Constructed as either a replica or a compilation of the works of the best of Spanish luthiers such as Santos Hernández, Marcello Barbero, Domingo Esteso and Robert Bouchet. My concert classical guitars are loud, with great clarity, well-balanced sound with beautiful overtones.
This is a new design where the soundboard slopes down only on the treble side, retaining the conventional classical soundboard design on the bass upper bout.
This modern design has the advantage of providing easier reach into the upper treble frets while retaining all the sound attributes of my traditional instruments.
An added benefit is an increase in sustain of the upper treble notes due to fingerboard support up to the 19th fret.
“Rodney Stedall guitars have a traditional feel combined with a sound that projects to the back of any concert hall. A rich tone with clear warm treble and full-bodied bass. Well balanced and a joy to play”.
Constructed following Spanish master builders Santos Hernández, Domingo Esteso, and Marcello Barbero, my flamenco guitars have the design elements that perfected the true, sensitive and raspy flamenco sound. Perfect for accompaniment to flamenco cante (song) and baile (dance).
My mentor was the late Eugene Clark, who had a deep understanding of the construction methods used by some of the best Spanish flamenco luthiers.
Spanish cypress is the traditional flamenco tone wood. I have recently had comparable results using alternate cypress species and even some local New Zealand native pines. We can work together to design the flamenco guitar of your dreams.
The light construction and low playing action make my flamenco guitars remarkably easy to play.
These flamenco guitars respond instantly to the player’s wishes for volume, colour and musical mood.
Uniquely Designed Guitars
