© Rodney Stedall Guitars 2021
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I have five concert classical models. A basic conventional classical and flamenco body. An elevated fingerboard model as well as two new models where the elevated fingerboard is only on the treble upper bout, leaving the bass side in the conventional format. In addition to this I have a series of one-of-a-kind artist guitars which are artistically decorated in the style of well known artists.
An example of an artist collection guitar under construction is shown here, where the beautiful African pink ivory wood is used in the rosette and bindings.
The handmade rosette is inspired by the Dutch artist Piet Mondrian whose abstract paintings were made up of coloured squares and rectangles.
Constructed as either a replica or a compilation of the works of the best of Spanish luthiers such as Santos Hernández, Marcello Barbero and Antonio de Torres. My concert classical guitars have great clarity and a well-balanced sound with beautiful overtones.
In this range, I also offer an elevated fingerboard design. 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.
I am now able to offer two new models where the elevated fingerboard only appears on the treble side, (more correctly named a down -sloping treble bout) These models retain a conventional appearance on the base upper bout.
“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 will 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.
Rodney Stedall
Many years ago I started restoring old stringed instruments and shortly afterwards completed my first steel-string flat-top guitar by following the instructions in a book. This instrument sparked the beginning of my lutherie career and I still play it daily.
© Rodney Stedall Guitars 2021
Designed & Managed by Oraco Solutions Limited
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