The hand built SoloEtte Classical guitar is
designed to provide the details and authenticity required by the practicing
classical guitarist so you will find that there are exactly 19 frets, no side
dot markers, a scale length of 25 ½ inches (647.7mm), a nut width of 52mm (2.05 inches) and the string spacing at the saddle is 57mm (2 ¼ inches) and the
action comes set to the proper classical string height and is adjustable.
There is nothing small or hybrid about the neck. It
is the full standard classical guitar neck and with the frame attached, the
SoloEtte body simulates the full size Torres classic guitar shape in your lap
and balances beautifully.
The medium size frame piece, which supports your
right arm, is the edge outline of your guitar and you can rest the weight of
your arm on it so your fingertips will hover over the strings right where you
would expect. The smaller frame piece in the upper left bout tilts back and
affects the depth of the guitar. This is a great feature that pushes the guitar
forward a bit so it will lie in the proper plane and not lay back on your chest
or point at the ceiling.
You do not need to use a guitar strap and the head
does not swing down toward the floor every time you let go of the neck, like
some other travel guitars and because the tuners are at the “other end”, this
guitar is 5 inches shorter than “normal”. This reorientation of the tuners also
helps to create balance and offers superior tuning access.
The unique pickup system uses stereo microphones
which react to the movement of air caused by the string vibration inside the
special hollow saddle which produces a rounder and fuller sound than more
typical piezo style pickups. An integrated stereo pre-amp will drive headphones and a standard guitar amplifier or p.a. system, in either mono or stereo.
Finally, the lightweight, compact and practical
SoloEtte is complemented by a custom made soft carry case to ensure great but
practical protection when travelling.
Here we see the warmth and colour offered by the Indian Padauk tone wood which offers a more traditional look with its dark fingerboard and body. Again, the one piece design of the instrument neck and body allows you to fully appreciate the character and grain of this fabulous wood which will be finished superbly.
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