Katoh Madrid-CEQ All Solid Classical Guitar Cedar Top

Inspired by Kenny Hill’s research into the legendary luthiers of the Madrid School, the Katoh Madrid is a concert-level classical guitar that channels the tonal heritage of Spanish greats like Torres and Hauser—artfully reimagined for today’s player. With sparkling trebles, deep, rounded basses, and an ultra-responsive dynamic range, this instrument evokes the golden era of Spanish guitar making while offering modern versatility.

Crafted with a solid cedar top and solid Indian rosewood back and sides, this model includes a cutaway for upper fret access and a Fishman pickup system for exceptional amplified performance. A French-polished top over a high-gloss polyurethane body finish enhances tone while offering protection and aesthetic beauty. Whether on stage, in the studio, or in the practice room, the Katoh Madrid delivers refined tone, effortless playability, and stunning visual craftsmanship.

Highlights

• Inspired by Madrid School tradition with modern refinement

• Solid cedar top with Indian rosewood body

• Flame maple binding and detailed natural wood mosaic rosette

• Spanish fan bracing for authentic classical response

• Cutaway body for upper register access

• Fishman electronics for reliable live or studio use

• French-polished top with gloss PU finish for tonal resonance and durability

• Comes with a premium Katoh wooden case

Specifications

Top: Solid European Spruce or Cedar
Back & Sides: Solid Indian Rosewood
Binding: Flame Maple
Purfling: Maple & Ebony top / Maple sides & back
Neck: Cedar with Spanish heel joint
Fingerboard: Ebony
Rosette: Natural inlaid wood mosaic
Bridge: Indian Rosewood
Truss Rod: Two-way adjustable
Finish: High Gloss Polyurethane with French-polished top
Scale Length: 650 mm (25.6")
Nut Width: 52 mm (2.04")
Frets: 12 to the body, 19 total
Fret Marker Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl at 7th fret
Bracing: Spanish Fan Bracing
Tuning Machines: Katoh Gold DJ308X-E2 S4
Nut & Saddle: Bone
Electronics: Yes – Fishman preamp system
Strings: Savarez
Pickguard: None
Case: Katoh Wooden Case Included