Altamira Hanson Luthier Double Top Concert Classical Guitar

The Altamira Double Top model is a premium concert classical guitar suitable for advanced and professional musicians. This model is based on famous German style double top construction which has two very thin pieces of wood as the top, strengthened and reinforced with innovative nomex. The result is a rich and deep toned instrument with incredible projection. This top is paired with Cocobolo back and sides, which is a visually stunning type of wood, and equally resonant. Our Double Top model is an excellent choice for high calibre professional musicians dreaming of a powerful, bold toned instrument with a spectrum of colours for both solo and chamber performances.

Yao Xin (Hanson Yao) is a highly respected and popular guitar luthier from China. With an early background in woodworking and craft at the China Art Academy, followed by a stint in Spain to study classical guitar making in the early 2000s, Hanson now makes the finest classical instruments for the concert stage.

Hanson’s guitars have been played in concert by the world’s finest guitarists including Rene Izquierdo, David Russell, Aniello Desiderio, Irina Kulikova, Martha Masters, Pavel Steidl, Ricardo Gallen, Elina Chekan and many more.

Hanson’s great passion towards the classical guitar and music education has led to the establishment of The Altamira Guitar Art Foundation, which curates and sponsors events, performances and masterclasses all around the world.

Specifications:
Solid German Style Double Top with Nomex reinforcement
Spanish Cedar Neck
Solid Cocobolo Back and Sides
Gloss Finish
Ebony Fingerboard
650 mm (standard) Scale Length

Inclusions:
Carbon fibre rod reinforcement in neck to increase stability
Elevated fingerboard
Comes with 50% Carbon Case