Description
Esteve Model 11 Cedar EIRW
Model | Esteve Model 11 Cedar EIRW Classical Guitar |
Condition | Brand New |
Scale | 650 mm |
Finish | Lacquer – lightly and tastefully done |
Tuners | Van Gert from Germany |
Case | Humicase Protege Black Tolex or Equivalent CrossRock HSC |
Tone Woods
Top | Select Western Red Cedar – I do not carry the Spruce |
Sides/Back | East Indian Rosewood – EIRW |
Neck | Spanish Cedar |
Truss Rod | No |
Bridge | Indian Rosewood |
Head Plate | EIRW |
Fingerboard | Ebony |
Binding | Rosewoods and Maples |
Measurements
Nut Width | 52mm |
String Spacings | 43mm – 50mm- 58mm (1st – 12th – Bridge) |
Overall length | 39″ |
Body length | 19 1/2″ |
Upper bout width | 11 1/2″ |
Waist Width | 9 1/2″ |
Lower bout width | 14 1/2″ |
Body depths | 3 7/8″ Upper Bout & 4 1/4″ Lower Bout” – upper to lower bouts |
Guitar Weight | 3lbs 8oz. |
Action | 3.5mm & 3mm at low E to high E, 12th fret, unfretted |
CITES | Not required – read link to the left |
Esteve Model 11 Cedar EIRW
Comments
Note: I have these on order for delivery around March 2023. They have finally arrived as of March 30, 2023
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The Adalid 11 is a full bodied Spanish Guitar, all solid wood with the result being a rounder, louder and richer tone with more projection.
The Western Red Cedar is remarkably beautiful, while the East Indian Rosewood is equally so for the back and sides, all solid. The fingerboard is ebony. The action is set up moderately low.
I like this guitar because of its overall quality and price. It is difficult to find a true Spanish build, but of course Manuel Adalid can be considered the epitome of such luthiers, building for many of the other Spanish houses. The name Adalid as well as Esteve, both owned by Manuel and his partners, are considered among the penultimate Spanish name in classical and flamenco style guitars in the Valencia region of Spain.
This is a great guitar in every way. A price point of under $2.5K makes this an amazing value. I will usually have a Cedar variation available to my clientele. See photos in the gallery. Please note that I do not carry the Spruce version any longer.
The price includes a Black Humicase Protege or a CrossRock Equivalent Black HSC and our standard Accessory Package
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Media
Listening with high quality headphones or audio equipment is highly recommended including EQ manipulation, if possible. We record everything flat with just a touch of Reverb to relieve dryness. My goal is to record the guitar as realistically as is possible. I speak in the recordings, my thoughts about the guitar (and possibly other things?). My speaking also serves to give you my first impressions and to also give you a balance of the engineering (or lack thereof) versus the sound of the guitar. I simply do not have time to engineer much of anything. Thanks. Rich
Please NOTE that photos of all “production guitars” are stock photos, taken randomly for our numerous selection of guitars, whether they be from Kenny Hill – Esteve – Adalid or others. It is virtually impossible and arduous to photograph each of our available production guitars. I am, however, happy to take a few photos for you of any particular guitar with which your are interested.
Handcrafted instruments are photographed and listed individually, usually identified by a serial number, date and or some other combination.
MP3 Audio – 201125-Esteve Model 11 Cedar EIRW – me just tooling around with some musical ideas. Nice guitar, very big sound, excellent projection, easy to play with power to drive her.
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Shipping
Premium Single Arch Top or Double Arch HSC is included in your purchase price.
Your listed Price does NOT include Shipping to the 50US
Please note that as a Global Statement for my site, for Tuning machines, Accessories, and most guitars, that Shipping is NOT Free any longer. Costs have gone up dramatically. Regardless of what or where you might read on the site, shipping is not free any longer. Choose the least expensive method, if available, or Expedited if you want them quicker. My apologies. Rich
Please DO NOT Choose USPS Media Mail to ship a guitar or a Hard Shell Case – this shipping method is designed for Media, Books, CDS, DVDs, etc.
Please choose FedEx Home or Ground Delivery or any Expedited Method. The more expensive a guitar, the more likely you should choose a 1 or 2 day method. It’s pure common sense, especially when it is too hot or too cold outside.
I have added numerous options for you to choose the cost and method, including USPS Priority and Express, as well as FedEx options (we can substitute UPS for FedEx, simply indicate your preference in the Notes window at Check Out).
Thank you!
Very Important: International Clients, including Canada…Please note that we will NOT accept PayPal or any CC as payment. All transactions must be finalized with Bank Wire Transfers for any amount over $1000 USD. Please see our discussion found here and scroll down to Customs – Duty and International Shipping . Thank you!
Please write to me for a detailed quote for International Shipping.
Packaging is professionally done within its hard-shell case.
It is always preferred that you come to the Studio to play it and pick it up.
All concert level guitars come with a standard accessory package including extras sets of strings, humidifier, headstock tuner, and more to help you care for and maintain your classical guitar. Rich
Warranty
This classical guitar carries a 1 year warranty
Please read my Return Policy
Please inquire using email or phone (Contact Me)
Email me directly if you need more info: rsayage1 @ savageclassical . com
Richard Egloff –
I purchased one in August and just love it, couldn’t be happier. I tried four guitar’s while at Savage but the 11 was exactly what I was after.
Richard Sayage (verified owner) –
Hey Richard, that’s great and thank you for taking the time to write. Enjoy! Rich