Jean Rompré Classical Guitar #92 2004 Spruce Flamed Maple
| Model | Jean Rompré Classical Guitar #92 2004 Spruce Flamed Maple |
| Condition | Pre-Owned – Excellent – see below for comments |
| Scale | 650 mm |
| Finish | French Polish |
| Tuners | Sloanes engraved w/ Oval Ivory Buttons |
| Case | High end Calton HSC fitted to guitar – $1200 case in excellent condition |
Tone Woods
| Top | Select Master Grade European Spruce |
| Sides/Back | Flamed Maple – stunning |
| Neck | Honduran Mahogany |
| Bridge | Madagascar RW |
| Head Plate | Madagascar RW |
| Fingerboard | Ebony – naturally elevated allowing for more comfortable higher positioning |
| Bindings | Various Woods |
Measurements
| Nut Width | 52mm |
| String Spacing | 43mm, 50mm, 58mm (nut, 12th, bridge) |
| Overall length | 39 3/8″ |
| Body length | 19 3/8″ |
| Upper bout | 11″ |
| Lower bout | 14 1/2″ |
| Body depth | 4″ upper bout, 4 1/4″ lower bout. |
Jean Rompré Classical Guitar #92 2004 Spruce Flamed Maple
Comments
This guitar? All of Jean’s work. Seriously? Jean is ridiculously good at what he does. It’s almost impossible to describe the beauty of this guitar.
The Cello Back, the woods, the polish, the raised V Neck joint that’s 3 dimensional, the raised edges of the headstock, the carving, the overall artistry. <shaking of the head>
Then there’s the play, the sound, the musicality. Sublime. Warmth, roundness, with sweet lilting trebles. Everything sounds magnificently clear and vibrant on this baby of a guitar.
Jean’s choices in woods, tuning machines, angles, sound, (heck, even the case is great, fitted properly to the Rompré (the one owner had it fitted by Calton, one of the best cases available) are always exceptional, as you would expect from such a talented and caring luthier. Among the best in the world, Jean proves it every time he builds one of his beauties. The guitar is bar none, gorgeous. The man is seriously talented. No joke. I took a number of detailed shots of the guitar to display her beauty.
Issues with the guitar are nothing of consequence. A string burn behind the treble E, a few very slight rasqueado marks down the treble side of the rosette, all very transparent and honest playing wear, and very little of it. Otherwise pristine after examination.
I sat down with this guitar, #92 and it is better than expected. Jean surpasses himself. Everything I say above is applicable and more.
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Media
MP3 Audio – j-rompre-2006 – This guitar is great in every possible way. I was speechless when I finished the recording. Honestly can’t add to this description without sounding over the top sappy.
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More MP3 Audio – j-rompre-2004-sketch1-3 – I have a 4th sketch that I’m working on getting into my hands. I’ll record it in the next few days. The guitar is so powerful and expressive!
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MP3 Audio from Doug’s performance below – Doug Stefaniak – Jean Rompre – Bach Violin Sonata in A Minor “Andante”
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Video
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Shipping:
Premium HSC is included in your purchase price.
Insured FedEx Ground, USPS Ground or USPS Priority/Express Shipping is included to the 50 US
Anywhere else is subject to the most recent quote from USPS
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. -Rich
Warranty:
This classical guitar carries No Warranty from the luthier as she is pre-owned
Please read my Return Policy
Please inquire using email or phone (Contact Me)
Email me directly if you need more info: [email protected]
