Description 2019 Edwin Aponte Spruce EIRW Model 2019 Edwin Aponte Spruce EIRW Serial Number Dated 04/19 indicating April of 2019 Condition New – showroom condition Scale 650 mm Finish French Polish Tuners Gilbert Tuning Machines Ports? No Case Black Tolex HSC – TKL type hard shell case Tone Woods Top European Spruce Sides/Back East Indian Rosewood (EIRW) Neck Honduran Mahogany Bridge Rosewood & Maple Head Plate East Indian Rosewood Fingerboard Ebony Binding Flamed Maple & Rosewoods Measurements Nut Width 51mm String Spacing 45mm – 51mm – 57mm (1st fret – 12th fret – bridge) Overall length 39 1/2″ Body length 19″ Upper bout 11 1/4″ Waist Width 9 1/2″ Lower bout 14 1/2″ Body depth 3 5/8″ & 3 3/4″ Action 3.8mm & 3mm at low E to high E, 12th fret, unfretted Guitar Weight 3lbs & 7oz CITES Not Required – woods used are not regulated – please read provided link to the left 2019 Edwin Aponte Spruce EIRW Comments Another beautiful guitar, this time from Puerto Rico, where Edwin proves himself to clearly be a craftsman of reckoning, building elegant instruments that resound with expressiveness and musicality. Her play is easy and comfortable in both hands. Projection and volume are perfect for the concert hall with excellent separation of voice and coloration. The Spruce is beautiful and the East Indian Rosewood is gorgeous. See photos. I took a special trip a few months ago to visit with my good friend Carlos, who introduced me to Edwin as well as Juan Miguel Acevedo. Both men are clearly the best luthiers building out of Puerto Rico. Edwin Aponte and his guitars really caught my attention as they were wildly resonant, easily playable, with expression and that inimitable guitar character that makes our instrument so unique. Visiting him at his beautiful home in the mountains, his studio is in a separate climate controlled building that spoke to his professionalism. I thoroughly enjoyed this visit, looking forward to his guitars. They have finally arrived, packed securely and yes sir, they are great. I’ll enjoy this recording session. Photos and measurements are up to date. ___________ Media Listening with high quality headphones or audio equipment is highly recommended MP3 Audio – 240310-2019 Edwin Aponte Spruce EIRW – Another fantastic guitar, with power and voice. Bright and quite clear, she is a lot of fun to play. https://www.savageclassical.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/240310-2019-Edwin-Aponte-Spruce-EIRW.mp3 ___________ 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! 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. All concert level guitars come with a standard accessory package including extras sets of strings, humidifier, headstock tuner, nail buffer and more to help you care for and maintain your classical guitar. It is my way of saying thank you for doing business with me and Savage Classical Guitar. Rich See our International Shipping and Purchasing requirements Warranty: This classical guitar carries a 1 Year Warranty as she is new from the luthier Please read my Return Policy Please inquire using email or phone (Contact Me) Email me directly if you need more info: rich at savageclassical dot com
