Manuel Rodriguez LUTHIER MANUEL RODRÍGUEZ Concert Guitar - Caballero by MR - Principio 1/2 - Solid Cedar Top - Back/Sides Sapelli Mahogany - CA-CM 1/2 Cedar

The Caballero by MR Principio classical guitars with solid cedar top are specially developed for entry into the world of guitar playing. Inspired by the name of Manuel Rodríguez's grandfather – Caballero – they stand for the beginning of musical growth and the first encounter with a guitar that delights with light construction, good balance and quick response. The solid cedar top delivers a warm, sustaining tone with clear dynamics – ideal for classical music, fingerstyle and playing demanding melodies. The various sizes – 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4 – enable an optimal entry for children, teenagers and adults alike. Back and sides made of Sapelli mahogany support the harmonious sound, while fingerboard and bridge made of Ovangkol ensure precise response and fine tonal nuances. The neck made of Okoumé with carbon reinforcement ensures stability, reliable tuning and comfortable playing over longer sessions. The open-pore matt lacquer on a water basis allows the wood to vibrate freely and gives the guitar a natural feel. High-quality details such as wood mosaic rosette, gilded machine heads and Original Hannabach strings (Made in Germany) make the instrument a fully-fledged, attractive entry-level model. Manufacturer's Description Manuel Rodríguez For more than 115 years GUITARRAS MANUEL ODRÍGUEZ has been creating instruments in the tradition of Spanish guitar making of the Madrid school. Manuel Rodríguez For over 115 years, GUITARRAS MANUEL RODRÍGUEZ has been making instruments in the tradition of Spanish guitar making of the Madrid School. The family business was founded in Madrid in 1905, making it the second oldest guitar manufacturer south of the Pyrenees. Today's Luthier Manuel Rodríguez III grew up in California and Spain and is already the third generation to practise his craft. The cosmopolitan way of life that so characterises Manuel is reflected in each and every instrument. Their unique grace and their their unmistakable sound result from the skilful combination of tradition and modernity of the craft, of the history and future of music, and of art. history and the future of music, and the artistry and experience of the of the builders.