Alhambra Concert 11P + Case 9557

A high-end concert model, positioned just before the "Signature" series

The Alhambra 11 P belongs to the great Spanish tradition of concert classical guitars, featuring particularly meticulous lutherie and a clearly performance-oriented approach. Within the Alhambra range, it sits at the top of the "standard" models before accessing the "Signature" series instruments, emphasizing material quality, assembly precision, and finishing details.

Its "Tacón Español" construction with a 5-piece heel reinforces the neck-body joint and promotes an immediate response sensation under the fingers. The extended fingerboard over the soundhole provides more comfortable access to higher positions and adds a useful fret when the repertoire requires reaching higher notes without losing the instrument's "concert" spirit.

A guitar crafted for interpretation: for whom and for which styles

The 11 P primarily targets the advanced guitarist: conservatory student, concert performer, teacher, or studio musician seeking a very expressive classical guitar, capable of handling energetic playing while remaining sensitive to light attacks. Its "concert" nut width invites working on right-hand precision, timbres, and managing sound layers.

It excels in classical repertoire (Sor, Tárrega, Albéniz, Villa-Lobos), but is equally relevant in contemporary music and arrangements where sustain, balance, and articulation are expected. Its preamplification setup also allows confident use on stage, direct inputs, and amplified contexts.

A "concert" sound signature: warmth, depth, and sustain

The personality of the Alhambra 11 P is primarily based on the combination of concert-typical woods. The solid red cedar top offers a quick attack, immediate warmth, and excellent response with little effort, ideal for highlighting melodic lines, working fine nuances, and achieving natural legato. The solid Indian rosewood back and sides densify the spectrum with more depth, great harmonic richness, and remarkable note sustain, which enhances sustain and the sense of spaciousness in a hall.

The "Tacón Español" construction promotes very direct energy transmission between the neck and the body, contributing to the instrument's projection and coherence. The bone nuts (headstock and bridge) contribute to more precise vibration, better definition, and stable intonation. The result: a guitar capable of delivering a powerful sound when demanded, while remaining delicate and nuanced in arpeggios, isolated notes, and expressive passages.

Recommended compatible accessories

To stay as close as possible to the touch and response intended by the manufacturer, a simple solution is to keep the same string gauge as the original setup, with D'Addario XTC44 extra hard tension strings. The included Alhambra 9557 hard case fits the full-size classical format and effectively secures daily transport thanks to its polyurethane fiber structure, soft interior, and accessory compartment.

Technical specifications