Altamira Torres Natural Satin
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The "Torres" Inspiration: A Benchmark in Classical Guitars
The name "Torres" refers to the heritage of the great Spanish classical guitars, whose design principles have shaped modern luthiery: balance, clarity, and harmonic richness. This Altamira Torres Natural Satin embodies this spirit, with a design focused on projection and note clarity, while prioritizing an accessible feel for steady progress.
Who Is This Classical Guitar For?
This guitar is aimed at beginner to intermediate guitarists seeking a comfortable and expressive classical guitar, suitable for both study and enjoyment. It is especially well-suited for classical, Latin music, nylon accompaniment styles, and any fingerstyle playing where articulation and string balance are essential.
Sound Characteristics
The solid spruce top delivers a crisp attack, good sensitivity to touch variations, and a progressively open sound over time. The laminated maple back and sides promote clear and precise reproduction, with useful definition for fast passages and well-defined chords. The African mahogany neck contributes to a stable feel under the left hand, while the Indian rosewood fingerboard offers a pleasant touch and good durability.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel, you can choose a set of Aquila Ambra800 strings (the same as factory-installed). A chromatic tuner and a guitar stand are also compatible without any restrictions, and the case is included for transport.
Technical specifications
| Type | acoustic guitar (nylon strings, classical format) | Fingerboard | Indian rosewood |
| Top | solid spruce | Scale length | 650 mm / 25.6" |
| Back and sides | laminated maple | Nut width | 50 mm / 1.97" |
| Body depth | 85-88 mm / 3.35-3.46" | Strings | Aquila Ambra800 |
| Finish | natural satin | Case | included |
| Neck | African mahogany | Weight | 4.9 kg / 10.8 lb |
Questions frequently asked
Is this classical guitar suitable for beginners?
This model is designed for beginner to intermediate guitarists. Its 650 mm scale length and 50 mm nut width correspond to the classical size.
What woods make up the Altamira Torres Naturel Satiné?
The top is solid spruce, while the back and sides are laminated maple. The neck is made of African mahogany and the fingerboard is Indian rosewood.
What sound qualities does the solid spruce top provide?
The solid spruce offers a clear attack and responsiveness to touch variations. The sound is expected to open up progressively over time. The laminated maple back and sides promote a clear note definition.
What case is included with this guitar?
A case is included for transporting the instrument.
Which strings should be installed on this Altamira guitar?
The original setup uses Aquila Ambra800 strings. It is possible to choose this same set to maintain the original feel.
