Esteve Conservatory Guitar Cedar Top

A high-level classical guitar in the "conservatory" spirit according to Esteve

Esteve classical guitars have built a solid reputation thanks to meticulous craftsmanship, demanding wood choices, and finishes that meet the expectations of classical guitarists. The CONSERVATORY CD fits within this philosophy: offering an inspiring instrument designed to support serious work on technique and interpretation. This version is announced as the Eric Franceries model, highlighting specifications sought by musicians who want a responsive, expressive guitar capable of carrying sound in a hall.

Who is the CONSERVATORY CD for? A classical guitar to progress and express yourself

This guitar naturally targets the intermediate to advanced guitarist who wishes to take a step forward in terms of dynamics, tonal palette, and playing comfort. Its design emphasizes touch response: it suits those working on right-hand control (rest stroke, free stroke, classical rasgueado), voice-melody balance, and fine nuances.

Regarding repertoire, the CONSERVATORY CD feels at ease in classical music (studies, romantic pieces, modern), but also in genres where a rich and projected nylon-string guitar is appreciated: Spanish music, fingerstyle arrangements on nylon strings, and solo playing requiring good clarity. The inclusion of a soft case is a real plus for daily transport, whether to lessons, rehearsals, or gigs.

A warm, full, and detailed sound: solid cedar, solid rosewood, and lattice bracing

The solid cedar top gives the instrument a quick response, with a sensation of "sound already there" from the first attack. Cedar is particularly appreciated for its ability to offer roundness and color while remaining very sensitive to touch variations. It promotes immediate expressiveness, useful both for legato and more defined articulations.

The solid Indian rosewood used for the back and sides brings density and depth. Generally, it provides a broader low register, more extended highs, and especially a beautiful harmonic complexity that enriches both chords and melodic lines. This solid cedar / solid rosewood combination is a classic in concert guitars, as it marries warmth, definition, and sustain.

The lattice bracing is sought after for its efficiency: it aims for a freer top, better able to convert string energy into projection. The result: a guitar often more responsive, with a sensation of power reserve, but also great sensitivity to nuances. This is an asset for guitarists who want to work on dynamics and obtain an instrument that "responds" to the slightest change in intention.

Finally, the ebony fingerboard provides a precise and stable feel under the fingers. Ebony is appreciated for its dense and even surface, pleasant for shifting, barre chords, and intonation in fast passages. The carbon reinforcement in the neck contributes to stability: it helps maintain good neck integrity against changing conditions (transport, temperature changes), which is particularly relevant for an instrument intended for regular use.

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Technical specifications

Format	4/4	Fingerboard	Ebony
Left handed	No	Nbrs of frets	19
Cutaway	No	Neck Type	Glued
Strings	nylon	Electroacoustic	No
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Natural
Top	Cedar	Finishing	Glossy
Back&Sides	Rosewood	Hardware	Gold

Model	CONSERVATORY CD	Reinforcement	carbon
Back and sides	solid Indian rosewood	Version	Eric Franceries model
Luthiery	lattice bracing	Case	soft case included