Furch Gn2 Grand Crossover Nylon C-W 45Mm Lrb1
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A Furch crossover designed to blend nylon tradition with contemporary ergonomics
With the GN2-CW, Furch offers a modern vision of the nylon guitar: preserving the harmonic richness and soft attack typical of classical guitars, while providing a more familiar feel for players accustomed to folk formats. The choice of the Grand Auditorium, well balanced between comfort and projection, and the addition of a cutaway confirm this "stage and studio" orientation: an elegant, expressive, and decidedly versatile guitar.
For which guitarists and styles?
This Furch is ideally suited for intermediate to expert guitarists who want to experience sensations close to a folk guitar (thinner neck, comfort-oriented radius), without giving up the musical advantages of nylon. The 48 mm nut width is suitable for fingerpicking techniques, fingerstyle playing, accessible classical repertoire, as well as pop, bossa, Latin, soft fingerstyle, and vocal accompaniment arrangements. The cutaway facilitates melodic phrases and extended chords in the higher registers.
Sound
The solid red cedar top provides an immediate, warm, and nuanced response: the attack is round, dynamics come through effortlessly, and fingerstyle playing gains expressiveness. Paired with the top, the solid black walnut back and sides add a woody and mellow color, with beautiful definition in the midrange, ideal for intimate accompaniments as well as singing melodic lines. The Grand Auditorium format helps balance bass, mids, and treble, with controlled projection and musical sustain, while the LRBAGG EAS-VTC LRB1 electronics allow these nuances to be preserved when amplified, delivering a natural sound particularly suited to nylon strings.
Recommended compatible accessories
To get the best out of this crossover, prioritize quality nylon strings (tension chosen according to your touch) to preserve the round character and sensitivity of the cedar top. A humidifier and a hygrometer are also recommended to stabilize the instrument against seasonal variations, especially with solid woods and a glossy finish.
Technical specifications
| Type | nylon electro-acoustic crossover | Finish | glossy |
| Format | Grand Auditorium | Nut width | 48 mm / 1.89" |
| Cutaway | yes | Profile | thinner (comfort-oriented, folk type) |
| Top | solid red cedar | Radius | adapted for the comfort of guitarists used to folk guitars |
| Back | solid black walnut | Pickup / preamp | LRBAGG EAS-VTC LRB1 |
| Sides | solid black walnut | Aesthetics | deep and warm glossy finish highlighting the smooth lines of the instrument |
| Binding | maple imitation | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Furch Gn2 Grand Crossover Nylon suitable for folk guitarists?
Its neck with a slimmer profile and a comfort-oriented radius bring the playability closer to the feel of a folk guitar. However, the 48 mm nut width still provides enough space for fingerstyle playing on nylon strings.
What woods are used on this Furch nylon guitar?
The top is made of solid red cedar, a wood associated here with a warm and nuanced response. The back and sides are crafted from solid black walnut, offering a pronounced definition in the midrange.
What tonal qualities does the Grand Auditorium body shape provide?
The Grand Auditorium shape balances bass, midrange, and treble frequencies, with controlled projection and musical sustain. Combined with the solid red cedar top, this body promotes a rounded attack ideal for arpeggios and melodic lines.
Can this guitar be connected to an amplification system?
The LRBAGG EAS-VTC LRB1 electronics are integrated to faithfully reproduce the nuances of nylon-string playing when amplified.
Does the cutaway facilitate access to high notes?
Thanks to the cutaway, access to higher registers is eased for melodic phrases and extended chords. The instrument features a glossy finish, with bindings made of imitation maple. For solid woods, the use of a humidifier and a hygrometer is recommended to manage seasonal changes.
