Manuel Rodriguez Superior Series Cedar A-C

A "Superior" Model Between Madrid Heritage and Modern Standards

The SUPERIOR A-C embodies the spirit of Manuel Rodriguez, a house associated with the tradition of Spanish classical guitar since 1905. The concept behind this series is clear: to preserve the fundamentals sought by guitarists (natural projection, balance, lively body sensation) while offering a modern finish, consistent playability, and stability suited to today's uses. Within the range, the SUPERIOR stands as a high-end offering: meticulous details, material choices focused on musicality, and a guitar designed to sustainably support repertoire work.

A Comfortable Classical Guitar for Demanding Musicians (Intermediate to Advanced)

The Manuel Rodriguez SUPERIOR A-C targets intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a responsive 4/4, pleasant to hold, and capable of following dynamic playing. It naturally suits the classical repertoire (studies, polyphonic pieces, nuanced playing), but also responds very well to more contemporary colors: bossa, fingerstyle arrangements on nylon, or a soft flamenco style where musicality and precision are prioritized over the aggressiveness of a stage-oriented "negra".

Its GEWA armrest truly changes the daily experience: less pressure on the forearm, a more relaxed position, and an increased sense of control over the right hand. This detail matters when practicing for long periods, whether at home, in lessons, or rehearsals. Note: the guitar is without built-in electronics, making it primarily intended for acoustic playing (and, if needed on stage, for use with an external pickup solution).

Sound: Solid Cedar, Laminated Bubinga, and Spanish Heel for Immediate Response

The tonal personality of the SUPERIOR A-C primarily comes from its solid cedar top. Cedar is appreciated for its "ready-to-play" character: the attack is quick, the note settles easily, and the guitar delivers very flattering warmth from the first moments. This favors singing playing, legatos, connected phrasing, and everything that requires a beautiful continuity of sound without forcing the right hand.

The laminated bubinga back and sides provide a solid and consistent foundation: stable projection, good note sustain, and a more serene behavior against temperature and humidity variations encountered in real practice. Bubinga is also known for its firm response and precision, which helps maintain clear basses and clean trebles within chords.

The construction with a true Spanish heel strengthens the mechanical link between the neck and the body: it often results in a "one-piece" guitar sensation, with well-circulating vibrations and marked coherence between bass, midrange, and treble. Finally, attention to contact points (including the nut and the compensated saddle, with vintage cream bone inlays) contributes to more refined intonation and precise touch, especially appreciated as one demands more accuracy and balance in positions.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The SUPERIOR A-C comes equipped with Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special strings (high tension, with CARBON string). If you wish to maintain a similar feel under the fingers and a comparable response, choose high-tension nylon string sets for full-size classical guitars 4/4, ideally in the same spirit (precise trebles and clear attack).

Technical specifications

Series	Manuel Rodriguez SUPERIOR	Scale length	650 mm / 25.59"
Model	SUPERIOR A-C	Nut width	52 mm / 2.05"
Format	classical 4/4	Headstock	ovangkol veneer
Top	solid cedar	Machine heads	gold-plated with lyre, black buttons and shafts
Back and sides	laminated bubinga	Saddle	Indian rosewood, new 12-hole "Moreno" rosewood saddle
Construction	true Spanish heel	Nut	vintage cream bone
Rosette	wooden mosaic	Saddle inlay	vintage cream bone
Body purflings and finish	solid wood body binding, 3-piece top purfling, maple purfling on back and sides	Strings	Hannabach 815HTC Silver Special, high tension, with CARBON string, made in Germany
Armrest	GEWA installed in workshop	Manufacture	Made in Europe
Finish	eco-friendly polyurethane lacquer, high gloss	Weight	approximately 1.65 kg / 3.64 lbs
Neck	mahogany with ebony reinforcement	Package dimensions	1060 x 410 x 600 mm / 41.73 x 16.14 x 23.62"
Fingerboard	ebony