Stephen Eden Friederich Bench Copy Cedar Indian Rosewood 650mm scale

Stephen is one of the younger generation of UK luthiers who are forging international reputations for the quality of their workmanship and the tone and balance of their instruments.  Stephen makes a number of classical models - his entry level Cadenza, a Concert model, a Grand Concert model  and at the top of his range Hauser II 1959 and Friederich 1980 Bench copies.  His European outlet is Siccas Guitars.

The guitar offered for sale is Stephen's Friederich Bench copy in new unplayed condition.  It features a specially selected Western Red Cedar top, along with Indian Rosewood back and sides.  A seven fan design comprises a Cedar strut system rather than the usual Spruce which provides equivalent bracing but a lighter structure resulting in a guitar with impressive volume, tone quality and responsiveness.  Air resonance is around G.  The Rodgers tuners are in the Friederich style and the guitar finish is French Polish.

Stephen describes the sound as 'providing the player with a big commanding sound; with a distinguished depth of tone and long sustain.' 

All in all an exceptional guitar by any standards

Price £6,000