The 2023 Goodall Grand Concert Cutaway in Adirondack Spruce and Nicaraguan Rosewood stands as a breathtaking expression of modern luthiery guided by legacy, artistry, and devotion to tone. It reflects the masterful touch of James Goodall, whose instruments have long been celebrated for their balance, purity, and the ineffable sweetness that seems to bloom from every note. Now, with his son Luke sharing in the craft, the Goodall name continues to shape the language of acoustic guitar building with a voice that is both contemporary and timeless. Together, they create instruments that transcend expectation, weaving resonance and responsiveness into an experience that feels alive beneath the fingertips.

This Grand Concert Cutaway is the embodiment of refinement and musicality. Its Master Grade Adirondack Spruce top, chosen for both beauty and stiffness, delivers a clear and powerful tonal range, breathing effortlessly with every touch. The Special Reserve Nicaraguan Rosewood back and sides add an uncommon depth and velvet-like warmth, merging harmonic complexity with crystalline clarity. The result is a voice that feels grand yet intimate, bold yet tender, perfectly suited to both expressive fingerstyle and articulate strumming.

The visual presentation of this guitar is nothing short of enchanting. The Florentine cutaway offers elegant access to the upper register while enhancing the instrument’s graceful silhouette. Extra curly maple bindings trace every contour of the body, headstock, and backstrip with radiant contrast, catching light like fine jewelry. The ebony headstock veneer, fingerboard, and bridge deepen the aesthetic with dark elegance, complemented by delicate Mother of Pearl dove inlays at the ninth fret and bridge. An abalone rosette encircles the soundhole in a shimmering halo, a subtle reminder of the care and artistry that define the Goodall tradition.

Every detail speaks to the touch and intuition of the builder. The Honduran mahogany neck, finished in smooth satin, offers effortless comfort, while the bone nut, saddle, bridge pins, and end pins contribute to the guitar’s clarity and sustain. Nickel Waverly tuning machines with ebony buttons bring precise tuning stability and understated sophistication. Even the clear pickguard feels intentional, preserving the natural beauty of the tonewood beneath. The instrument weighs only 4 pounds 9 ounces, yet it carries the depth and projection of something far larger, resonating freely and openly as if in conversation with its player.

Though this guitar has been played, it remains in excellent condition, carefully maintained in a climate-controlled studio environment where it has been treated as a cherished musical companion. It is accompanied by its original Ameritage case with humidity control and a USB drive of detailed photographs, ensuring that both its preservation and presentation meet the same high standard as its sound.

The 2023 Goodall Grand Concert Cutaway is not merely an instrument but an heirloom of tone, precision, and beauty. It represents the ongoing story of a father and son whose shared vision continues to refine what is possible in an acoustic guitar. In its voice and craftsmanship, one hears the echo of tradition and the promise of the future, joined together in harmony.

Other specifications include:

• Master Grade Adirondack Spruce Top
• Special Reserve Nicaraguan Rosewood Back & Sides
• Florentine Cutaway
• Extra Curly Maple Body, Headstock & Backstrip Bindings
• Ebony Headstock Veneer, Fingerboard & Bridge
• Honduran Mahogany Neck
• Abalone Rosette
• Mother of Pearl Dove 9 Fret Only
• Mother of Pearl Dove Bridge Inlay
• Nickel Waverly Tuning Machines with Ebony Buttons
• Bone Nut & Saddle
• Bone Bridge & End Pins
• Clear Pickguard
• Gloss Body & Headstock Finish
• Satin Neck Finish
• 1 3/4" Nut Width
• 2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
• 25 1/2" Scale Length
• Guitar Photos USB Flash Drive
• Ameritage Case w/Humidity Control Guitar Case
• 4 lbs 9 oz
• #7132

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