Zbigniew Gnatek 2026 Cedar Concert Guitar

ALEN’S NOTES

This newly built 2026 concert guitar combines a Canadian red cedar soundboard with Madagascar rosewood back and sides. Premium details include Sloane tuning machines, a Madagascar rosewood bridge and armrest, and an included Hiscox case.

The instrument represents Zbigniew Gnatek’s combination of modern Australian guitar-making concepts and refined traditional craftsmanship.

Best suited to: Advanced players, conservatory students and professional guitarists seeking a premium contemporary concert instrument.

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THE LUTHIER

Based in Sydney, Australia, Zbigniew Gnatek has been building classical guitars since 1995. With a background in classical-guitar performance, acoustics and audio engineering, his work combines modern Australian construction concepts with traditional European craftsmanship.

Gnatek guitars are played by internationally active concert guitarists and are known for their advanced construction, refined workmanship and professional concert qualities.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Year:  2026

• Type:  Cedar concert classical guitar

• Top:  Canadian red cedar (Thuja plicata)

• Back and sides:  Madagascar rosewood (Dalbergia baroni)

• Neck:  Honduras cedar (Cedrela odorata)

• Bridge:  Madagascar rosewood (Dalbergia baroni)

• Armrest:  Madagascar rosewood (Dalbergia baroni)

• Tuners:  Sloane

• Case:  Hiscox case included