It’s easy to get lost in this one. Gerald Sheppard upgraded this Grand Concert with his cream-of-the-crop Ave Maria package in Snakewood appointments, arm (and rib, and cutaway) bevels, Select Blue Paua inlays. Higuerilla back and sides is here paired with a gorgeous Sinker Redwood top for a comprehensively chocolate appearance that sets this Sheppard apart from the crowd. Tonally, this GC is a smooth talker. Excellent note separation, glassy and balanced trebles, an extra helping of sustain. Like we said, it’s easy to lose track of time with this Sheppard, it’s such a breeze to play and responds exactly how we need it to, regardless if we’re playing softly or with grit.
Here’s an additional demo with our own Al Petteway: https://youtu.be/KMouzCt01To
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