Description
The Alhambra 9P Left-Handed Classical Guitar, along with the Alhambra 8P, are the best classical guitars available in their price ranges. It is handmade in Spain and features very well-balanced projection of treble and bass strings and is also designed for comfort and optimal playability. This instrument is available in both spruce and cedar. (Click here to hear the pronunciation of "Alhambra".)
"Julia Florida" by Agustin Barrios (Guitarist: Brad Earnhardt) ©XGuitars Inc.
But richness is not the only thing: The action is also just perfect: high enough to make the guitar sing but extremely comfortable. The sound projection is amazing. Basses, mediums and trebles are very well-balanced. You have a full control of the voices and can emphasize whatever voice you want without any struggle, therefore you become the conductor and have a complete orchestra under your fingers.
The Alhambra 9P features Alhambra's ErgoNeck. The ErgoNeck is the result of the continuous research developed by Alhambra Manufactures to improve the ergonomics of the neck. Thus, we can favor the position of the left hand. Due to its asymmetric shape, the ErgoNeck can be adapted in a more natural way to the guitarist. (See illustration above.)
Photos here are of the right-handed version.
- Solid Red Cedar Top
- Solid Rosewood Back & Sides
- Spanish Cedar Neck with Ebony Reinforcement
- ErgoNeck
- Ebony Fingerboard
- 650mm Scale Length
- 52mm Nut Width
- Bone Saddle - Extra saddle included
- Bone Nut
- Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish on the top (gives the top improved resonance)
- Polyurethane Finish on the back & sides (provides improved durability)
- All Solid
Hardshell Case Included
Made in Spain
MEASUREMENTS
Upper Bout Width: 11.25" (11 1/4")
Lower Bout Width: 14.81" (14 13/16")
Upper Bout Depth: 3.94" (3 15/16")
Lower Bout Depth: 4.12" (4 1/8")
Recommended Strings: This guitar comes with D'Addario EXP44 Extra Hard Tension strings installed. These are not bad strings, but don't allow the guitar to live up to its full potential. I recommend the following strings for this guitar:
-Geoff Ferdón, owner of XGuitars
Philippe Bertaud presents the Alhambra 9P:
(Since this video was made, Alhambra has introduced aesthetic changes to this model as shown in the photos on this page.)
Alhambra 9P Left-Handed Classical Guitar: Spanish Excellence for left-handed Players
The Alhambra 9P Left-Handed Classical Guitar represents exceptional Spanish craftsmanship specifically designed for left-handed players. From the renowned Alhambra workshop in Spain comes this professional-grade instrument, featuring traditional construction methods and premium materials to deliver authentic Spanish sound and playability for left-handed guitarists.
Authentic Spanish Construction
Each Alhambra 9P Left-Handed model is carefully crafted in the Alhambra workshop in Muro de Alcoy, Spain, where generations of luthiers have refined their craft. The traditional Spanish construction methods have been meticulously mirrored to create a true left-handed instrument, not simply a restrung right-handed guitar.
This authentic approach ensures that left-handed players experience the same tonal qualities and playing comfort that have made Alhambra guitars respected by musicians worldwide.
Premium Tonewoods for Superior Sound
The 9P Left-Handed features a solid red cedar top that provides warm, responsive tone with quick note initialization, complemented by solid Indian rosewood back and sides that contribute rich overtones and impressive sustain. This classic tonewood combination creates the characteristic Spanish sound prized by classical guitarists.
The quality of these tonewoods ensures that the instrument's voice will continue to develop and mature with playing, rewarding the owner with increasingly complex tonal character over time.
Designed for Left-Handed Players
Unlike adapted instruments, the 9P Left-Handed is built from the ground up for left-handed technique. The fan bracing pattern, soundboard graduation, and internal architecture are properly mirrored to ensure optimal string tension and vibration for left-handed playing.
Every detail, from the neck profile to string spacing, has been carefully considered from the left-handed player's perspective, creating a comfortable and intuitive playing experience without compromise.
Professional Concert Sound
The Alhambra 9P Left-Handed produces the powerful, balanced projection needed for concert performance. Its voice carries beautifully in performance settings while maintaining the clarity and definition required for expressive musical interpretation.
Players appreciate the instrument's responsive nature, which allows for nuanced dynamic control and a wide palette of tonal colors through varied right-hand techniques. From delicate passages to more forceful playing, the guitar responds faithfully to the player's intentions.
Refined Playability
The carefully shaped neck and precisely dressed fretwork facilitate comfortable playing throughout all positions. The traditional Spanish heel construction provides excellent stability and enhances sustain, while the thoughtfully designed string spacing accommodates a variety of right-hand techniques.
The 9P Left-Handed's setup and dimensions have been specially calibrated for left-handed players, allowing for natural hand positioning and reducing the adaptation required when transitioning from right-handed instruction or methods.
Elegant Traditional Aesthetics
The Alhambra 9P Left-Handed features the refined aesthetic elements that have characterized fine Spanish guitars for generations. The hand-inlaid rosette, quality rosewood binding, and elegant headstock design reflect Alhambra's attention to visual detail.
The traditional natural finish enhances the beauty of the selected woods while allowing optimal vibration and resonance, contributing to both the guitar's appearance and its voice.
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