The guitar is beautiful and impeccably set up by Geoff. Its sound is rich and powerful, almost too loud for the small office where I practice. This is the first classical guitar I've owned since a no-name cheapo that was my first guitar nearly 60 years ago. I don't pretend that my playing skill will ever be up to what this guitar can do, but I wanted a guitar with really good sound, and the linea profesional delivers. I've only had it for a week, and the transition from a steel string will take time, but so far I am very happy with the guitar as well as Geoff's setup and string recommendation. Finally, the case fits the guitar like a glove.
When we are buying online, we just hope for the best especially instruments. Well, my Fiance and I can say Xguitars is the best place to buy guitars online. We bought Alhambra LP Spruce top, of course it's an excellent classical guitar, the sound and comfort is incomparable, but this comment is all about Xguitars and Geoffrey. Firstly, Geoffrey packed it in the most care you can imagine, you can see he packed it in the way that he wants his own guitar to be packed, you can tell he must be a guitar player to have that kind of respect for the instrument. Secondly, I ordered this as a wedding to my Fiance and with Geoffrey help, I am able to get this perfect gift, his knowledge about guitar is amazing and his suggestion of Savarez strings is perfect. Lastly, the guitar came in perfect condition, not even a scratch, Geoffrey includied the original strings with his letter, what a beautiful personal touch. This is the best transaction ever and it was all happening because of Geoffrey. Greatly appreciated Geoffrey!!!
After owning several inexpensive classical guitars over the years I decided to step up. After doing a lot of research I decided to try the Alhambra Pro Linea in Spruce. The guitar has far exceeded my expectations and I have zero disappointments.
After playing a Takamine Jasmine TC30C, for 24 years, I was looking for an upgrade that had good volume without amplification. The sound is smooth, bright, and the action is better than my old guitar as well. The one thing I have to get used to though is not having the cutaway. Also I need fret markers and the Linea does not have them. I will probably apply a few dots of paint like I did with my old guitar.
This is a long overdue review of this LP spruce I purchased late last year.
I have played classical guitar as a hobbyist for almost 25 years and my old Ramirez had served me quite well for the last 10+ years. However, I thought it is time for an upgrade and after some serious research, I decided that this Alhambra LP is the best choice for me.
Frankly, I was initially somewhat concerned since XGuitars seemed to be the only place where I can get a brand-new LP, leaving me no other choices but it turned out that I did not have to be at all. As most other reviewers mentioned, Geoff is by far one of the best people I met so far. He showed professionalism in every aspect and worked with me to address all my concerns and questions I had throughout the transaction.
Needless to say, the guitar itself is really a beauty and sounds amazing. I thought my old guitars are sounding quite great (actually they are) but after playing this LP for 5 minutes, I felt that I won’t go back to them at least for a while. Especially, the ergo-neck is really comfortable for me since my hands are more on the smaller side.
Geoff recommended replacing the strings with Savarez but I decided to try the default (D’Addario EXP44 EHT) string first before I try that. After about 6 months, I replaced the strings and the Savarez strings indeed sound much brighter and resonate better (I liked D’Addario strings as well, btw). Also, the thinner treble strings made it easier to play especially at higher frets.
Recently, I replaced strings of all my old guitars with Savarez and I got much better sound from all of them. However, I would like to say that this is more of a personal preference and these carbon strings may not be best ones if you prefer mellow sound.
Also, the Humidipak he recommended is really a great solution for the humidity control and I’m buying more sets for my other guitars.
Overall, I enjoyed working with Geoff for my dream guitar and really appreciate his help and recommendations.
Great job, Geoff!!