2012 Lester DeVoe w/pegs SP/CY

American luthier Lester DeVoe has been among the most in-demand flamenco guitar makers over the last 45 years until his recent retirement. Over the course of his long career, his instruments were played by such flamenco greats as Paco de Lucia, Vicente Amigo and Sabicas, among many others. He built in the style of the old masters, creating punchy guitars thanks to their lightweight build. Perhaps the main reason Lester Devoe's guitars are played by so many professionals, is their superb playability and balance. Perfect balance in string tension, across strings and up the fretboard. Picado releases instantly and with confirmation, even when crossing strings. Intonation is also perfect, all the way up the neck. Action is low and extremely playable. Neck profile is beautiful, workmanship as well. This guitar from 2012 is in excellent condition, with minor finish wear and no damage. It is a very well-constructed guitar, with clean aesthetics and great attention to detail inside and out. It is fitted with "machined" pegs for an old-school look but with modern ease of tuning. The sound is "flamenco puro" - bright, vibrant basses and snappy trebles. It is extremely lightweight and gutsy, and is one of very few modern guitars made in such a traditional style. If you've been waiting for a special Devoe, this is an excellent choice.