1929 Simplicio

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One of the first and most important luthiers to embrace the central ideas of Torres and put his own stamp on them was Enrique Garcia of Barcelona.

Francesco Simplicio was his only pupil and successor. Garcia introduced an asymmetrical eight fan-strut bracing pattern that was very successful.
The Garcia/Simplicio guitars are characterized by an extremely high level of craftsmanship as well as a devotion to the decorative arts. There is often extensive use of mosaic inlay and relief carving in the ebony facing of the head.

This guitar is my presentation of a 1929 Simplicio.

The owner of this guitar, Robert DiYanni of New York, makes the following comment:
“My Daryl Perry replica of a 1929 Simplicio is a stunning guitar of great visual beauty. It is very easy to play, and its sound is extraordinarily beautiful – powerful yet sweet.”

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Materials:
top:	European spruce
back & sides:	Satinwood
neck:	Mahogany
tuning machines:	Alessi sterling silver/gold inlay
Dimensions
scale length:	65.0 cm.
body length:	47.8 cm.
body width:	35.9 cm.
nut width:	50.0 mm.
Price as shown:	$12,500
Options:
Brazilian rosewood or maple for the back and sides, Rodgers gears Download .pdf (996KB) Adobe Reader is required, download here.