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Description

The Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom is where artistry and craftsmanship converge to create a truly spectacular acoustic experience. Designed for the discerning musician, this handmade German masterpiece delivers a rich, resonant tone that only gets better with age. The guitar's back and sides are crafted from solid Indian rosewood, providing a robust and warm sound profile. A top of selected solid Sitka spruce, seasoned over 40 years, crowns this instrument, ensuring a dynamic range that responds beautifully to every nuance of your playing.

The CWG-23S features a modified scalloped X-bracing, enhancing its structural integrity while promoting an expansive sound projection. Its one-piece mahogany neck, finished in matte, is paired with an ebony fretboard that offers a smooth playing experience. The fretboard is elegantly bound in koa, adding a touch of sophistication to its visual allure.

For those who perform live, the Schatten-designed HFN active VT pickup system captures the guitar's natural tone with stunning clarity. Gold-plated Gotoh 510 machine heads with ebony buttons ensure precise tuning stability, while the rosewood bridge and vintage bone nut & saddle contribute to its impeccable sound quality. The high-gloss lacquered headstock with rosewood veneer and koa binding completes the guitar's stunning aesthetic.

Key Features:

  • Cutaway design for easy access to higher frets
  • Solid Indian rosewood back & sides
  • Solid Sitka spruce top, aged over 40 years
  • Modified scalloped X-bracing
  • One-piece mahogany neck with matte finish
  • Ebony fretboard with koa binding
  • Scale length: 650 mm; Nut width: 46 mm
  • High-gloss lacquered headstock with rosewood veneer
  • Rosewood bridge; Vintage bone nut & saddle
  • Gold-plated Gotoh 510 machine heads with ebony buttons
  • Schatten-designed HFN active VT pickup system
  • Includes Hiscox Pro case
  • Handmade in Germany

Product specs

Available since August 2014
Design Grand Auditorium
Top Solid Spruce
Back And Sides Solid Rosewood
Cutaway Yes
Fretboard Ebony
Nut width in mm 46,00 mm
Frets 22
Pickups Yes
Colour Natural
Case Yes
Incl. Gigbag No
Model Grand Auditorium
Incl. Case 1

FAQs

What type of music is the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom best suited for?

The Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom, with its Grand Auditorium design and solid spruce top, is versatile and well-suited for fingerstyle, folk, and singer-songwriter genres, offering a balanced tone with clear highs and rich lows.

Does the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom come with a case?

Yes, the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom includes a hard case for protection and easy transport, but it does not come with a gigbag.

What kind of pickups does the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom have?

The Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom is equipped with built-in pickups, allowing you to amplify the guitar's natural acoustic sound for live performances or recording.

What is the nut width of the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom?

The nut width of the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom is 46 mm, providing a comfortable playing experience, especially for fingerstyle players who benefit from the extra string spacing.

How many frets does the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom have?

The Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom features 22 frets, offering a wide range for both rhythm and lead playing across the fretboard.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Exceptional craftsmanship with no detectable flaws

  • Unique, versatile sound with both classical and steel-string acoustic qualities

  • Crystal-clear high notes with impressive sustain

  • Deep, warm bass tones enhance sound richness

  • Perfectly smooth neck for comfortable playability

  • Flat action and well-set frets for easy finger movement

  • Built-in pickup performs excellently with acoustic amplifiers

  • Surprisingly affordable for its high quality

  • Aesthetically pleasing with a distinct wood aroma

  • Durable, well-fitted case providing excellent protection

CONS

  • High price point, though justified by quality

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See how Mike Dawes uses Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom

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In the YouTube video titled "Mike Dawes Proves Why DADGAD Is the Most Beautiful Tuning Ever," Mike Dawes is seen playing the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23 Mike Dawes Custom acoustic guitar, handcrafted by German luthier Andreas Cuntz. Around the 14-minute mark, Dawes explicitly identifies the instrument by stating, "This is my signature Andreas Cuntz guitar by the way," thereby confirming his use of this specific guitar model. The video is provided by Paul Davids on the platform.

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Eddie van der Meer uses the Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom in his fingerstyle guitar cover of Kenshi Yonezu's "Umi no Yuurei," as showcased on his YouTube channel.

See how Petteri Sariola uses Cuntz Guitars CWG-23S Indian Rose Custom

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In this youtube video he is seen playing the guitar at a show and being interviewed.

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