Alhambra Javier Mengual - 2025 - Deseada-A N.241-25
Alhambra Javier Mengual - 2025 - Deseada-A N.241-25
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About the luthier
Javier Mengual is one of the most experienced and respected master luthiers at Alhambra Guitars, known for his role in creating high-end, handcrafted concert instruments within the company’s workshop in Muro d’Alcoy, Spain. Over the course of his career, he has refined his methods through collaboration with distinguished musicians and fellow guitar makers, maintaining a strong commitment to both Spanish guitar tradition and technical excellence. His work is characterized by deep tonal sensibility, meticulous craftsmanship, and a keen understanding of the needs of concert players. The “Deseada” model holds a special place in Mengual’s career. Developed through years of feedback from professional guitarists and enriched by a close collaboration with Joaquín Clerch, it embodies his vision of a modern concert instrument that retains the essential warmth and identity of the Spanish classical guitar. The model is also a personal tribute to his wife, with whom he shares a lifelong connection to the art of guitar making. Artists such as Julia Trintschuck and Ali Arango have chosen the Deseada as their main concert instrument, underlining its musical depth and expressive capability.About the guitar
This 2025 Deseada, numbered 241, is a special edition built exclusively for Siccas Guitars. It is distinguished by a custom rosette designed specifically for this series, adding a unique visual identity to an already celebrated model. Crafted using traditional Spanish construction techniques, it features a spruce top paired with Indian rosewood back and sides, offering a warm, rich tonal character with clear projection and excellent balance across the registers. The guitar delivers a full, melodic voice with strong overtones and a resonant core, ideal for both intimate settings and large concert venues. The instrument’s lightweight design and precise neck profile contribute to exceptional playing comfort, allowing extended performance sessions without fatigue. Its powerful sound and refined aesthetic make it equally suited for recording and live performance. Equipped with Alessi tuners, a 650 mm scale length, and a 51 mm nut, the guitar offers a smooth and responsive playing experience. The nitrocellulose finish on the body enhances durability while the shellac-polished soundboard ensures maximum freedom of the top. With thoughtful features and a strong artistic identity, this special edition of the Deseada represents the pinnacle of Javier Mengual’s craftsmanship and a great opportunity for enthusiasts and performers alike.Regular care extends the life of the instrument
Even with careful use, a classical guitar may gradually change in appearance or respond to unstable storage conditions. Have a close look at your guitar regularly and be attentif to changes. If your instrument is suffering from its environement, it will let you know.
Protect Your Guitar: Handle with Care
Be mindful when touching your instrument with greasy or unwashed hands: any skin contact is a small attack on the varnish. Of course, a guitar is made to be played, but taking a few precautions helps preserve its beauty: wash your hands before playing, wear long sleeves, and avoid unnecessary direct skin contact with the body of the instrument.
Pro tip: Avoid playing with a button-up shirt, heavy jewelry, or a belt, as these can scratch the guitar. Also, make sure your guitar case is free of any objects that could damage the instrument during storage.
String care
A good habit to adopt is wiping down your strings briefly after each playing session. This small action significantly extends their lifespan and helps maintain a consistent, comfortable feel under your fingers.
Most importantly, clean strings are essential for keeping your instrument in tune. Corrosion, sweat, and dust can affect the uniformity of the strings and interfere with accurate tuning across the entire fingerboard.
Pro tip: If you're having trouble getting your guitar in tune, it might be time to change the strings. A useful test is to compare the pitch of the 12th fret harmonic with the fretted note at the 12th fret; if there's an unusually large gap between them, your strings may have lost their integrity and should be replaced.
Keep Your Shellac Finish Shining!
Got a guitar with a shellac (French polish) finish? Here's a simple trick: Take a clean microfiber cloth and gently breathe on the surface to create a light mist. Then, softly rub to remove fingerprints, sweat, and grease. That’s usually all it takes to keep it looking great, no products needed!
Pro tip: Every few years, treat your guitar to a check-up with a luthier to keep it in top shape.
Storing Your Guitar: Climate Matters
Your guitar can safely stay outside its case, as long as the surrounding environment maintains 42–55% humidity and a temperature between 18–25°C.
Keep in mind that humidity levels can still fluctuate inside the case, especially during seasonal changes.
- Too much humidity may cause overtightened strings and a dull tone.
- Too little humidity can lead to a bulging top, string buzz, or even cracks.
Avoid placing your guitar near radiators, air conditioners, or windows with direct sunlight.
Pro tip: Always close your guitar case while playing. This helps preserve a stable microclimate inside the case, so your instrument is protected the moment you put it back in.