Charalampos Koumridis - 2025 Doubletop No. 282
Charalampos Koumridis - 2025 Doubletop No. 282
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About the luthier
Charalampos Koumridis is a Greek luthier whose path into guitar making began with a background in fine craftsmanship. Entirely self-taught, he built his first classical guitar for his daughter—a formative experience that sparked a deep dedication to the art of lutherie. Over time, Koumridis immersed himself in the study of both traditional Spanish construction and modern innovations, ultimately developing his own distinct voice. His work spans three principal models: Traditional, Lattice, and Double-Top, each reflecting a considered synthesis of form, function, and tonal identity.
About the guitar
This brand new 2025 double-top guitar by Charalampos Koumridis presents a modern concert instrument built around refined tonal projection and structural innovation. Featuring a cedar soundboard with a rich grain and warm colouring, it is paired with cocobolo back and sides that add visual depth through their vivid reddish hues and intricate figure. Central to the instrument is Koumridis’ patented internal carbon frame—a structural concept designed to increase projection and stability without compromising the subtlety and richness of tone. The guitar also incorporates his signature bracing design and an elevated fretboard, which enhances both responsiveness and access to higher positions. Acoustically, the guitar delivers a powerful and vibrant sound with clarity, warmth, and a sustained tonal core. The air body resonance, tuned between F sharp and G, supports an expansive dynamic range while preserving balance across the registers. It is a precise and expressive instrument conceived for demanding modern concert performance.
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.