Fabio Zontini - 2023 REG Limited Edition
Fabio Zontini - 2023 REG Limited Edition
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About the luthier
Fabio Zontini, born in Milan in 1971, is a distinguished Italian luthier with a strong foundation in historical guitar construction. He graduated from the Civica Scuola di Liuteria di Milano in 1996 with a diploma in restoration and has since built over 250 instruments. Deeply influenced by the legacy of great makers such as Antonio de Torres, Hermann Hauser I, Francisco Simplicio, Pietro Gallinotti, and Louis Panormo, Zontini has studied many original historical instruments firsthand. His research includes an in-depth analysis of the 1859 Torres guitar once owned by Miguel Llobet, conducted at the Museu de la Música in Barcelona in 2007. He has participated in numerous exhibitions, festivals, and academic events across Europe and Central America, and was one of 15 luthiers involved in the collaborative “Arcimbolda” project for the Roma Expo Guitar in 2016. Since the early 2000s, Zontini has lived and worked in the quiet Ligurian countryside near Olle, where his instruments are crafted with close attention to both traditional aesthetics and refined tonal expression.
About the guitar
This 2023 Roma Expo Guitar Special Edition by Fabio Zontini is a traditional concert guitar created specifically for the Roma Expo Guitar event. Rooted in the aesthetic language of Antonio de Torres, it features design elements such as a finely executed rosette and a headstock inspired by 19th-century Spanish models. These historical references are paired with modern tonal refinement, expressed through a master-grade spruce soundboard and striking Caribbean rosewood for the back and sides. The materials are visually harmonious, with warm hues and dramatic contrast that echo the instrument’s tonal palette.
Tonally, the guitar offers a broad range of color and dynamics. The F-tuned air resonance contributes to a warm and open fundamental, while the spruce top provides clarity and projection, and the Caribbean rosewood supports depth and harmonic complexity. The instrument responds with precision to subtle right-hand nuance, offering intimacy, control, and lyrical flexibility. Though firmly rooted in traditional construction, this guitar is highly suited to contemporary concert performance, inviting an expressive and immersive playing experience.
Condition
The guitar is in excellent condition with only minimal signs of playing wear. Finish and structure are pristine, with no repairs or modifications.
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.