Siccas Luthiers - Craftsman Series by Stephen Eden - Lattice
Siccas Luthiers - Craftsman Series by Stephen Eden - Lattice
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About the luthier
Siccas Luthiers was founded by brothers Mirco and Manuel Sicca, who have dedicated their lives to the art of classical guitars, inspired by their late father Mario Sicca. Mario excelled not only as a soloist, but also as a respected professor at the Stuttgart Musikhochschule, and as a passionate luthier and collector. His deep love for the instrument continues to guide their vision.
Rooted in the experience behind Siccas Guitars, a reference for hand-made instruments by the world’s finest luthiers past and present, Mirco and Manuel set out to create guitars that reflect the same high standards of sound, aesthetics, and craft. This vision led to the creation of Siccas Luthiers, a project shaped by unique designs developed in-house by a team of experienced luthiers and players.
The Craftsman Series stands out as the result of close collaboration with renowned guitar makers from around the world. Each instrument emerges from a practical and detailed working process in which designs, methods, and acoustic goals are openly discussed and refined together. This cooperative method allows Siccas Luthiers to integrate the makers’ individual expertise into one of a kind instruments that combine reliability, musicality, and a clear respect for the classical guitar’s heritage.
About the guitar
The Craftsman Series represents the essence of collaboration at Siccas Luthiers, uniting the experience behind Siccas Guitars with the knowledge and artistry of exceptional makers from around the world. This model is the result of an intensive partnership with the renowned luthier Stephen Eden. It was conceived with a clear objective: to create an instrument of impressive power and projection while maintaining the expressive depth and flexibility expected by demanding players.
At the heart of the design is a carefully engineered lattice bracing system that reduces the mass of the soundboard. This lighter, more efficient structure enables the guitar to react quickly to even the most delicate touch, enhancing responsiveness, dynamic range, and overall playability. Despite its modern architecture, the instrument preserves a refined Spanish character that brings warmth, clarity, and balance to the voice.
A low air body resonance of E has been achieved, which results in a strong sense of presence and openness throughout the registers. It gives the trebles a dark and slightly mysterious quality, allowing them to bloom with depth while remaining forgiving during less ideal right hand conditions. The basses benefit from this resonance as well, providing a full and supportive foundation without overshadowing the upper voices, so phrasing develops naturally across the entire instrument.
This model reflects Stephen Eden’s meticulous craftsmanship and the shared commitment to excellence that defines the Craftsman Series. It offers players a powerful, responsive, and expressive instrument that remains rooted in the tradition and spirit of the classical guitar.
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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.