Walter Verreydt - 2025 Lattice
Walter Verreydt - 2025 Lattice
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About the luthier
Walter Verreydt was born in Lier in Belgium in 1958. After finishing his studies he began teaching woodworking and technical drawing. His combined affection for music and woodcraft naturally led him toward the construction of musical instruments. The classical guitar became his focus and from the very beginning in 1985 he was able to study outstanding examples by Bouchet, Fleta and Hernandez Aguado among others. He also maintained close contact with José Romanillos and Daniel Friederich which helped him to develop a deeply informed and personal approach to guitar making.
In 1999 he received the first prize at the fourth Mostra Concorso Internazionale di Chitarra Classica in Baveno in Italy. From 1988 until the end of 2020 he taught at the Centrum voor Muziekinstrumentenbouw in Puurs where he transmitted to his students an understanding of wood and of the discipline required in fine lutherie. Many of his students have since become respected makers. He is one of the initiators of the Leonardo Guitar Research Project which promotes the use of sustainable non tropical woods for acoustic instruments.
He is also one of the founders of the Cordefactum festival which from 2004 to 2018 brought luthiers together for concerts, lectures, workshops and exhibitions. Since 2021 he has been hosting professional meetings, masterclasses and specialised courses in guitar making. Alongside his own workshop, these courses form an important part of his activity since he considers the education of young makers and the sharing of knowledge an essential mission.
In October 2024 he received the Chitarra d’Oro award at the twenty ninth Convegno Internazionale di Chitarra in Milan. His instruments are played by Andrea De Vitis, Gaëlle Solal, Daniela Rossi, Fernando Espi, Johan Fostier, Juan Almada, Marc Teicholz, Odair Assad, Oman Kaminsky, Pavel Steidl, Pablo Garibay, Piera Dadomo and many others.
About the guitar
This new lattice model from 2025 shows the refined craftsmanship for which Walter Verreydt is admired. The spruce top and Indian rosewood body are finished throughout with French polish and the guitar is remarkably lightweight. Its construction invites the player to listen closely to the evolution of each note. Klaus Scheller tuning machines complete the instrument with dependable mechanical accuracy.
In sound it displays the softness and gentle response characteristic of Verreydt’s lattice work yet the tone remains rooted in a traditional core. Every note blooms with a delicate veil of overtones that gives the guitar its unmistakable charm. The balance is exceptional across all registers which allows the player to shape voices with ease. Each note resonates effortlessly. Layering independent lines becomes almost instinctive and the sustain captivates the player and the listener. The instrument behaves like a small orchestra waiting to be directed and each of its six strings feels like a separate character ready to respond.
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.