Godin La Patrie Concert

Premium Classical with Responsive Playability

The Godin La Patrie Concert is a top-tier classical acoustic guitar from the La Patrie lineup, handcrafted in Quebec, Canada, for players seeking harmonically rich tone and exceptional responsiveness. Ideal for classical, fingerstyle, and flamenco enthusiasts across Australia, it features a solid cedar top and solid mahogany back and sides for a warm, projecting sound. Available in a Custom Polished finish, it’s celebrated for its dynamic range, lightweight feel, and value, making it suitable for concert halls, studios, or home practice.

High-Quality Performance

The Concert delivers a full, nuanced classical tone:

• Body: Classical shape with a solid cedar top for warm, mellow highs and rich mids, paired with solid mahogany back and sides for balanced resonance and projection. The Custom Polished finish is buffed to a high-gloss level that enhances responsiveness without added weight.
• Tone: Harmonically rich with great dynamic range, offering a sweet, singing quality that excels in classical repertoire and fingerstyle. The cedar top provides a soft, responsive feel that opens up with age, while the mahogany adds warmth and sustain.
• Neck: Mahogany with a satin finish and classical profile for comfortable, ergonomic play. The ebony fingerboard has a 24.84″ scale length, 19 frets, and a 2″ nut width to accommodate classical techniques.
• Bridge: Rosewood with a Tusq saddle for precise intonation and enhanced sustain.
• Tuners: Gold-plated with ebony buttons for reliable tuning stability.
• Strings: Nylon (high-tension recommended) for authentic classical tone and smooth playability.

Users praise its build and tone, with a Guitar Canada forum post stating, “The Concert model is a lovely guitar, nice looks, feel, tone, playability, balance.” Some note the truss rod (rare in classical guitars) makes setup easier for different string tensions, though it may require adjustment for humid climates.

Durable and Stylish Design

• Finish: Custom Polished high-gloss on top, back, and sides, showcasing the cedar and mahogany grain while being feather-light and responsive.
• Aesthetics: Features a slotted headstock, ebony bridge, and minimalistic appointments for a traditional classical look.
• Build Quality: Solid woods with a dovetail neck joint for efficient vibration transfer, Tusq nut/saddle for tonal clarity, and lightweight construction (approx. 3.5–4 lbs) for extended play without fatigue.

Backed by a limited lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship, the Concert is built for longevity. Prices range from $999–$1,299 USD (AUD 1,500–1,950), available at Australian retailers like Mannys Music, Store DJ, and Long & McQuade.

Key Performance Features

• Body: Classical, solid cedar top, solid mahogany back/sides
• Neck: Mahogany, classical profile, satin finish
• Fingerboard: Ebony, 24.84″ scale, 19 frets
• Bridge: Rosewood with Tusq saddle
• Tuners: Gold-plated with ebony buttons
• Nut/Saddle: Tusq
• Strings: Nylon (high-tension)
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Notes

• No Electronics – Pure acoustic; for amplified use, consider the Concert CW or EQ variants.
• Truss Rod – Rare in classical guitars, allowing easy setup for different string tensions.
• Setup Recommendation – Professional setup advised to optimize action and intonation.
• Care Instructions – Store in a gig bag (~$50–$100 AUD) to protect the polished finish; clean with a soft cloth.
• Warranty – Verify with retailer; register with Godin for support.

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