Jose Marques Classical Cutaway Brazilian Rosewood Acoustic Guitar with Hardshell Case

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The Jose Marquez Classical Cutaway Acoustic is a deeply expressive, handcrafted instrument built for players who value nuance, touch, and tradition above all else. Made by hand in Benfica do Ribatejo, Portugal, this boutique classical guitar reflects a luthier-driven approach where tone and feel come first. The classical body with a cutaway balances old-world sensibility with modern playability, offering easy access to upper positions while preserving the natural resonance and response that define a fine nylon-string guitar.

A red cedar top finished in French polish gives the guitar an immediately warm, open voice, responding effortlessly to a light touch and rewarding dynamic control. Cedar’s natural sweetness pairs beautifully with the richness of rosewood back and sides, producing a singing midrange, rounded lows, and a clear, lyrical top end. The French polish finish allows the woods to breathe and resonate freely, contributing to a sense of intimacy and immediacy that machine-finished instruments rarely capture.

The African mahogany neck feels smooth and relaxed in the hand, with a traditional flat ebony fingerboard that encourages precise articulation and clean classical technique. A detailed multi-ply rosette and binding add subtle visual refinement without distracting from the guitar’s understated elegance. Every detail feels intentional and restrained, reflecting a builder’s confidence in letting the materials and craftsmanship speak for themselves.

Unamplified and purely acoustic, this Jose Marquez classical is designed for players who appreciate authenticity and individuality. Each example is inherently unique, shaped by the hands of its maker and the character of its woods, making it as much a personal musical companion as it is an instrument. It’s a rare opportunity to experience a true boutique classical guitar built with care, patience, and tradition. The Jose Marquez Classical Cutaway Acoustic is available at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: None
• Bracing: Classical
• Cutaway: Yes

Body

• Body Shape: Classical
• Top Material: Red Cedar
• Top Finish: French Polish
• Top Color: Natural
• Back & Sides Material: Amazon Rosewood
• Back Configuration: 2-Piece
• Back & Sides Finish: French Polish
• Bracing: Classical
• Binding Material: Black
• Rosette: Multi-Ply Pattern

Neck

• Neck Material: African Mahogany
• Neck Depth: 0.830" at 1st Fret, 0.919" at 9th Fret
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Nut Width: 1-13/16"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: None
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: Flat
• Neck Finish: Low Gloss
• Neck Joint: Set
• Headstock: Slotted
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: Red and White Lines
• Headplate Finish: Gloss

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Classical Rectangular
• Bridge Material: Indian Rosewood
• Bridge Pins: None
• Saddle: Cow Bone
• Nut Material: Cow Bone
• Tuners: Barnett
• Pickguard: None

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: None
• Strings: Nylon
• Case/Gig Bag: Custom-Fit Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: No119
• Manufacture Date: 2025
• Origin: Handcrafted in Benfica do Ribatejo, Portugal