Goodall's effortless-to-play Grand Concert model is a smaller mid-sized guitar that was designed with versatility in mind. It's large enough to tackle some flatpicking, but with this combination of master-grade Italian spruce and Macassar ebony, it's a natural fit for lush, solo fingerstyle. Italian spruce, like other European spruces, offers up an enticing balance of clarity and responsiveness, which is notable. A light pick of the finger and notes ring out with ease. Matched with ebony's effortless sustain and rich overtones, you'll be playing this one happily for hours.
As with every one of their guitars, James and Luke Goodall have missed no marks, from the excellent design to the attention to finishing details. Figured maple adds a contrasting pop against the ebony. The abalone rosette and B/W purfling add a clean, simple finishing touch. The set-up allows for either light or medium gauge strings, depending on preference.