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The Iulius Lirica is not just built, it is engineered with intent from the very first decision. Created by luthier, Giuliano Nicoletti, this is an instrument conceived as a complete acoustic system, where every element exists in service of a clearly defined musical outcome. Rather than assembling components and adjusting after the fact, the Lirica begins with a target response and playing feel, then follows that vision all the way through construction, calibration, and final tuning.
In the hands, that philosophy is immediately apparent. The guitar responds with an unusually low activation threshold, meaning it speaks effortlessly under even the lightest touch. Its transient response is quick and precise, giving notes a crisp, immediate bloom without lag or compression. Articulation remains clean and separated, even in dense passages, while the voice stays balanced across the entire register. Perhaps most striking is the uniformity of sustain. Notes don’t spike or fade unevenly. They hold together with a kind of composure that makes the entire fretboard feel like one continuous, coherent surface.
Visually, the instrument reflects the same level of restraint and precision. The French spruce top, sourced from the Jura Mountains, is elegant and tight-grained, glowing softly under light with a quiet authority. Paired with it is a stunning set of figured English walnut, also from the Jura region, whose rippling, almost liquid figuring brings depth and movement to the back and sides. The contrast between the pale, refined top and the richly textured walnut creates a look that is both modern and organic. Details like ebony binding, the sculpted ebony bridge, and the figured maple accents at the headstock and magnetic plates reinforce a sense of deliberate craftsmanship rather than decoration for its own sake.
Underneath that beauty is a highly controlled acoustic architecture. The T-Fan bracing system is central to the design, carefully managing mass and stiffness to shape how the top moves and distributes energy. The cantilevered Honduran mahogany neck shifts the structural balance of the instrument, improving consistency of notes, particularly as you move into the upper register. This is not subtle. It fundamentally changes how the guitar behaves, making the entire range feel stable and predictable without losing liveliness.
What sets the Lirica apart even further is how it is calibrated. At multiple stages during construction, and again after final setup, the guitar is measured and adjusted at a system level. It is not simply built and left alone. Proprietary tools like ETS and ITS, the External and Internal Tuning Slot systems, allow precise control over how the instrument responds both initially and over time. This means the guitar you hold is not just well made, it is tuned as a dynamic system in its actual playing condition.
The measurable acoustic profile reinforces what you feel. With a monopole mobility of 17, an equivalent mass of 52 grams, and main resonances at 89.5, 180.4, and 214 Hz, the instrument is dialed for efficiency, balance, and clarity of energy transfer. These are not abstract numbers. They translate directly into the immediacy of response, the evenness of tone, and the way the guitar projects without strain.
Material selection follows the same disciplined approach. The French spruce top was chosen not for appearance alone but for its high Q factor, identified through Nicoletti’s TPC analysis system to maximize resonance efficiency. The English walnut, Juglans regia, was selected based on its measured mechanical properties, contributing warmth and complexity without sacrificing clarity. Every piece of wood earns its place through performance.
The playing experience is equally refined. A 25 inch scale length paired with a 1 13/16 inch nut width and 2 1/4 inch bridge spacing gives the instrument a comfortable, modern feel that suits both fingerstyle precision and expressive dynamic work. The C profile neck sits naturally in the hand, while premium hardware like Gotoh 510 black chrome tuners ensures stability and smooth operation. At just 4 pounds 7 ounces, the guitar remains responsive and alive without feeling delicate.
Built in France under the Iulius Guitars name, Giuliano Nicoletti brings a background rooted in acoustic engineering and loudspeaker design. That perspective shows in every aspect of the instrument. It is not a traditional guitar with a few modern tweaks. It is a purpose-built resonant system where intention, measurement, and musicality are tightly connected.
The result is a guitar that feels immediate, balanced, and deeply controlled without ever becoming sterile. It invites nuance, rewards precision, and stays consistent no matter where you play on the neck. For a player who values responsiveness, clarity, and a genuinely engineered acoustic experience, the Iulius Lirica stands in a category of its own.
Other specifications include:
- French Spruce Top (From the Jura Mountains)
- Figured English Walnut Back & Sides (Juglans Regia)
- T-Fan Bracing System
- Ebony Body & Soundhole Binding
- Cantilevered Honduran Mahogany Neck
- Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge
- Figured English Walnut Headstock Front Veneer
- Figured Maple Headstock Rear Veneer
- Figured Maple Magnetic Plates
- C Profile Neck
- Bone Nut & Saddle
- Gotoh 510 Black Chrome Tuning Machines
- Visesnut Case
- 25" Scale Length
- 1 13/16" Nut Width
- 2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
- 4 lb 7 oz
- #30
For more information on the Iulius Lirica, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Iulius
- Body Style
- Concert
- Actual Weight
- 4.7
- Condition
- Brand New
- Model
- Lirica
- Strings
- 6
- Series
- Standard
- Pickup
- No
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The Iulius Lirica is not just built, it is engineered with intent from the very first decision. Created by luthier, Giuliano Nicoletti, this is an instrument conceived as a complete acoustic system, where every element exists in service of a clearly defined musical outcome. Rather than assembling components and adjusting after the fact, the Lirica begins with a target response and playing feel, then follows that vision all the way through construction, calibration, and final tuning.
In the hands, that philosophy is immediately apparent. The guitar responds with an unusually low activation threshold, meaning it speaks effortlessly under even the lightest touch. Its transient response is quick and precise, giving notes a crisp, immediate bloom without lag or compression. Articulation remains clean and separated, even in dense passages, while the voice stays balanced across the entire register. Perhaps most striking is the uniformity of sustain. Notes don’t spike or fade unevenly. They hold together with a kind of composure that makes the entire fretboard feel like one continuous, coherent surface.
Visually, the instrument reflects the same level of restraint and precision. The French spruce top, sourced from the Jura Mountains, is elegant and tight-grained, glowing softly under light with a quiet authority. Paired with it is a stunning set of figured English walnut, also from the Jura region, whose rippling, almost liquid figuring brings depth and movement to the back and sides. The contrast between the pale, refined top and the richly textured walnut creates a look that is both modern and organic. Details like ebony binding, the sculpted ebony bridge, and the figured maple accents at the headstock and magnetic plates reinforce a sense of deliberate craftsmanship rather than decoration for its own sake.
Underneath that beauty is a highly controlled acoustic architecture. The T-Fan bracing system is central to the design, carefully managing mass and stiffness to shape how the top moves and distributes energy. The cantilevered Honduran mahogany neck shifts the structural balance of the instrument, improving consistency of notes, particularly as you move into the upper register. This is not subtle. It fundamentally changes how the guitar behaves, making the entire range feel stable and predictable without losing liveliness.
What sets the Lirica apart even further is how it is calibrated. At multiple stages during construction, and again after final setup, the guitar is measured and adjusted at a system level. It is not simply built and left alone. Proprietary tools like ETS and ITS, the External and Internal Tuning Slot systems, allow precise control over how the instrument responds both initially and over time. This means the guitar you hold is not just well made, it is tuned as a dynamic system in its actual playing condition.
The measurable acoustic profile reinforces what you feel. With a monopole mobility of 17, an equivalent mass of 52 grams, and main resonances at 89.5, 180.4, and 214 Hz, the instrument is dialed for efficiency, balance, and clarity of energy transfer. These are not abstract numbers. They translate directly into the immediacy of response, the evenness of tone, and the way the guitar projects without strain.
Material selection follows the same disciplined approach. The French spruce top was chosen not for appearance alone but for its high Q factor, identified through Nicoletti’s TPC analysis system to maximize resonance efficiency. The English walnut, Juglans regia, was selected based on its measured mechanical properties, contributing warmth and complexity without sacrificing clarity. Every piece of wood earns its place through performance.
The playing experience is equally refined. A 25 inch scale length paired with a 1 13/16 inch nut width and 2 1/4 inch bridge spacing gives the instrument a comfortable, modern feel that suits both fingerstyle precision and expressive dynamic work. The C profile neck sits naturally in the hand, while premium hardware like Gotoh 510 black chrome tuners ensures stability and smooth operation. At just 4 pounds 7 ounces, the guitar remains responsive and alive without feeling delicate.
Built in France under the Iulius Guitars name, Giuliano Nicoletti brings a background rooted in acoustic engineering and loudspeaker design. That perspective shows in every aspect of the instrument. It is not a traditional guitar with a few modern tweaks. It is a purpose-built resonant system where intention, measurement, and musicality are tightly connected.
The result is a guitar that feels immediate, balanced, and deeply controlled without ever becoming sterile. It invites nuance, rewards precision, and stays consistent no matter where you play on the neck. For a player who values responsiveness, clarity, and a genuinely engineered acoustic experience, the Iulius Lirica stands in a category of its own.
Other specifications include:
- French Spruce Top (From the Jura Mountains)
- Figured English Walnut Back & Sides (Juglans Regia)
- T-Fan Bracing System
- Ebony Body & Soundhole Binding
- Cantilevered Honduran Mahogany Neck
- Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge
- Figured English Walnut Headstock Front Veneer
- Figured Maple Headstock Rear Veneer
- Figured Maple Magnetic Plates
- C Profile Neck
- Bone Nut & Saddle
- Gotoh 510 Black Chrome Tuning Machines
- Visesnut Case
- 25" Scale Length
- 1 13/16" Nut Width
- 2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
- 4 lb 7 oz
- #30
For more information on the Iulius Lirica, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Iulius
- Body Style
- Concert
- Actual Weight
- 4.7
- Condition
- Brand New
- Model
- Lirica
- Strings
- 6
- Series
- Standard
- Pickup
- No
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