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The Gaiero MDC in Swiss Spruce and Ziricote is a striking example of a modern luthier working at the height of his powers. Mark Gaiero brings decades of hands-on experience to this instrument, shaped not only by years at the bench but by the deep influence of his apprenticeship under Irvin Somogyi. That lineage shows up clearly here, not as imitation, but as a fully realized voice. Gaiero builds with intent, chasing responsiveness, balance, and a tactile connection that serious players immediately recognize.
At the heart of this MDC is a finely voiced Swiss Spruce top, chosen for its dynamic range and sensitivity. It responds with immediacy under a light touch while maintaining composure and headroom when pushed. Paired with Ziricote back and sides, the tonal profile leans toward clarity and complexity, with piano-like lows, articulate mids, and a crisp, shimmering top end. The result is a guitar that feels alive in the hands, equally suited for nuanced fingerstyle and more assertive playing.
The build details reinforce both performance and aesthetic refinement. A Texas Ebony fingerboard and bridge provide a smooth, durable playing surface with excellent note definition, while the matching headstock veneer face and Royal Blackwood back veneer add visual depth. The Ziricote ring rosette ties the design together with understated elegance, complemented by Rocklite Ebano bindings and clean black and maple purflings. The Florentine cutaway is sculpted with precision, offering effortless access to the upper register without disrupting the instrument’s visual flow.
The cherry neck contributes to a comfortable, stable feel, and the 25.5 inch scale length paired with a 1 3/4 inch nut and 2 1/4 inch bridge spacing strikes a versatile balance between playability and string separation. EVO Gold frets offer long-term durability with a smooth playing surface, and Gotoh 510 mini tuning machines provide reliable, precise tuning stability.
Finished in a traditional French polish, the guitar’s surface is exceptionally thin, allowing the top to vibrate freely and enhancing the instrument’s responsiveness and tonal nuance. At just 5 pounds 7 ounces, it remains lightweight and resonant, reinforcing that sense of immediacy when played.
Housed in a TKL Voyager flight case, this MDC is not just a beautifully crafted instrument, it is a serious tool for musicians who demand expression, clarity, and connection. This is where thoughtful design, elite materials, and a seasoned builder’s touch all come together in a way that feels effortless but is anything but accidental.
Other specifications include:
- Swiss Spruce Top
- Ziricote Back & Sides
- Texas Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge
- Texas Ebony Headstock Veneer Face
- Royal Blackwood Headstock Veneer Back
- Ziricote Ring Rosette
- Florentine Cutaway
- Rocklite Ebano Bindings
- Black/Maple Purflings
- Cherry Neck
- French Polish Finish
- Gotoh 510 Mini Tuning Machines
- EVO Gold Frets
- TKL Voyager Flight Case
- 25.5” Scale Length
- 1 3/4” Nut
- 2 1/4” Bridge Spacing
- 5 lb 7 oz
- #2026B
For more information about this Gaiero guitar, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Gaiero
- Body Style
- Modified Dreadnought
- Actual Weight
- 5.7
- Model
- MDC
- Condition
- Brand New
- Strings
- 6
- Pickup
- No
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The Gaiero MDC in Swiss Spruce and Ziricote is a striking example of a modern luthier working at the height of his powers. Mark Gaiero brings decades of hands-on experience to this instrument, shaped not only by years at the bench but by the deep influence of his apprenticeship under Irvin Somogyi. That lineage shows up clearly here, not as imitation, but as a fully realized voice. Gaiero builds with intent, chasing responsiveness, balance, and a tactile connection that serious players immediately recognize.
At the heart of this MDC is a finely voiced Swiss Spruce top, chosen for its dynamic range and sensitivity. It responds with immediacy under a light touch while maintaining composure and headroom when pushed. Paired with Ziricote back and sides, the tonal profile leans toward clarity and complexity, with piano-like lows, articulate mids, and a crisp, shimmering top end. The result is a guitar that feels alive in the hands, equally suited for nuanced fingerstyle and more assertive playing.
The build details reinforce both performance and aesthetic refinement. A Texas Ebony fingerboard and bridge provide a smooth, durable playing surface with excellent note definition, while the matching headstock veneer face and Royal Blackwood back veneer add visual depth. The Ziricote ring rosette ties the design together with understated elegance, complemented by Rocklite Ebano bindings and clean black and maple purflings. The Florentine cutaway is sculpted with precision, offering effortless access to the upper register without disrupting the instrument’s visual flow.
The cherry neck contributes to a comfortable, stable feel, and the 25.5 inch scale length paired with a 1 3/4 inch nut and 2 1/4 inch bridge spacing strikes a versatile balance between playability and string separation. EVO Gold frets offer long-term durability with a smooth playing surface, and Gotoh 510 mini tuning machines provide reliable, precise tuning stability.
Finished in a traditional French polish, the guitar’s surface is exceptionally thin, allowing the top to vibrate freely and enhancing the instrument’s responsiveness and tonal nuance. At just 5 pounds 7 ounces, it remains lightweight and resonant, reinforcing that sense of immediacy when played.
Housed in a TKL Voyager flight case, this MDC is not just a beautifully crafted instrument, it is a serious tool for musicians who demand expression, clarity, and connection. This is where thoughtful design, elite materials, and a seasoned builder’s touch all come together in a way that feels effortless but is anything but accidental.
Other specifications include:
- Swiss Spruce Top
- Ziricote Back & Sides
- Texas Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge
- Texas Ebony Headstock Veneer Face
- Royal Blackwood Headstock Veneer Back
- Ziricote Ring Rosette
- Florentine Cutaway
- Rocklite Ebano Bindings
- Black/Maple Purflings
- Cherry Neck
- French Polish Finish
- Gotoh 510 Mini Tuning Machines
- EVO Gold Frets
- TKL Voyager Flight Case
- 25.5” Scale Length
- 1 3/4” Nut
- 2 1/4” Bridge Spacing
- 5 lb 7 oz
- #2026B
For more information about this Gaiero guitar, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Gaiero
- Body Style
- Modified Dreadnought
- Actual Weight
- 5.7
- Model
- MDC
- Condition
- Brand New
- Strings
- 6
- Pickup
- No
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