Kevin Ryan Signature Series Paradiso Grand Concert - Lucky Strike Redwood & Pale Moon Ebony #1318

The Kevin Ryan Signature Series Paradiso Grand Concert is not just a guitar, it is the culmination of decades of obsessive refinement, rare materials, and a deeply personal approach to luthiery. Every inch of this instrument reflects the vision of Kevin Ryan, a builder whose journey began with a simple pursuit of better tone and evolved into one of the most respected names in modern acoustic guitar design. Working alongside a small, highly skilled team of dedicated craftspeople, Ryan has built a legacy on innovation without compromise and artistry without excess. This Paradiso sits at the very peak of that philosophy.

At its heart is something truly extraordinary: a Signature Grade “Lucky Strike” Redwood soundboard. This is not just premium redwood, it is a vanishingly rare cache discovered by Craig and Alicia Carter, salvaged from the depths of history and impossible to replicate. The tonal character is as unique as its origin, offering a richness and responsiveness that feels alive under the player’s touch, with warmth, depth, and immediate bloom that only the finest old-growth material can deliver.

Paired with Signature Grade Pale Moon Ebony back and sides, the visual and tonal contrast is breathtaking. Pale Moon Ebony is prized for its dramatic figuring, but here it also contributes clarity, power, and a piano-like articulation that balances the redwood’s warmth with stunning definition. The result is a voice that is complex yet focused, equally suited for delicate fingerstyle or bold, expressive playing.

Visually, the Paradiso earns its name. The ebony binding theme frames the instrument with understated authority, while Black Tahitian Pearl purfling traces every contour of the top, back, and sides with a subtle, shifting iridescence. The rosette is a masterpiece in itself, combining Black Tahitian Pearl with blue paua purfling and an outer circlet that draws the eye inward. From the headstock purfling to the luminous “R” logo rendered in Black Tahitian Pearl and Mother of Pearl MicroPearl, every detail feels intentional and elevated.

The “Ghost” inlays on the fingerboard and headstock, executed in Black Tahitian Pearl and Gold Mother of Pearl, seem to emerge and disappear depending on the light, adding an element of mystery and refinement without ever overpowering the instrument’s natural beauty.

Beneath the surface lies Ryan’s Innovation Suite, a collection of advancements that redefine what a modern acoustic guitar can be. The ergonomic bevel with flutes makes extended playing effortless. The EO bracing and Acoustic Honeycomb construction enhance resonance and structural efficiency, while the A5 “Racing Stripe” kerfed liner contributes to both strength and tonal transmission. The Ryan Micro Adjustable Truss Rod System ensures precise, long-term playability, and titanium bridge pins maximize energy transfer for increased sustain and clarity.

The Florentine cutaway is sharp and sculptural, granting full access to the upper register while reinforcing the guitar’s elegant silhouette. Gotoh Super 510 black chrome machine heads with ebonoid buttons and the embossed “R” logo provide smooth, reliable tuning with a refined aesthetic to match.

With a 25.7" scale length, 1.75" nut width, and 2.25" bridge spacing, the Paradiso Grand Concert offers a playing experience that feels both expansive and controlled, inviting nuance while rewarding precision.

Housed in a custom Calton flight case, this instrument is protected at the highest level, ready for the stage, studio, or a lifetime of inspiration.

This is not simply a high-end acoustic guitar. It is a rare convergence of history, innovation, and human craftsmanship, anchored by materials that may never be seen again and built by a team that refuses to settle for anything less than extraordinary.

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