Kevin Ryan "The Indigo" Abbey Grand Parlor - European Spruce & Indian Rosewood - NAMM 2025

Unveiled at the 2025 NAMM Show as a crown jewel of Kevin Ryan’s esteemed Cellar Door Series, The Indigo Abbey Grand Parlor is a masterwork of lutherie—an instrument that blurs the line between craftsmanship and artistry. Every element of this guitar, from its tonewoods to its embellishments, has been curated with an obsessive dedication to detail. The hand-applied proprietary top finish lends the European Spruce soundboard a luminous, almost ethereal depth, harmonizing with the deep, resonant voice of the Indian Rosewood back and sides. This tonal pairing, revered for its balance of warmth and articulation, is sculpted by Ryan’s EO Bracing and Acoustic Honeycomb innovations, unlocking a level of dynamic responsiveness few instruments can claim.

Aesthetically, The Indigo is a study in refined opulence. The Ebony binding theme frames its graceful curves, while Blue Paua soundboard purfling and Black Tahitian Pearl inlays on the back, sides, and headstock create a stunning interplay of light and shadow. The Indian Rosewood rosette, accented with Blue Paua purfling, adds a final touch of sophistication, mirroring the elegantly inlaid Blue Paua "R" logo on the headstock. The Venetian cutaway ensures effortless access to higher registers, while the Arts & Crafts-style bridge and fretboard termination reinforce its bespoke aesthetic. The Slab Style headstock, fitted with Gotoh Super 510 Black Chrome machine heads—each adorned with Ebonoid buttons and an embossed “R” logo—completes this masterpiece’s visual identity.

Beyond its striking beauty, The Indigo Abbey Grand Parlor is an ergonomic marvel. The Ryan Ergonomic Bevel with Flutes, coupled with the featherweight 4 lb 5 oz body, ensures hours of effortless playability, while the Ryan Micro Adjustable Truss Rod System and Titanium Bridge Pins enhance both longevity and tonal precision. For the traveling musician, a Custom Calton Flight Case offers unrivaled protection, befitting an instrument of this caliber.

From the stage of NAMM 2025 to the hands of a discerning player, The Indigo Abbey Grand Parlor is more than a guitar—it is an heirloom, a singular expression of artistry and innovation.

Other specifications include:

• European Spruce Soundboard
• Indian Rosewood Back & Sides
• Venetian (Soft) Cutaway
• Ebony Binding Theme
• Blue Paua Soundboard Purfling
• Black Tahitian Pearl Back & Sides Purfling
• Black Tahitian Pearl Headstock Purfling
• Indian Rosewood Rosette with Blue Paua Purfling
• Blue Paua "R" Logo
• Arts & Crafts Style Bridge
• Arts & Crafts Fretboard Termination
• Slab Style Headstock
• Gotoh Super 510 Black Chrome Machines Heads with Ebonoid Buttons and Embossed "R" Logo
• Innovation Suite (Ryan Ergonomic Bevel with Flutes, EO Bracing, Acoustic Honeycomb, Ryan Micro Adjustable Truss Rod System, Titanium Bridge Pins and A5 "Racing Stripe" Kerfed Liner)
• Custom Calton Flight Case
• Showcased at NAMM 2025
• 1 3/4" Nut Width
• 2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
• 25 1/2" Scale Length
• 4 lb 5 oz
• #1236

For more information about the Ryan Abbey Grand Parlor Model, please contact us.

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Kevin Ryan Abbey Grand Parlor – Sitka Spruce & Cocobolo | Demo with Matt Chulka