2019 - Kevin Ryan Signature Series Nightingale Grand Soloist - Swiss Moon Spruce & Brazilian Rosewood

The Kevin Ryan Signature Series Nightingale Grand Soloist, crafted in 2019, represents the pinnacle of lutherie artistry, a confluence of innovation, elegance, and sonic perfection. This employee-built masterpiece features meticulously hand-selected materials of the highest caliber, beginning with a Signature Grade Swiss Moon Spruce top, known for its pristine tonal clarity and responsiveness, and Signature Grade Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, prized for their unrivaled depth, richness, and shimmering overtones. Together, these tonewoods create a soundscape of unparalleled warmth, projection, and nuance.

Visually, the Nightingale Grand Soloist is a symphony of intricate detailing. The Florentine cutaway adds a dramatic flair while offering effortless upper-fret access, and the ebony binding theme provides a sleek contrast. Adorned with Blue Paua purfling throughout the top, back, sides, and fretboard, as well as a Blue Paua rosette with Mother of Pearl micro pearl accents, this guitar radiates opulence. The Diamante fretboard and end graft inlays add a sophisticated sparkle, while the Signature Grade Brazilian Rosewood headstock veneer, highlighted by a Blue Paua "R" logo, completes its celestial aesthetic.

Beyond its beauty, this guitar is a triumph of innovation. Kevin Ryan’s Innovation Suite, including the Ergonomic Bevel with Flutes, EO Bracing, Acoustic Honeycomb, and A5 "Racing Stripe" kerfed liner, ensures unmatched playability, resonance, and structural integrity. The titanium bridge pins, paired with an ebony bridge and Gotoh Super 510 machine heads, enhance tuning stability and sustain while reflecting the guitar's modern sophistication.

With a 1 3/4" nut width, 2 1/4" bridge spacing, and a slightly extended 25.7" scale length, the Nightingale offers a balanced feel for both intricate fingerstyle and commanding strumming. This heirloom-quality instrument is delivered in a custom Calton flight case, underscoring its status as a treasure for discerning collectors and performers alike. The Kevin Ryan Nightingale Grand Soloist is not just a guitar—it is a legacy, an instrument that bridges the gap between art and music, inviting its player to explore the profound beauty of every note.

Other specifications include:

• Signature Grade Swiss Moon Spruce Top
• Signature Grade Brazilian Rosewood Back & Sides
• Florentine (Sharp) Cutaway
• Ebony Binding Theme
• Blue Paua Top Purfling
• Blue Paua Back & Sides Purfling
• Blue Paua Rosette with MOP Micro pearl Purfling & Blue Paua Outer Circlet
• Signature Grade Brazilian Rosewood Headstock Veneer
• Blue Paua "R" Logo with MOP Micro Pearl
• Blue Paua Headstock Purfling with MOP Micro pearl Purfling
• Ebony Truss Rod Cover with Blue Paua Corona with MOP Micro pearl & Blue Paua Purfling
• Diamante Fretboard Inlay Theme
• Diamante End Graft Inlays
• Blue Paua Fretboard Purfling with MOP Micro pearl Purfling
• Ebony Bridge
• Gotoh Super 510 Black Chrome Machine 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
• 1 3/4" Nut Width
• 2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
• 25.7" Scale Length
• 5 lb 4 oz
• 965

For more information about the Ryan Nightingale Grand Soloist, please contact us.

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