Voboam 6 String Guitar by Zachary Taylor

Voboam 6 String Guitar by Zachary Taylor

The Zachary Taylor designed 6-stringed guitars are based on the instruments made by Rene Voboam. Voboam represented the height of French instrument building in the 17th century. Taylor's major influence was a marvelous 1641 model, located in the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, England. The word "course", when used in the guitaristic sense, refers to more than one string. Most often, it is two, but on some instruments you will find three strings. A common, modern example is the mandolin and bouzouki, both with double strings. On the Baroque guitar, two strings in a course can be tuned in unison or in octaves. When octaves are used for the lower strings, one of the strings is usually tuned an octave higher than the standard string, producing a bright and lively sound. To satisfy players of conventional classical and acoustic guitars, Mid-East and Zachary Taylor agreed to produce a 6-stringed model. This version of the Voboam has become a successful fusion of styles with great appeal for those who enjoy playing an instrument with a rich history. The 5-course version can be used to play more modern pieces, being that it is tuned similarly to a 6-stringed version without the lowest course. Modifications were made to the original design, including the reduction of inlaid decoration, which contributed little to the guitar's sound or functionality. Close attention was paid to the basic construction and materials to bring about a faithful representation of this beautiful guitar. The 6-stringed Voboam Guitar comes strung with the Roosebeck 6-String Baroque Guitar String Set. We carefully set up each instrument for optimum action (string height): between 0.5-0.7mm at the 1st fret for all strings; 3.0-3.5mm at the 10th fret for the 1st string (or 1st course); and 3.5-4.0mm at the 10th fret for the 6th string (or 5th course). Each guitar comes with a Roosebeck Voboam Hard Case which provides exceptional protection for your instrument. This case features a rugged, faux leather exterior, plush cushioned interior, and a locking fastener. Features: Neck and Sides: Mahogany Back: Mahogany & Maple Head Stock Plate, Fretboard and Bridge: Ebony Soundboard: Solid Spruce Rosette: Solid Walnut & Spruce Nut: Buffalo Bone Scale Length: 25.98" Overall dimensions: 35.5" L, 8.97" W & 3.70" D Fretboard Width: 2.04" at the 1st fret and 2.28" at the 8th fret Weight: Approximately 2.3 pounds Shipped insured Brand new