Hello Renato,

La Espanola has arrived yesterday and indeed, she's a one of a kind jewel!  I wanted to share with you how impressed I am with the flawless artistic craftsmanship as well as with the wonderful musical projection of this beautiful instrument. The fine details that so much appealed to me in the pictures and sample video posted in your website, come short of doing justice to the honor of contemplating and playing the real thing. The experience of tuning the guitar was done with the utmost respect, as I was pretty conscious of me witnessing first-hand the wonderful sounds and colors of my guitar coming to life. Once properly tuned, I could really tell she has a very vivid projection, one that grows in you by the minute with a clarity and richness of sound which I've never heard in any other guitar I've played to this date; to this I must add the ease of play as a very intrinsic character that makes you fall for this instrument at first play. 

Thank you so much for delivering quality, beauty and satisfaction through one of the most rewarding on-line shopping experiences there is. Yours is a truly professional service, certainly client-oriented and one that matches advertisement, technology and state of the art products with great value (even the selection of the sturdy hard-shell carrying case reveals a true commitment to the high quality of its contents!); the courier express delivery and their monitored access follow-up was another highlight of great costumer service. You have done a great job in putting together your website as part of a business that combines expertise, knowledge and art into a very special showcase that glows with your love for the instrument and music, transcending to your clients.  I am also very pleased to have signed up as a member and enjoy access to the vast musical knowledge and useful learning tools. I feel privileged to be one of your costumers and I want to take this opportunity to thank you and your luthier for bringing me so much joy and happiness in one single package; I hope to have the opportunity to visit Luque in the near future (a place that I once visited and stayed during a one month vacation in the 80's and from which I have very fond memories) and look forward to meet you and visit your workshop in person.

un fuerte abrazo,

Carlos Pineda, 
Washington, D.C. 

Dear Renato: 
Thank you for the magnificent job you did in building my guitar.

Firstly, I think that it is the most beautiful instrument I have ever seen and secondly the design is  just the sort of guitar I like. The neck and fingerboard are  particularly good and allow for a very clean left hand sound. The guitar is surprisingly similar to a 1969 David Rubio that I own. The  Rubio has a very warm and full sound but they way your guitar is  developing it won't take long for it to match or even surpass the Rubio.

Once again thank you for such a superb instrument
John Perry , Australia, August10, 2007

Renato,

 Today my guitar arrived.  Today I am speechless.  My guitar arrived in 4 days as promised and upon opening the case I cannot believe my eyes!  As promised, this guitar is perfect!  The quality and finish is beyond any expectation I had, it is flawless.  No words can describe it.  It is awesome.  Your builder is truly gifted.   You have made me the guitar of my dreams.   Not only is she a work of art, but the ease of play is amazing…I will have to learn all over again, and this time I will enjoy it!

 I will admit at first I was skeptical, as many may be.  After all, ordering a custom guitar online from a foreign country!  My friends said I was crazy!   I was warned against fraud, poor construction, less than quality wood, etc., etc. They said concert quality guitars can't be made for that price, and in that short of time; something has to be wrong…nobody allows that degree of customization.  Maybe they are made in China?   All of them said the same thing; I am throwing away my money!  I had been watching and admiring your web site for months and after communicating with you I decided to take a chance.  It was absolutely the best decision, you are a man of your word.  Today those same friends of mine are now also speechless!   Looking at my guitar, "unbelievable" is the common comment.  They are green with envy.  I can only smile. 

 My guitar is beautiful beyond belief and the construction is perfect.  The pictures on the web only hint of the quality.  You customized it exactly as I requested and now she is unique to me, not a mass produced model number 2, or 3, etc., but totally unique.  As time passes, the sound and feel will only become better.   I cannot be happier.  Thank you, thank you. 

God bless you,
Brian Teddy, USA,August 8, 2007

I have been playing her constantly for the past two days.  You don't want to put her down.  Wow!, what a difference in the quality of sound and it is so light.  My fingers aren't cramped anymore and feel better when I play.  Now whenever I pick up my son's  guitar  it feels awkward already.  The Bellucci is so much more high quality. 
Thanks, Shawn USA, August 2007

Dear Renato: I met my teacher today (who studied with and is friends with Pepe Romero).  James  was very impressed with my new Bellucci guitar.  Not only is it esthetically beautiful, he loved the tone, the full sound, and he noticed very quickly that the fret board is thinner than usual which he said is perfect for me.  He loved the radiused fretboard, too.  He said I was going to have a lot of fun with this guitar, and that it would be easy for me to learn to play it. He felt it was a wonderful choice, the best thing I could do because he agreed it was easy to play and had an impressive sound.  He loved the wood, he mentioned the spruce top over and over again. Thank you, Renato.  Please add me to your list of very happy, satisfied customers.
Vicki, USA, August 2007

Dear Renato:
Thank you for building such a beautiful instrument ! I simply cannot put it down. Playing is a lot easier that with my other guitars. My playing is on a totally new level now. The attention to detail is simply spectacular !  I will be sending more business to you because you deserve it. Thank you
Frank, USA, June 30 2007

Hola Renato: My new guitar arrived today at noon. I tuned her....she sounds better and better with each passing hour. It is now  4:23 AM I could not go to sleep and I started playing again....and yes, ha-ha-haaa, she sounds even better. 
THANK YOU
Alfredo, Sevilla, Spain, June 30 2007

Dear Renato: My Bellucci guitar # 2 arrived safely today and it's amazing. The workmanship is extraordinary and the box seems as responsive as # 1 ,  which sounds like a locomotive!!    Thanks again for the efforts of yourself and all the artists in residence.  It looks like another bravura performance !!
Thanks again for exceeding all my expectations... it's a BEAUTY !!! Best Regards,   Steve Miller,  Rochester   NY, June 29 2007

Dear Renato; 
I want to thank you for the beautiful guitar. It is wonderful.   My music teacher  agreed and was very impressed with the workmanship. You will get another order from him. Thank you again for all the work you did.  It plays very easily, my fingers have no problems  to stop any note. The sound is fantastic. It can not be any better than this can it????? I also like the case, such quality.....Lots of hugs.. Sonia....Thousand thanks
Sonia, Dayton MD, USA, June 26th

Dear Renato,
I received the guitar yesterday. It is absolutely magnificent. You did a
superb job in matching the Brazilian Rosewood grain, especially where the
neck meets the body. It's incredible.
The tone and playability are excellent, and I expect it will become even
better as the woods settle, acclimatize and mature.
Thank you Renato for creating for me a "perfect guitar". I will be back for
more.
Sincerely,  Peter, Alberta Canada, June 21, 2007

Dear  Maestro Renato 
I have had the guitar you built for me for a little over a year now. Your instrument has proven to be an excellent one and passes the test of time with flying colors. She sounds better with every passing day. I wish you luck and health.
Your admirer Jose Olivera. Cuban guitarist and composer.
Jose, CUBA, June 18, 2007

Dear Renato,   I just received my beautiful flamenco guitar. "Absolutely stunning".  I was in awe of the pictures but to see her in person is, without question, a sight to behold.  You must be extremely proud of yourself for creating such a masterpiece.  I am amazed at how beautiful cypress can be when done with such superb craftsmanship and she is as light as a feather. 
    I will be sure to follow your instructions on her care because I know I will be keeping her forever.  To put it simply....." I love her".  She is my Senorita for life.  Thank you ever so much.  You are the best. 
    Later I well send you a picture of us.  Thanks again.  Your friend Pete Delozier, USA, June 15, 2007

Hello, Renato, 
I received the "Senorita" today. What a beauty!!. I feel like I'm on a first date with Penelope Cruz; I'm afraid to touch her. Lordy, its the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. Thank you soooooo  much.
Bill, USA, June 14, 2007

Renato, La Espanola has arrived and of course it is spectacular!!  I find it hard to believe that wood can be worked by human hands into such an astonishing creation  It would be worth a trip to Asuncion just to see the studio in action.   Amazing work... my compliments on a great work of art... BRAVO!
Steve Miller,  Rochester   NY, June 8, 2007

Greetings Renato:
She has arrived and is fabulous!! Thank you
Deborah, USA, May 28th 2007

Dear Renato, she arrived! What an unbelievable beautiful instrument!!!! She is absolutely playable (as if i never played a different instrument in my life). Lots of HUGGS
Alex, South Africa, May 28th 2007

Renato...thanks for the beautiful guitar ! Sweet tone and harmonics... it has a perfect amount of reverb in how it resonates. It is also easier to play than my other guitars, as it states on your website. I couldn't be happier. She's a keeper. Donald, USA May 9th 2007 

Today she has arrived.  The pictures that you took and allowed me to see were beautiful but even they did not prepare me for actually seeing this instrument and holding it in my hands.  This guitar is a work of art just to look at.  The love that you put into your work shows through. I tuned it up immediately and  I was able to see what she sounded like.  The sound is so very sweet and the action is so fine that the instrument almost plays itself. This is without doubt the finest guitar that it has been my privilege to play.  I thank you sir!  I shall cherish it for the rest of my life. Also thank you for the excellent hard shell case.  It is very nice. Sincerely, Chris Harrison, USA, May 3rd 2007 

Dear Renato, the Guitar arrived yesterday, she's precious and the construction is perfect in every detail. Dynamics are simply fantastic. Thank you for having built such a beautiful instrument and my congratulations to the luthier, I can tell that he does his work with care and a deep knowledge of guitar construction. My sincere regards, this will not be the only Bellucci I intend to buy. Be sure of that. A big hug, Gonzalo, Seville- Spain
April 25th, 2007

Dear Renato, Ziggy's guitar arrived! She is absolutely beautiful. Ziggy played her for many hours today. Our family thanks you very much for all your patience and we also thank all the people involved in making her. We are looking forward to purchasing another Bellucci Guitar in a few years for Ziggy's younger brother Miles. Kind regards, Chris Johnston,New Zealand, Apr.16, 2007.

Renato ,  La Española is wonderful !   The more I play it,  the more it feels  and sounds beautiful.  I really love this guitar !   Thanks for everything.  I will tell all my friends about your guitars.
Edel, USA Apr. 14th 2007

Renato:  I've received guitar yesterday, she's the best that I played in my life. Sound is beautiful and strong, perfect separated of voices. I've played Bach's suite E-moll bwv 996, baroque music sounds very beautiful on my concert Bellucci guitar. Perfect work! I think, that my guitar is the best.
Thanks to you Renato, the guitar is perfect, I' m very happy! 
Vladislav, Kazakhstan
Apr. 12, 2007

Renato, my new baby is everything I hoped for and more.  Just beautiful.  The spruce is gorgeous and the Brazilian rosewood is breathtaking.  What projection.  She already has a warm tone but I can tell that she is just getting ready to open up big time (she's so new I'm sure she still thinks she more of a tree than a guitar but I intend to convince her to the contrary in short order). I just cranked out the cello prelude, prelude in Dm, Frog Galliard and Sunburst (York).  Her intonation seems right on the money.   She's extremely responsive already and capable of producing many different tone colors.  The action is perfect.  I couldn't be happier with her, brother.  You and the builder delivered all you promised and more.  I thank you sincerely for that.
Rick,

Hi Renato;  Got the guitar yesterday, let it sit overnight before opening. Words cannot express my happiness.This is the Classical I have been looking for for 45 years. A work of sonic art, so playable. Best top I have ever seen.    Thanking you;  Gregory Donaldson

Thank You!! I received my guitar yesterday Friday March 2nd. I have never played a guitar so well made. When I first looked at it and then put it in my hands I immediately knew and felt a quality in an instrument I have never known in my 58 years. It is so beautiful. I just enjoy looking at it. I have never played a guitar like this. I have played others worth thousands more but the quality of those guitars do not compare to yours. The guitar I have been playing for over 30 years has a thicker and more rounded neck. I much prefer the design of your neck. The neck and adjustment on your guitar is so much more responsive and the chord blends are so much more clear in their timbre. I can feel a greater sense of the chord especially in the upper part of the neck.
I just love the way it feels in my hands.  I am so thrilled that I made this purchase and I have you to thank. I so appreciate your readiness to correspond which has been a blessing to me, You are a great man and an exceptional human being. In much appreciation. Thank You, William US
 March 3rd 2007

Dear Renato,  I am so entranced by the beauty of this guitar both aesthetically and audibly. In just a matter of days the guitar unlocked new ways for me to express emotion with dynamics that I never dreamed of. Everyday I feel like a new sound comes alive in the guitar.  Thank you so much for constructing the instrument that will bring so many new opportunities. Con muchas, muchas gracias, Facundo, Argentina
February 28th 2007

Renato: The guitar arrived today (Feb 21, 2007) in perfect condition. The guitar is beautiful. I congratulate you on producing this wonderful instrument. If I could play as well as the guitar looks, I would be a virtuoso. Thank you very much. 
Paul

Dear Renato, I can not express my appreciation for the beautiful instrument your Luthier has made. It is absolutely exquisite. It was all I hope for and more. Having a knowledge that guitars tonally improve with age I know with time the sound will even be better, but I don't know how it could sound any better than it does now.  The vibrato is lush, nuance comes forth so easily, the color range is wide and this all combines with an ease of playing that is unsurpassed at this price. Very Nice!  It is everything that a Classical guitar should be, light, clear but sweet, robust in the low end, loud, easy to handle, even and balanced between registers, good sustain, singing trebles, easy to play and a joy to express on. In the  U.S. this guitar would have cost me in the 7 to 10 thousand dollar range. It is absolutely gorgeous. Words can not express my appreciation. I will cherish this gift always. Please express my thanks to your luthier. He is a great builder. Thank you my friend.
Gary Hunter, February 15th 2007

Dear Renato,
I received the striped Macassar ebony/Spruce beauty !!
After unpacking, the first and only thing I did was looking at her.
I remember my first love and I can tell you that the same feelings were back again in my mind.  I can see she was built with love and a lot of craftsmanship. The sound is beautiful . Thank you and your luthier for this outstanding work.
Your friend, Ron Berends
Ron, Holland 
January 9th 2007

Dear Renato, 
I received the fabulous maple cutaway, yesterday. The maple parts are literally marbling ! All of details are beautiful and elegant. The sound is crystalline, but also so mellow. I can hear different and various kinds of harmonic overtones at one time. The sound's character is so unique and ravishing. I'm also fully satisfied with the scale length of 640 mm, as my hands are not big enough for 650 mm. Thank you Renato and the luthier for an awe-inspiring instrument. 
With warm regards,
Yukio, Japan 
November 7th 2006

Dear Renato Bellucci, 
With all of my heart, I have always been VERY good with words. I've written several novels countless poems (Some I allowed to be published) and I have never interviewed for a job that I didn't get because I always know what to say and the right time to say it, but when I opened the package with my Cedar Top inside today I went blank and all I had were very strong emotions that had no words to fit them. When I began this THANK YOU letter I knew that to describe the guitars beauty or it's sound or tone or it's workmanship or even how I felt all the way through my soul would only insult you and your guitars for there are no English words that express what should be said. Every word I know of does not rise high enough to do it justice. So in order not to belittle You or your masterpieces I will simply say before the entire world that I could not be more pleased and (this coming from a man who used to buy and sell antique guitars) I've never heard a better sounding guitar IN MY LIFE! You shipped it Monday, I got it Wednesday, the service and courtesy and sense of friendliness knew no bounds! To anyone else reading this: Don't hesitate any longer! Buy a guitar from this man and then guard it with your life!  Search all you wish, it is a waste of time--buy a BELLUCCI first and save all that time, money and disappointment for this is the guitar you are looking for, I promise!!!  I know of no way I could possibly ever thank you properly but I gladly say this: MAY GOD DEEPLY AND RICHLY BLESS YOU EVEN GREATLY BEYOND WHAT HE ALREADY HAS. A true friend for life.
ARLAN D. KENT, Oklahoma, USA
Nov, 2006

Renato, what can I say? I know you have heard this many, many times before, but WOW! Just the looks of this guitar alone are simply breathtaking. The dark cedar top with he Australian rosette and dark binding is simply hard to believe. It is the most beautiful guitar I have ever seen in my life. The Bolivian Rosewood on the back amazes everyone who sees it. 
About the sound? Sir, I was stunned from the very first chord I rolled! There is balance of gorgeous rich penetrating tone and power in every register. The guitar lacks nothing. I especially am appreciative of the low-profile neck. I do not have really large hands and, therefore, love the feel and shape of this neck. I can get around quickly without fatigue. I also love the laminated maple and ebony through the neck. Strong yet a work of art! 
Renato, I cannot thank you enough. I don't think I have ever been this happy. I will play this one forever!
Sincerely,
Mel Hallam, Wyoming, USA
Oct, 2006
 

Dear Renato
My guitar arrived late yesterday afternoon.  Thank you very much! I pray that one day I'll be worthy of owning such a beautiful instrument!
Best Wishes
Suzanne, Australia, Oct, 2006

Dear Renato: the Gorgeous Guitar arrived today in perfect condition. I have seen a few concert quality instruments and had the privilege of owning one before receiving yours. This guitar is truly beautiful. It was obviously made with great love and attention to detail, which I deeply appreciate. The sound opened up quite a bit after being in the room for only 45 minutes and being played some. The trebles are bright and very clear. The bases are bold, but not overbearing. The balance between the two is ideal for me. If I were standing in Asuncion today, I would surely give you a big hug for making me such a lovely guitar. Mel , USA 
Oct, 2006

My new guitar sounds better with each passing day. The sustain is excellent and the feel of the fretboard is perfect. I want to play her all the time...the tuners are gorgeous. 
Playing is so much easier with this instrument. The width of the fingerboard is perfect and feels so comfortable. The fourth string is top notch... outstanding sustain. The best I ever heard or played. Playing Bach BWV 996 will be easy now ! Thanks a lot !
Leonardo Jordan, Colombia
Oct, 2006

Renato, 
Happy Days are here.  Just received my beautiful Mangore Fleta/Torres concert guitar and she is simply beautiful.  The figuring on the rosewood is gorgeous and the cedar has a rich warm color and I am having a difficult time taking my eyes off of her.... played a few notes, and tone and sustain are great.  The action on the guitar is so much better than what I am used to. Most certainly, I will be able to play longer and will enjoy this much more. Please pass along my regards to the builder and let him know that he has created yet another masterpiece.  The Rosette, purflings, head stock, finish are all absolutely spot on and I couldn't be happier.  Without a doubt, I will be ordering another Mangore beauty from you in the near future.  In fact, I just received the Bubinga backs and sides, as well the Engelmann spruce soundboards that I will be sending to you for the builder to create yet another masterpiece.  I have already selected the Rosette for my guitar and will wait with just as much anticipation as I did for my first custom Mangore. 
Virgil, USA
 

Renato: I have seen the guitar and I am speechless for the beauty of it. It sounds amazing. This looks like it has a lot of expensive custom options. The binding in the back, the tuners etc...Did you go out of your way to make me extremely happy? That, you did...I hope it did not cost you a lot of money to do all these. I feel a bit sorry for you now. Please tell me that you at least did not loose money on this guitar. Now, my son will certainly pick this guitar up and become a good player. This guitar makes you want to play it all the time. Wow... Yavuz, Turkey

Dear Renato: I received the baby this morning. She's just like I expected: Magnificent ! A big hug from your friend and admirer. Pepe. Spain

She is a really beautiful guitar!  Exactly like I wanted her. The smell of fresh wood and lacquer inspire my playing. The sound is beautiful. I’m taking good care of her. Thank you for everything.  Alcides, Venezuela

The guitar is a true masterpiece. The sound is stunning and the finish spectacular. Thank you for creating this masterwork.  I will subscribe to the online masterclasses soon !  A big hug, thank you Alberto, Venezuela

Dear Mr Bellucci, today I went to DHL to get for my new guitar. I have no words !!… however I will try:
Sound… I told you that it was looking for a deep and powerful bass and you achieved it. The bass are really impressive. I love Spanish music and the bass of this guitar feels imposing when playing Spanish music… The Bubinga/Cedar combination is simply magnificent.
The finish… it surpassed my expectations. “It is a true masterpiece” Oh, the rosette!! My God! What a beauty and the detail… it is incredible… I can see every single pixel. 
I have seen guitars that offer a lot less than my Bellucci and cost up to 10,000 US$... Amazing… If I could spend 10,000US$ for a guitar, I would prefer to buy several Belluccis ; -)
I want to thank you for the accessories. I also want to tell you that I really liked the DVD “At the sun set in Casapueblo”.  I felt a huge emotion. I know that you talk about Segovia as “The Master” but let me tell you with all sincerity that you are so good or better... I would be satisfied if I could play the guitar the fourth part of how you play it… I already saw the DVD 3 times.  Thank you for the dedication.  Thank you again and of course to the artist builder for this work of art. Ignacio, Venezuela
 

Dear Renato:  She did arrive and for the past few days I have been enjoying the experience.  She is a beautiful guitar to look at, to play and to listen to. My whole  family thinks that She is wonderful. Paraguay sounds a lovely place to live and if this instrument is a typical example of the workmanship of the people of Paraguay then they have a lot to be proud of. I think your web site is fantastic and I will revisit in the future. God bless. Kind regards.  Alasdair, UK

Renato, For most of my life I have believed in the old adage that states "if it is too good to be true, it probably is". Your guitars obviously do not follow that rule. I could not be happier with her. I have played of and on for 40 years and have seen and played some impressive instruments. This guitar will hold its own with any of the best. Everything positive that I've read about these guitars is absolutely true. I know that certain people look for certain things. What impresses me: balance, power, sustain, ease of play and of course a wonderful sound. The absolute easiest neck, period. Bar chords are as easy as Em. Even #3 string G is not wimpy.  I am no longer a skeptic. Beautiful woods and solid workmanship. This guitar is a true inspiration and will make playing and learning so much easier for any one aspiring to learn how to play classical guitar. I will be back for my second. Thank you for everything!!   Abrasos,  Tommy, USA

Renato, I just got my guitar this morning. I feel that I didn't pay enough for this guitar :-) I think this guitar could sell over here for thousands more of what I paid. Just like you said on your web site. She is beautiful, the neck feels GREAT and the action is absolutely FANTASTIC. She is SO EASY to play! She is going to make me sound great and she is going to speed up my studies. I am just so happy with the process of buying a guitar from you. She plays nothing like the guitars I tried out in the local shop, night and day compared to those guitars. Again, she is just beautiful, she sounds and feels great! Thank you!!!. Phil, USA

Dear Renato: I received my new concert guitar from you. The guitar is the most beautiful instrument I´ve ever seen. A good amount of my playing time goes simply into admiring the craftmanship...The sound is absolutely incredible. I can hardly imagine how it will improve over time! I am extremely grateful for the way you handle your business - in two ways. First, it gives players like me the opportunity to play a high-end concert guitar at a more than affordable price. Second, I always felt that you care about and respect me as a musician, a business partner and a person. It was a very valuable lesson for me to see that politeness in modern business is indeed possible. You set an example for me as a player and as a person. Thank you very much, and please continue to make other people happy through your music and your personality. Best wishes Christian, Germany

Dear Renato, The Padauk baby, Engleman spruce top with 660 mm scale neck arrived today! (Feb 6, 2006) The flawless design of the 1968 Fleta instrument has been reproduced perfectly with a full size body and deep sound. Every surface on this guitar is 100% smooth to touch and to the eye. The stylization is brilliant! It doesn't matter if you have been a concert guitarist all your life or are new ,  the quality is as good as any in the world.  The sound produced by the available 660 mm neck has tremendous sustain.  The sound is powerful, robust and loud.  If you play very softly, there is still a strong sound. And of course if you prefer volume, let your thumb and fingers pick up the intensity. My guitar serial number is 170 and I know that within the next hundred years or so, these guitars are going to be on the concert stage. For anybody from the beginner to the pro. The inside of the guitar is beautifully polished and braced with a classic Spanish foot on the inside that connects the back and sides to the top and the fret board. The full size body has Padauk wood back and sides (which is a very hard wood and throws out a strong sound). The Engleman spruce top helps the whole guitar vibrate in your hands, thus projecting fabulous sound throughout the room. Also you could have a gold nameplate on the back of the headstock . You could easily expect to pay $8-$10,000 for a guitar such as this. Judging by the quality of this custom made guitar, I am positive that the other guitars that are ready for shipment are only of the highest quality as inspected by Renato. I am located in Camden, South Carolina.  Simon, USA

I just had to write and tell you how much I love the guitar.  She's so beautiful.  The sound is un-matchable.  Loud, wild,  and sweet sounds come from her.  I love the cedar top. She  came without a scratch on her, and I can tell that someone really put great effort and time into this beauty.  It's the perfect size for my body type, and the detail is unmatched.  I can't think of a better deal than this Renato, seriously.  If you want to buy a guitar in the States of this quality you were right when you said you can expect to EASILY dish out 6,000 dollars.  Tell your luthier thanks and that he has another outstanding compliment from a satisfied guitarist.  I will never get rid of this guitar. James, USA

Hello Renato, I just wanted to let you know she has arrived intact and in perfect condition.  She sounds beautiful, and I have spent most of my free time with her since she arrived.  I’ve noticed a change in my playing for the better.  Perhaps this is because of the excellence of the guitar, or perhaps it is a sign of how much I like her—I don’t know how to tell the difference.  I just know there is a quality there that adds to my playing.  She is really an example of fantastic workmanship.  I very much admire the quality of the wood in the body of the guitar.  The wood grain has a look for which I really don’t have the language to describe.  The attention to detail is wonderful, especially the decoration at the wood seams.  The finish is deep and beautiful.  The tuner action is smooth.  She is all that I could want in a guitar.  Thank you.  I’d certainly recommend you as a source for anyone else who asks me where they should go for a quality instrument. Thank you again Renato, many well deserved Hugs to you, - Mark. Mark, USA

Renato, I received by beautiful guitar today and it is everything you said it was going to be. The workmanship is amazing, the wood is great, the finish is spectacular… and to think I was going to buy a guitar made by a larger named brand like Taylor or Alhambra. This guitar is like nothing I have seen or heard before. Thank you so much for making me a great guitar. Also, your site is amazing, I am now a member for life. There is so much information and the most amazing thing is that you are there to answer questions I have. You are a remarkable teacher and a very patient and understand person. I want other people to know that you are always there to answer even the most elementary questions. Thanks Again Matthew McGhee, USA 

Hello Renato, my guitar arrived yesterday afternoon.  The cedar and rosewood are very beautiful, especially with the Fustero tuners.  After it warmed up, I was able to tune it for the first time.  After imagining all week what she would sound like, I finally got the pleasure of finding out.  Magnificent!  Warmth and brightness are gently balanced in her beautiful voice.  Playability is very good and helped to smooth out some difficult sections of music for me.  Thank you for the excellent communication.  I look forward to learning more from you and continuing the friendship. Patrick, St George, UT USA

Dear Renato: I received her yesterday. Everything is perfect ! Thank you. She is wonderful! The sound is fabulous. I played her until my fingers hurt!!! I am so happy...even the smell of wood is fantastic! My friendship, Louis, France

Dear Renato, First of all, I would like to appreciate the nice work on my custom guitar.
Basically it lives up to the name, 'a concert guitar.' A very grand sound indeed. Greate balance between bass and treble. I've just played Bach's Suite No.3 for Cello, Mangore's la Cathedral and a few bossa nova pieces by Carlos Jobim. This baby handles different kinds of music with elegance! I received it last Friday. It is getting better and better. It appears to adapt to new environments like a living organism. Simply put, it is a great instrument! Hee Chae, USA

Hello Renato: I wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying my spruce top.  I’ve had it now for three months and it seems to sound better all the time.  You did say that it would take about four months for the guitar to settle into place and start opening up.  Well, it is doing that more and more and I’m just really loving playing this instrument because of that and because of its ease of playability. The guitar seems like it was made just for me.   I even love the aroma when I take it out of the case.  I want to thank you and the luthier so very much for building this guitar for me. Very Respectfully, Thomas, US

Renato, What a truly beautiful instrument. I love the action of the guitar which suits me very well and I am looking forward to her settling down in her new environment. I have already played an extract from Cavatina on her as well as The Godfather theme and the opening lines from Asturias just so she has an idea of what is ahead for her. It is hard to believe that her sound will improve in the months ahead. I feel very privileged to own this instrument and feel inspired to utilize my master classes to the fullest ensuring that I get the best from my guitar and myself . Thank you for providing with the opportunity and the means for me to follow my musical journey. Warmest regards George, Australia

Dear Renato,  I opened the case and took the guitar out of the case, I was just paralyzed for a few seconds by the beauty of the woods (Bocote and Cedar), my "Renata" is really gorgeous!! I also tuned the guitar already with the autom. tuner, which you included with the guitar. I almost can't believe, that this just born baby sings so wonderful already. The sound is incredible. The action and playability are marvelous (soft and smooth). All in one, this is the guitar which I dream of. I also like to thank the builder for his unsurpassed craftsmanship (pass it through for me, please). Renato, my friend I have not words enough to thank you for this wonderful "Christmas-gift". Many(2x) thanks for everything you've done for me! Best regards for you and your family and warm big HUGS from Curacao, your friend LAS, Curacao, Netherland Antilles

Hello Renato, I just wanted to let you know my beautiful guitar arrived yesterday.  It made it through the shipment no problem.  With all the numerous, numerous wraps of bubble wrap around the case, it’s no surprise. I was just pretty much stunned when I opened the case and I saw it for the first time.  What an elegant presentation! After I tuned it, I didn’t get to bed for many hours as I just couldn’t put it down.  What a magnificent tone!  The action is perfect for me.  I don’t intend to change a thing.  You mentioned in your letter it would open up even more, but in my opinion, the tone is just so beautiful already.  I’m so happy! I just wanted to thank you and the builder so very much for building an instrument that seems like it was built especially for me.  It is truly a fabulous instrument and I will very much enjoy playing it for the rest of my life. Very Respectfully, Thomas, UK

The spruce concert guitar arrived today. Great care in the packaging, thanks Renato for having protected her to the maximum !  When I opened the case, what a surprise ! I love the color. This guitar is simply gorgeous,  well built and with a deep scent of wood (noble wood!) ; The finish is perfect. You have to thank the builder a lot; he really build a masterpiece for me. I took a long time to observe every angle. Little by little I bent the strings to her tonality and I play something as Capricho or Asturias. The sound is marvelous, the tonality is well balanced. I like the bass, which are so different and better than my Alhambra. I appreciated the crystalline trebles! Only a couple of hours in the playing, the sounds was more beautiful.  Thanks a lot Renato for this masterpiece. Your friend : Patrick, FRANCE

Hello Renato, Just wanted to let you know the guitar has arrived and, as you say, she is a beauty. The first thing that strikes me, apart from the beautiful sound, is that she is so easy to play. I sound like a different guitarist!  I now feel inspired to tackle Albeniz’s Granada – such a fantastic piece that, as yet, I’ve never had the courage to play. Thank you very much. I wish you, your family, and your business continued success. Kind regards, Gary, Britain

Dear Renato, Just a short note to let you know that my new guitar has arrived safely. She is absolutely beautiful and I am very pleased.  The first impressions are simply marvelous ;-)  It was with immense satisfaction (and a little relief) when I opened the case today and my wife simply stood there in silence, then after a few moments said, " .... wow !". My faith in human nature restored ..... may the Lord smile gently upon you & yours!  Kind Regards Mark, Australia

Dear Renato, the guitar arrived and it is fantastic. I really do like the sound and looks of the Cocobolo. The action is also great, you and the builder did another great job. Thank you. Brian, US, August 2005

Dear Mr. Renato, This is Hee Chae Woo. I received the cedar top guitar yesterday. As you said, it is a great instrument. I like its projective sound. I feel it open up little by little. I am happy. The action is perfect for me. Your guitar is a truly wonderful guitar instrument. It is going to put its more expensive American-made brothers and sisters to shame. Sincerely, I would like to give my best regards to you and your luthier. It is one of the best sounding classical guitars I've played. Hee Chae Woo, Korea, July 2005

... I love this classical guitar. I've played it non-stop since it arrived, and I can't walk past it without picking it up and playing it. The sound is beautiful, the action is great, it looks great, and it's got my name inside!. The difference between this guitar and my Ramirez 1A is that this guitar is easy and fun to play - it has restored my enthusiasm for guitar playing and song writing. Thank you for your prompt attention to my initial queries, you're customer service is superb. Many thanks, again Dave, England, July 2005

... WOW is all I can express...   Just to let you know, before I ordered this guitar I went  to one of the biggest guitar store here in the east bay area, I tried several of them, at least 5-6 of them and the price ranges were from 600-up one was a used one a Rodriguez it was priced at 1,099 USD. I tell you there is no comparison. Renato all you said about the quality and workmanship are true, a piece of art, more than I expected. Thank you very much for making such a beautiful guitar. Such instrument can only be created with love and dedication. Cristina, USA

Dear Renato,  She arrived...intact, gorgeous. This guitar is very striking to look at.  The figured rosewood really is really beautiful, Englemann spruce top, well, I did not write you yesterday when I received it because I could not put it down!  She opened up a little just to give me a "taste" of what is come later when she really opens up. Clear trebles and a good bass register.  Looking forward when she looses up, this will be a wonderful, expressive instrument. Thanks for the extra care in packing her - the foam made sure the guitar was very stable within the crate.  The extra string set, tuner, string winder, humidifier, and the Fustero tuners...thanks so much. A finally (and certainly not least) a BIG thanks to the luthier making this guitar for me. I cannot thank you (all of you) enough... Sincerely, Steven S. US

I was overjoyed when the cedar top guitar arrived. The guitar is a stunning beauty. The quality of the wood used is top notch and well matched. I played it and that's when I realized that I am holding a 'special' instrument. I could not hide the smile on my face! I am a real nuts for tone and the tone is simply fabulous. The higher end trebles sounded so full and rich, unlike others I have tried that are usually thin. However the real surprise I had was the volume and the projection which is very focused and loud. Lastly I want to personally thank you for making this buying process a wonderful journey for me. Your service was very professional and I asked you so many questions and you always make time to answer them all. They say that a great musician is one that plays good music, but I believe that a great musician is one that shares his music with the world and that's what you have done. Thanks a million!! Mark, Malaysia

I am admiring this magnificent guitar. Beautiful to my eyes but not only that !! As soon as she adapted to the new environment, I started admiring the quality of the sound:  solid, round sound, what I was looking for, but mainly, a perfect equilibrium between the voices and an even sound throughout the fingerbord...quite an achievement !!  The wait and promises have been respected, my greatest compliments to you and the very skillful Builder for such a great craft and the professional treat shown all throughout. I go back to practice. Thank you and Merry Christmas. Giorgio, Italy

Dear Renato, Thank you, thank you, thank you.  The Padauk guitar is marvelous.  The looks are fantastic (I love the maple binding), the action is perfect, and the sound is great. The Padauk color and wood grain is beautiful, the maple binding is a great contrast, and the neck with the rosewood and maple reinforcements is a beauty to look at. The action is great.  I believe you set it up personally and you did a fabulous job.  It is very easy to play. The sound is well balanced, I could not put it down.  I cannot wait to show my teacher. Thank you for answering all my many questions, but I have more:  I am seriously considering buying another special order guitar.  I am researching the different woods to see what I prefer (and talking my wife into it).  Thank You, Brian US

Dear Renato: My guitar came today, and I'm in love with it already.  She still smells like lacquer and wood, which to me is a heavenly smell.  It reminds me of when I went to the workshop to collect my very first hand built guitar 30 years ago. I was just 17, and I had worked various jobs and saved every penny to be able to afford that one.  Anyway, to gaze upon my Mangore sweetheart is to fall in love.  You have done such a nice job.  I want to say thank you for the little extras, as well.  I had never broken down and bought an electronic tuner, so even that was exciting.  And the humidifier is very nice. Even the cloth for wiping the instrument was a thoughtful gesture.  All these nice touches show how you feel about guitars and music.  They were a very special icing on the cake. I am truly thrilled!  I am so glad I found you. Your friend, Steven, US

Dear Renato: The guitar arrived this afternoon. It is lovely, it feels very natural to hold. The tone is very sweet, the sustain is very clean and long. It is beautifully made - as you say, Paraguayan luthiers can make as good instruments as their European cousins. Many, many thanks - I am a very happy man! Also, no duty to pay! Many thanks for that also. Kind regards, Peter UK

Dear Renato, she has arrived safely! Looks absolutely beautiful. Many thanks. Keith, Norway

Dear Renato, DHL Singapore delivered the Brazilian baby to me this morning 24th May 2005 local time about 11.30am. The DHL packaging removed, revealed the Mangore original black guitar case. The first thing that strike me upon opening up the case was the sweet smell of fresh 'woody' scent, filling my air-con room. Gently lifting up the Brazilian beauty, the flaming Brazilian exposed grain lines flows very nicely on the sides and back and shines through with the good external varnish smooth finish.  I am very pleased with this order and look forward to many good years of enjoying this rare Brazilian beauty. Warmest regards, Jason Singapore

Renato, I received the guitar yesterday from DHL.  Strung it up and waited about three hours before actually playing it. All I can say is that this instrument is absolutely gorgeous.  You know that my primary concern is not how shiny a guitar is or how fancy the binding or even the grain of the wood is but rather,  the sound.   The aesthetics are also beautiful with a great choice of wood.  The sustain and clarity are excellent in both the treble and bass strings all the way up to the 19th fret.   The trebles are very well balanced with the basses and are not drowned out. One particular quality of this instrument is the ability to play extremely soft and still hear the quality in the sound.  The action and setup are excellent as well and playing the instrument is made easier because of this.  I played for several hours and was floored by the sweetness at very low and high volume.  This quality allows for a very wide range of color on the guitar.  Full chords sound very focused and one can hear the individual notes which they are made from.   I will continue to test the guitar as it begins to open up  more in the few days while keeping the humidifier on.   Unlike spruce this instrument has already opened up a bit even after a few hours. Thank you Renato for choosing a great instrument.  I see that the inside is now lightly lacquered which adds to the quality workmanship. All my Best. Steve, USA

Dear Renato: she arrived yesterday ! A real beauty and I like the first sounds I can produce on her. I am very happy! Thank you, greetings Bauke, Netherlans

Renato - I picked the guitar up on Saturday - it is wonderful and so different from what I'm used to. I can't wait to hear how it sounds in a year. I've never bought a guitar without playing it before, but I like it so much that I'm thinking of getting my wife to buy me a custom model for my 50th birthday later this year  - I'll discuss this with you nearer the time. (What kind of guitar do you have in your picture - it looks really interesting?) Thank you once again, Howard UK

Dear Renato,  the spruce concert guitar has arrived safe & sound yesterday. You're right, this is a guitar to be cherished & enjoyed without breaking the bank.  Thanks. Best regards, John, Singapore

Renato my dear friend, OH MY GOD !!!!!!   The baby has arrived!!!!   I can't begin to tell you how happy I am...  She is just as you promised...  WONDERFUL!!!  It's  EXACTLY what I wanted !!! She is tuned, and plays like a dream!!!  The action is so perfect!!!  Most guitars in the stores have very high action, but this is perfect...  The sound is wonderful and the equalizer with the tuner is awesome!!!  The tone is great!!!  Renato, thank you from the bottom of my heart, there is NOwhere else that I know of that you can buy such a wonderful instrument for such a price...  This guitar is worth a lot more and I will treasure it forever!!!   Once again, thank you, you are truly an inspiration to humanity.  Your kindness and love shows that there is still hope for the human race.  May all of you have the most wonderful Easter ever, and know that I will have you in my prayers.  :-) Your friend sending you lots of warm hugs, Jorge, USA

I got the wonderful guitar yesterday!  Packing and DHL service were up to standards. For a guitar that was just finished last week, the sound is very good and my teacher was also impressed! I like the clean sound (no strange overtones), projection, and sweet singing voice. I’ll definitely play this everyday with the action set just right. I also like the “customization” (gold plate engraving and HUGE label!). Smells nice too! Definitely, this guitar delivers as you promised! José, Philippines

Renato. I love my guitar ! It is different from what we have here in Spain. It is naif, made according to the builder's instincts without copying from other models.  She carries the soul of the people who worked on her, I can feel the love and professional work of their hands. Very well finished. She's got the crystalline sound of the greatest instruments.  You know I own a Ramirez 1a, therefore, I know what a great instruments must sound like. The action is easy and I can even lower the bones more if I want. The closest comparison to your guitar that I can find is the Catalunyan master school of luthiers. Best Regards. Francesc, Spain

"What a wonderful instrument ... First the form fits just optimally for me to use it in the classic position ( where my Aria for instance tends to glide down the upper legs surface of the leg put behind ). Most important of all: It vibrates greatly. And those mids are exactly as bony like that Laskin guitar that I showed to you. The highs so mellow ... oh boy!! And the A string punches your stomach like Tyson. When I play rest strokes near the bridge you get a bell like shininess and when towards the soundhole to pick some soft notes, mother earth, what complex and deep sound floats through the room. Killer stuff ! I got what I wanted. A guitar that could be sufficient to the end of my days if must be while it didn´t cost me a leg and an arm." Joseph, Germany

I received the guitar yesterday!! Not bad for shipping to a war zone!! You and DHL did an outstanding job of shipping the instrument. The guitar is absolutely beautiful!!! The sound is incredible!!! Thanks to you and the luthier on a great guitar and an excellent price!!I will definitely be looking at purchasing another instrument in the near future. Thanks again and take care. Mark, Afghanistan
 

Dear Renato, I have her :-) 
She's a beauty professor, I cannot stop playing and looking at her. She's a piece of art. Every detail is perfect: the gold plaque, the numbered label with my name and the builder's signature. The finish !! I love her ! I can see she was built with love. The sound is beautiful and DHL delivered her fast and the guitar was hyper protected. Thank you and the luthier for the outstanding work. Carlos , Venezuela 

I am admiring this magnificent guitar. Beautiful to my eyes but not only that !! As soon as she adapted to the new environment, I started admiring the quality of the sound:  solid, round sound, what I was looking for, but mainly, a perfect equilibrium between the voices and an even sound throughout the fingerbord...quite an achievement !!  The wait and promises have been respected, my greatest compliments to you and the very skillful Builder for such a great craft and the professional treat shown all throughout. I go back to practice. Thank you and Merry Christmas. Giorgio, Italy

This Cedar top, Brazilian Rosewood has the sound I hoped for. Frankly, I could not be happier. Please thank the builder for his care in creating her, and you, Renato, for selecting her for me.  Its been quite a journey. My Sincerest Thanks P.S.: Although it feels like cheating on my new "baby",  I think I would like to order the spruce version (especially at that price, I would foolish not to) Steven, USA

Dear Renato: The guitar looks beautiful, you have done a really nice job in producing a good looking instrument.  I love the tone and the even balance across the strings and the sound and tone from the top string balances nicely with the others rather than standing out as an obvious "top string".  The one thing that really stands out is the response, hammer-ons and trills now sound like slurs and trills without using enormous effort to strike the strings which results in the accompanying thud on the the fretboard.  I can slur with minimum effort and vary the volume easily with pressure and it is a joy to just play around a scale slurring everything - all over the fretboard.  The 13th fret on the 3rd string now sounds like a proper note when I play Adelita rather than the well tuned dull thud I am used to and glissando is nice and smooth and variable depending on pressure. My full barre major chords are much better and I can actually full barre D Major at fret 10 and it sounds like a chord, all the notes are clear as I seem to need a lot less pressure.  I alway had trouble before when I was above fret 7. Warm Regards, Andy, UK

Dear Renato: The guitar arrived here on time I have been playing it exclusively since then my other guitars are back in their cases for now. The first thing I noticed is the excellent packaging, very secure and very safe; the guitar arrived in pristine condition. I was very impressed with the workmanship; it is obvious a lot of dedication and care has gone into the making of this guitar. The choice of woods is great; I love the wooden panels of the back. Lovely finishing, with an almost glass-like luster to it. The whole guitar just felt solidly built and is very comfortable to hold and to play. Loud basses and clear separate trebles, with very good projection and sustain. It seems that the guitar gets better every day, so much so that my wife did not notice any difference between it and my Spanish guitar. Thank you for a wonderful instrument. Hisham, United Arab Emirates

Dear Renato: The guitar arrived today finally. I played it about 5-6 hours now.  What can I say? It's absolutely a wonderful guitar! The sound is beautiful, sweet and clean with good sustain. The projection is excellent. I'm especially in love with the bass and the mid range. The bass is really powerful and focus. I can feel the vibration of the bass sound through my body when playing. The treble is so sweet and I expect the sound will improve  in few months when the guitar opens up.  The guitar also looks beautiful. It has a lot of characteristics that I'm looking for. I love it. I will recommend it to all my friends.  Thanks very much for the work of art. Best Regards. Chanh, USA

Renato, the guitar is the most wonderful birthday present I ever received...All my friends give two thumbs up for it every time I show it...especially after they play it...It is worth every penny! My best regards and congratulations to the luthier. Chandra, Indonesia

The guitars arrived today.  Boy, am I pleased!  The design and construction of these instruments are excellent.  The cedar is a cannon  right now, and I can't imagine what it will be like in six months or a year. The spruce is more subtle, more refined, but it too will just blossom in a couple of months.  This is a very good deal. I couldn't have bought guitars of this quality for under $3,000  each up here in the States.  List me as a very satisfied customer. John, USA

Dear Renato, the guitar has arrived today in pristine condition and is playing remarkably well already. She is a beautiful guitar and compares favorably with similar Spanish concert guitars. A big thank you for all your help & advice and also to the luthiers for their fine craftsmanship. Kind Regards, Steve. p.s. "care of the Instrument" instructions are a big help Steve, UK

Perfect DHL delivery. The wonderful smell of wood filled the room as I opened the case. She's elegant, splendid wood selection and delicate finish in every detail. A full warm sound to my shy right hand plucking. I will devote all my attention to this beauty. I am really happy.  The gold plaque is a wonderful detail. The digital tuner and the humidifier... essential. Thank you Renato for this wonderful instrument and to the men that built it. Ezio, Italy

Dear Reanto, I got my RW guitar yesterday and I wanted to tell you that I am very pleased with this instrument, too.  It looks much prettier than on the pictures.  I'll send you a picture of me and the new guitar as soon as I get hold of a camera. Have a good weekend. Best regards, Ursula, Germany

Hi Renato, she arrived today and is beautiful! Forcing myself to wait to let her adapt to the inbhouse climnate before playing.  That's hard! Thank you Neza, Netherlands

Dear Renato, my cedar top is really a beautiful instrument and a pleasure to play. I play it every day and just enjoy its beauty when I pause from playing. I am indeed very happy ! Christer, Sweden

Dear Renato: the guitar was deliverd to me this morning.  Thank you for nice and adequate packaging. The finish is great. I like the reaction of the guitar. I found the neck and the tension of the string to be what I was looking for.  Thanks for supplying a great guitar that gives big pleasure to play. Best regards, Shin, Japan

Hi Renato: I have just received my guitar and it is in perfect condition.   I just love the sound and the spruce top really looks beautiful. Compliments to the luthier. Now I can show all those skeptics that you can order a concert guitar over the internet. Regards. Reghardt, South Africa

Dear Renato, I received my guitar Friday.  Opening the shipping box, first I saw the case which is very nice, very substantial.  Then I opened the case.  Inside was the most beautiful guitar imaginable.  The cedar top, finished, beautifully is only surpassed by the richness and stunning character of the Brazilian rosewood sides and back.  Bravo for you and Mangore guitars. Charles, USA..

Dear Renato, my Paraguayan baby arrived safely today - what a beauty! The craftsmanship on this guitar is superb - please pass on my thanks to the luthier. The tone is very even, and the overall sound is really clear. I have not used a humidifier before - would this be necessary in typically humid Irish weather? Thank you very much for setting up the guitar - it is a pleasure to play! Thanks also for the useful tips included. Best Regards Killian, Ireland

Dear Renato: I play all the time , What a wonderful work of art. Precious. The sound is wonderful. I compared it with my 1979 Manuel Contreras, a great instrument I must add, I came to the conclusion that what you say is true....your guitars compare to the best. My congratulations to the builder and to you Renato. This has been a fantastic experience. Keep up the good work. Your friend. José, Puerto Rico 
Dear Renato: I never held such an easy to play instrument in my hands. The sound grows with every passing day and I love the way my music sounds when I play on her. My sincere thanks to Luthier Guzmán, for building such a great instrument. I look forward to buying a cutaway, with onboard amplification from you soon this 2005. Carlos, Venezuela

Dear Renato, the guitar arraived. I expected much, and everything is perfect. She is great! A dream to play, and a very good sound! I have made a few recordings. It's easy now! Øyvind, Norway.

Ciao Renato. The guitar sounds excellent. I am already hearing sounds that I did not use to hear on my Yamaha guitar. My fingers stay at a better position. The sound is crisp and delightful. The whole instrument resonates when I play. I am really pleased. Kenneth, USA

She arrived yesterday and we are in awe. The sound is wonderful, when I play, I feel the vibrations throughout my body...Fantastic ! She's Beautiful. The care to detail and finish is simply outstanding. Antonio, Italy

The guitar is very beautiful- fine workmanship.  I have not put the guitar down since I received it- its that much fun. Plucked chords sound especially well balanced and solid. The action is excellent and the neck thickness is very much to my liking.  The sustain is also quite good as well as the harmonics and overtones.  It is sounding better and better.  It's really growing on me. It is extremely lush and sweet even when played very softly.  When this guitar opens up it will be terrific. Also I noticed that the guitar is much louder when you sit in front of it and hear someone else play. I had a friend over who is a good player,  do some of the Ponce Preludes and I have to tell you it sounded wonderful. He really liked the instrument, this is coming from someone who owns a John Price Spruce top from Australia ($6500.00). Thank You , Thank You. A really great instrument for a really great price. Many Thanks. Steve, USA

Dear Renato: I received the guitar yesterday. A beautiful instrument easily worth twice the price. I can't believe how good she sounds already. I can hardly wait to hear her in a few months. Many thanks. William, USA

Dear Renato: I received my guitar and am very pleased.  It is truly a beautiful instrument and sounds great! Thank you very much. Ted, USA

The “Baby” has landed.  Thank you so much Renato.  She's a beauty! David, USA

This guitar you built for me is a true jewel; I admired it in all its beauty. I compared it with my  Rodriguez. Incomparable!! The sound is sweet, full and clean. My congratulations to Luthier Mendoza and thank you Renato...it's been a real treat....Carlo, Italy

Renato: The Bubinga guitar is very beautiful as is the spruce.  The bass strings sound great! Thanks for all your help and quick response to all my emails. All the best, Neil, Canada

Dear Renato, she arrived perfectly. Wonderful wood selection and colors; magical sound, powerful and sweet. The Fusteros add precision and elegance. I often dreamed of a Ramirez, but good fortune had a better guitar in mind for me. I believe I own a treasure. My regards to the luthier and to you, Renato, THANK YOU. Ezio, Italy 

Hi Renato,  the Padauk guitar has arrived today. I'm very pleased with the wood and the sound. It's the best guitar I've ever had and it's a pleasure to play. The action is excellent. I'm looking forward to the Rosewood guitar. Regards. Ursula, Germany

Dear Renato, I have received the guitar. It is a beautiful instrument that had much care in its creation. It has a very sweet deep sound that is quite enchanting. I will treasure this guitar. Again, thanks for the guitar and my compliments to the luthier. George, USA

The guitar you hooked me up with is worth every penny!!...A deep tone that blows away anything I've found in local music stores; and the coolest colors I've ever seen on a guitar.  You'll just have to take my word that I am grinning from ear to ear!!!!! Ben, USA

Dear  Renato, the guitar arrived on 22/11, in perfect conditions. I had a big dinner party with my guitarist friends that same evening. She is gorgeous, sounds great and she's well worth the price. The case is also excellent. My trust in you paid back. Thank you.  Riccardo, Italy

My guitar arrived. She's beautiful !! Su Ah, Korea

Thank you a lot Renato. My guitar arrived perfectly. I like it A LOT. Great sound, looks and construction. Thank you. Eduardo, Mexico

My guitar arrived safe and sound.  I want to thank you for all the beautiful things you have done. My friend, you are right. She is really beautiful!  Thanks a lot !!! Can I be the distributor for Mangoré guitars in this region? Jarrod, Malaysia

The guitar arrived fine and well. I like the sound, which is very warm and intimate It's quite beautiful... all the luthiers I showed it to agreed the sound was very nice. Personally I think the sound is exceptionally warm and enjoy it. Thank you. Ron, Belgium

Dear Renato, Wow, I'm impressed! The sound is better than I expected, all the harmonics are in  tune with long sustain and all notes play well  throughout the fingerboard. Very warm sound... and I imagine that once the resin crystals within the cedar wood-grain break with repetitive sound vibrations, it will sound even better. I'll use this guitar for an Austrian concert I have planned for next year in Vienna. Thank you, have a Merry Christmas and happy New Year ! Warm regards, Luis, USA

Hello Renato, She's here!  And all is well.  Actually, a whole lot  better than "well". Gorgeous!  I love her!  I really like the rosette and the purfling on this one...  It has a real classic (antiqueish) look to it if you know what I mean.  And it's dark and mysterious.. like me! The Fusteros are absolutely fantastic!  Sincerely! I wish you could've seen my face when I opened the case. Barry, USA

I was overjoyed when the cedar top guitar arrived. The guitar is a stunning beauty. The quality of the wood used is top notch and well matched. I played it and that's when I realized that I am holding a 'special' instrument. I could not hide the smile on my face! I am a real nuts for tone and the tone is simply fabulous. The higher end trebles sounded so full and rich, unlike others I have tried that are usually thin. However the real surprise I had was the volume and the projection which is very focused and loud. Lastly I want to personally thank you for making this buying process a wonderful journey for me. Your service was very professional and I asked you so many questions and you always make time to answer them all. They say that a great musician is one that plays good music, but I believe that a great musician is one that shares his music with the world and that's what you have done. Thanks a million!! Mark, Malaysia

Hello Renato: Sincere thanks for having built such a precious and beautiful guitar. A work of art at the service of music. Thanks to you, many of us guitarist are accessing first class instruments. A strong, well defined and extremely crystalline sound. Heavenly! My eternal thanks to both and I trust God will always grant you peace and wealth. Your musical career and making the impossible available to many is worthy of my admiration and thanks. Edwin, USA

Dear Renato,  I can't put into words how pleased that I am with my new guitar.  Even if one can't play, it is a work of art to admire.  Everyone here is impressed.  I am playing some of the simple pieces for beginners that I used to play and really enjoying it.   So it is coming back.   Recently I played that piece that is on your webpage,  "Chi mai".  What a beautiful tune.   I pointed out that if MY guitar can do that I will do it as well !Regards ....Greg, Paraguay