Michel Brück, 2019
Cedar / CSA Rosewood
Overview
This 2019 Michel Brück represents the work of one of Germany’s most respected modern luthiers at an especially high level. Built as No. 276, this guitar was ordered with “carte blanche,” meaning Michel was asked to use his absolute finest materials without compromise.
That included one of his highest quality cedar tops, exceptionally beautiful Brazilian rosewood for the back and sides, a Brazilian rosewood bridge, and top-grade Rodgers tuners. It is not always the case that a fully “decked out” guitar represents a maker’s finest work, but in this case, it truly feels that way.
Michel Brück is a maker we have come to know well over the years, and his attention to detail is second to none. He is first and foremost obsessed with sound, but like any great luthier, he is also deeply connected to the extraordinary materials he has acquired over a long career of guitar making. His instruments are chosen by some of the most important guitarists in the world, including René Izquierdo, Tatyana Ryzhkova, Peter Graneis, and many others.
This guitar is a rare opportunity to own one of the most exciting Brück guitars we have encountered.
Specs
Year: 2019
Number: 276
Top: Cedar doubletop
Back and Sides: Brazilian rosewood
Bridge: Brazilian rosewood
Bracing: 7-fan bracing with spruce braces
Tuners: Rodgers
Scale Length: 650mm
Nut Width: 52.5mm
Sound
Our first impression is simple: this is one of the finest Michel Brück guitars we have played.
It has the deep, haunting treble sound we love in Michel’s guitars, but without the large sacrifices in sustain that can sometimes come with extremely lightweight, ultra-responsive instruments. The trebles have a vocal, almost eerie beauty, yet they remain clear, focused, and long-lasting.
The basses are open and powerful, with the kind of immediacy that makes the guitar feel alive from the first note. There is tremendous clarity across the register, and the voice has a rare combination of color, speed, and depth.
You have not truly played a sports car of a guitar until you have tried one of Michel Brück’s instruments. This guitar is incredibly open, super sensitive, and extremely fun to play, but it is also musically rewarding in a serious way. It responds instantly, but never feels thin or nervous. We do not feel shy about holding out notes, because the sustain is excellent, which is not always the case with these super lightweight masterpieces.
Most importantly, it inspires musical ideas. It is the kind of guitar that makes you want to keep playing.
Playability
The setup is immediately comfortable and highly responsive, with the quick, lively feel that Michel Brück guitars are known for. The guitar feels light, direct, and effortless under the hands.
The 650mm scale and 53mm nut width give it a familiar concert feel, while the overall response makes the guitar feel especially fast and alive. Every small change in touch seems to matter, which gives the player a huge expressive range.
This is a guitar for someone who enjoys sensitivity, color, and immediacy. It feels like an instrument that is ready to go wherever the player wants to take it.
Condition
This guitar has been played a lot, and there is visible wear to the top. There are many light scratches across the soundboard, along with one string ding below the bridge under the first string.
That being said, the guitar is structurally very sound, with no cracks and no repaired cracks. The scratches are visible up close and have been intentionally highlighted in the photos, but from just a few feet away they are much less noticeable. None of the scratches appear especially deep.
We take pride in representing guitars accurately, both in the written description and in the photos. This is an instrument with honest playing wear, but also one that remains structurally excellent and musically extraordinary.
Closing Thoughts
This is a chance to acquire one of the best and most exciting Michel Brück guitars on the planet. With its finest-grade cedar top, spectacular Brazilian rosewood, Rodgers tuners, Brazilian rosewood bridge, and truly outstanding sound, this guitar represents Michel Brück’s work at a very special level.
For the player looking for a world-class concert guitar with speed, power, color, sensitivity, and a deeply haunting voice, this 2019 Brück is a remarkable instrument.
Worldwide shipping is available.
If you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at evan@guitarcollection.com