Olivier Fanton d'Andon, 1993

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A rare 7-string from the celebrated French luthier Olivier Fanton d’Andon, built in 1993. This instrument features an elegant, intelligent approach to the added bass course that keeps the guitar beautifully balanced and intuitive to play. It delivers the tonal color and singing treble associated with top French concert instruments, with expanded bass authority for modern repertoire, transcriptions, and flexible scordatura.

Highlights

• Thoughtful 7th-string integration that feels natural under the left hand and right hand

• Lively, lyrical spruce voice with clear separation and excellent dynamic range

• Fast, refined setup with precise Rodgers tuning machines

• French concert pedigree suitable for stage, studio, and serious collectors

Key Features

• Top: Spruce

• Back & Sides: Birdseye Maple sides
  Indian Rosewood Back

• Tuners: Rodgers

• Scale length: TBD

• Nut width: TBD

• Stringing: 7-string (setup for low bass scordaturas; alternate tunings friendly)

Tone & Playability

Articulate attack, quick response, and long sustain. The spruce top brings clarity and projection, while the maple body adds focus and immediacy. The extended bass course broadens the harmonic palette without sacrificing right-hand accuracy. Position shifts remain comfortable and the note separation is excellent for contrapuntal writing.

Condition

• One small, professionally repaired top crack on the lower bout.

• Normal, light signs of handling consistent with a well-cared-for concert instrument.

• Structurally sound, stable, and performance ready.

Included

• Hardshell case

• Current setup as strung, with guidance for common 7th-string tunings on request

If you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at evan@guitarcollection.com

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