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Yulong Guo Chamber Concert, 2025

Cedar / Indian Rosewood

The Chamber Concert model from Yulong Guo is an excellent example of what makes his guitars so popular with students, conservatory players, and gigging professionals around the world. Sitting just one step below Guo's high-end Philharmonic and Concert models, the Chamber Concert offers impressive refinement, tone, and projection—all at a price point that's hard to beat in the doubletop world.

This particular guitar features a cedar doubletop, finished with French polish, paired with a beautifully figured set of Indian rosewood for the back and sides. A tasteful maple center strip runs down the back, tapering off toward the heel. The guitar also includes a raised fingerboard, which makes upper fret access easy and comfortable.

The aesthetics of this model have continued to evolve, and this 2025 example showcases one of Guo’s most attractive rosettes to date—an intricate, three-dimensional design accented with tan and green tones. Subtle matte finish details on the armrest and bridge complete the look, while also enhancing player comfort.

Please note: The photos shown are of this model. Your specific guitar may differ slightly in appearance due to natural wood variation, but all examples are carefully selected and remarkably consistent.

Key Features

  • Top: Cedar Doubletop

  • Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood with maple center strip

  • Scale Length: 650mm

  • Nut Width: 52mm

  • Fingerboard: Raised ebony

  • Neck: C-shaped, comfortable profile

  • Finish: French Polish (top), matte finish armrest & bridge

  • Other: Updated, ornate rosette design

Sound & Playability

The Chamber Concert delivers a powerful, well-rounded sound with impressive bass depth, crisp trebles, and excellent projection—qualities that make this guitar ideal for solo performance, ensemble work, or as a reliable daily instrument for advanced students and professional players.

Compared to Guo’s more affordable Echoes model, the Chamber Concert offers noticeably greater maturity and complexity in the sound. There’s more bite, clarity, and refinement, especially in the bass response and overall dynamic range. While not a full boutique, one-of-a-kind guitar, it comes impressively close for its price.

Condition

Brand new – pristine condition.

Final Thoughts

For anyone seeking a major upgrade from factory guitars or an affordable, reliable doubletop suitable for study or performance, this is a fantastic option. It also makes an excellent secondary instrument for players who need something powerful, consistent, and comfortable, without the price tag of a high-end boutique build.

To inquire about this guitar, please email evan@guitarcollection.com.

If you’re looking to consign or sell a fine classical guitar, I’d be happy to discuss—just reach out via email.

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