Cervantes Crossover Signature II

[JohnW400]

I don't know whether I should put this is gear or classical.


I've been looking into the Crossover Signature II model by Alejandro Cervantes. Looks nice.

Anybody have any experience with these boxes?

Cervantes Fine Classical Guitars, Hauser Concert

[bohemian46]

Yes,

I ordered one and it was very well made.
I returned it only because the sound was too new age for me and I was looking for a more traditional sound.

Excellent guitar otherwise.

[FlatNine]

Originally Posted by JohnW400

I don't know whether I should put this is gear or classical.

I've been looking into the Crossover Signature II model by Alejandro Cervantes. Looks nice.

Anybody have any experience with these boxes?

Cervantes Fine Classical Guitars, Hauser Concert

I received my Cervantes Crossover I last week. Other than the tonewoods you choose, I think the only difference between the two is that the I has a 48mm neck, while the II has a 52mm neck. (width at nut) I think this guitar is fantastic, and very underpriced. I would compare it to others I have played at twice the price. I got mine from GryphonStrings.com on a 48 hour trial basis. After playing it for two days, there was no question. The tone was very clear and even across the strings, and had suprising punch and volume. It blew my Taylor NS72CE out of the water. While I loved the playability of the Taylor, when I "dug in" with my right hand, the Taylor's feel became "mushy" and timid. OTOH, the Cervantes just takes it and responds nicely. There are plenty of threads around comparing crossover guitars. But note - I am primarily a jazz archtop guy. If you are a classical guy, your perspective may be different. What are you going to use it for? Personally, I find the standard classical neck tough to get used to, especially coming from something like my Gibson LeGrand.

[JohnW400]

Thanks FlatNine.

I primarily play Archies and I have big hands. I have an Alhambra with a 50 mm nut width. It has a classical guitar action though. Great from frets 1 to 8 but get up around 10 to 14 and it's tougher to play.

I would use this one to play finger style jazz, bossa, etc. The 52mm nut doesn't scare me since I 'm at 50 right now without any problem. But you make a good point so I will definately check out some full size classical boxes to see how I like it

I'll bet that LeGrand is sweet. One of my archtops is a Super 400. Similar neck I think

[FlatNine]

Originally Posted by JohnW400

Thanks FlatNine.

I primarily play Archies and I have big hands. I have an Alhambra with a 50 mm nut width. It has a classical guitar action though. Great from frets 1 to 8 but get up around 10 to 14 and it's tougher to play.

I would use this one to play finger style jazz, bossa, etc. The 52mm nut doesn't scare me since I 'm at 50 right now without any problem. But you make a good point so I will definately check out some full size classical boxes to see how I like it

I'll bet that LeGrand is sweet. One of my archtops is a Super 400. Similar neck I think

The LeGrand is great, for sure. I finally had the chance to play a Super 400 in a music shop this past summer. It was like driving a very smooth and responsive truck! The 18" body was so different from my 17" LeGrand! I really liked it though, and actually found myself doing the "justification thing" in my head to see if I could/should buy it. It was used but in new condition, and was selling for 7000 if I remember correctly. I'm sure I could have gotten it for less though.

I too have big hands, but I still found doing chord melody work on a standard classical neck tiring, especially for those giant grip chords in the 1st or second postiion. It was easier to play them on my LeGrand - and I have 14's on that! But to get back to your original post, I think the Cervantes guitars are very well made, sound great, are way underpriced, and deserve a good look. Cheers!