2024 Paulino Bernabe, PB Imperial, Concert Classical Guitar
2024 Paulino Bernabe, PB Imperial, Concert Classical Guitar
Make: Paulino Bernabe
Model: PB Imperial, Concert Classical Guitar
Model Year: 2024
Top: Canadian cedar
Back & Sides: Madagascar rosewood
Scale: 650mm
Nut: 52mm
Finish: French polish
Tuners: Alessi
Country of origin: Spain
Condition: New
Location: Tucson, in-stock
This Paulino Bernabé PB Imperial concert classical guitar is one of Bernabé's top-tier models, personally crafted in his home workshop. The PB Imperial showcases exceptional craftsmanship and tonal excellence. It is constructed with carefully selected premium woods, featuring a tight-grained Canadian cedar top and exquisite Madagascar rosewood for the back and sides. In both the PB Imperial and PB Royal models, Bernabé employs a special X-braced system, which produces a rich, resonant sound with outstanding clarity and projection.
This model is equipped with high-precision Alessi tuners, ensuring smooth and accurate tuning. Paulino’s meticulous attention to detail is evident in the guitar’s intricate rosette, elegant purfling, and flawless French-polished finish. The neck is designed for comfort and ease of playability, while the ebony fingerboard provides smooth, responsive action. Crafted for professional musicians, the PB Imperial offers a balanced tonal palette, making it suitable for a wide range of classical repertoire.
About Paulino Bernabé Roman: Paulino Bernabé Roman is a world-class luthier, following in the footsteps of his father, Paulino Bernabé Almendariz (1932–2007). Practically raised in his father’s workshop, Paulino officially joined in the early 1980s, sharing the same workbench with his father for nearly three decades. Over the years, Paulino has not only mastered the art of guitar craftsmanship but has also continually pushed the boundaries of construction techniques and sound quality in his relentless pursuit of excellence.
The PB Imperial stands as a testament to Paulino Bernabé’s dedication to creating guitars that embody both artistry and innovation, offering performers an instrument of unparalleled quality and distinction.