Altamira - Sete Cordas + Étui

The Altamira Sete Cordas is for guitarists who want to enter the fascinating world of the Brazilian 7-string guitar. Inspired by the instruments used in choro, this model takes a very different approach to playing than a traditional classical guitar. With its extra low string, often tuned in C or B, players can build independent bass lines, add counterpoints or enrich harmonies with much greater depth.

This guitar plays an essential role in the Brazilian repertoire. It accompanies the melodies with "baixarias", the contrapuntal bass lines that give choro its rhythmic and harmonic richness. But its appeal doesn't stop there. It can also appeal to classical guitarists, fingerstyle enthusiasts and musicians who like to explore more extended chords and complex arrangements.

The solid cedar top delivers a warm, dynamic response that's great for nuanced, expressive playing. The laminated Indian rosewood used for the back and sides provides acoustic stability and good bass depth. With its 650 mm pitch and wide 58 mm nut, this Sete Cordas leaves plenty of room for working on the specific techniques associated with 7-string strings.

Supplied with fitted Savarez strings and a case, it's ideal for rehearsals, concerts and long work sessions on the Brazilian repertoire.