I have been playing my Conti Entrada now for some six weeks and can only confirm all the positive reviews and experiences: the top-notch build quality, the overall feel and touch of a precious instrument, the great sound both acoustic and amplified, and the looks – what a beauty!
On top of that – and for me personally perhaps the most important aspect – is the Entrada’s playability. I have read comments that its neck plays like butter; and that’s exactly it. The neck shape, the gorgeous ebony fingerboard, the comfortable frets and perfect fret end work, and set-up make the Entrada an exceptional experience and pleasure to play.
To be honest: I was expecting to receive a great instrument. But I felt unsure, if its playability would suit me. There was no need to worry. The Entrada’s neck is one of the best, perhaps the best I have ever played.
Moreover, the small body size (15″), the relatively thin body – almost like a semi-hollow – the weight, and the good balance make the instrument very comfortable to play, both sitting and standing.
A further interesting and positive observation is that the Entrada poses way less feedback problems than my other archtops.
My first thoughts were that this instrument is too good for me, for my level and my limited talent. But then I realized that it felt much easier to play certain licks and lines, chords and pieces. My humble conclusion is that an instrument should support the player. And this is what the Entrada does very, very well.
Finally, the whole buying process was a very positive experience. The great support from the Conti team, it’s kindness and helpfulness, always answering still another question of mine, and finally the kind and very informative personal video by Robert Conti – all that was amazing. Thanks to the whole team!
-Vera Calenbuhr – Zurich, Switzerland
Comments After Receiving Pre-Ship Video
“It‘s so kind to produce such a personal video with such interesting and relevant information about the instrument. It‘s also moving to see a great player like Robert inaugurating my new #guitar. Making such a video is a truly remarkable service distinguishing you from all I have experienced in the world of musical instruments, shops and retailers.”
Exceptional experience and pleasure to play (Switzerland)
I have been playing my Conti Entrada now for some six weeks and can only confirm all the positive reviews and experiences: the top-notch build quality, the overall feel and touch of a precious instrument, the great sound both acoustic and amplified, and the looks – what a beauty!
On top of that – and for me personally perhaps the most important aspect – is the Entrada’s playability. I have read comments that its neck plays like butter; and that’s exactly it. The neck shape, the gorgeous ebony fingerboard, the comfortable frets and perfect fret end work, and set-up make the Entrada an exceptional experience and pleasure to play.
To be honest: I was expecting to receive a great instrument. But I felt unsure, if its playability would suit me. There was no need to worry. The Entrada’s neck is one of the best, perhaps the best I have ever played.
Moreover, the small body size (15″), the relatively thin body – almost like a semi-hollow – the weight, and the good balance make the instrument very comfortable to play, both sitting and standing.
A further interesting and positive observation is that the Entrada poses way less feedback problems than my other archtops.
My first thoughts were that this instrument is too good for me, for my level and my limited talent. But then I realized that it felt much easier to play certain licks and lines, chords and pieces. My humble conclusion is that an instrument should support the player. And this is what the Entrada does very, very well.
Finally, the whole buying process was a very positive experience. The great support from the Conti team, it’s kindness and helpfulness, always answering still another question of mine, and finally the kind and very informative personal video by Robert Conti – all that was amazing. Thanks to the whole team!
-Vera Calenbuhr – Zurich, Switzerland
Comments After Receiving Pre-Ship Video
“It‘s so kind to produce such a personal video with such interesting and relevant information about the instrument. It‘s also moving to see a great player like Robert inaugurating my new #guitar. Making such a video is a truly remarkable service distinguishing you from all I have experienced in the world of musical instruments, shops and retailers.”
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Better than the most expensive guitars…
Totally Responsive Sellers and Excellent Guitars!!! These guitars are just as good if not better than the most expensive guitars you could buy!!! -Charles Frederick Perry, Findlay, OH, USA Lucky Entrada Guitar Player
Geordie Thompson – Perth, W. Australia
My Sunburst Conti is a dream guitar and the light weight is a real key factor for me as I had trouble standing for long periods with a full size archtop. This one made all my fellow muso’s jealous with is smooth tone and great feel. Thanks Robert and the Conti team, the support has been fantastic and it’s all a matter of practice now!
Better than higher priced boutique guitars!
I absolutely love this guitar! The video you sent by Robert was fantastic and really brought my thrill level to it highest. The guitar arrived yesterday in great condition as the packing was fantastic. Everything Robert said in his video is true as to a certain magic to this guitar! Notes pop out with unreal ease and the tone is amazing. The only time I felt a neck that said play me and a magical feeling was back as a very young kid at an old Italian guy’s shop on Kenmare Street, NYC! Tells you my age and those that
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