Kevin Ryan Signature Series Nightingale Grand Soloist - Alpine Spruce & Brazilian Rosewood - NAMM 20

A masterpiece born from the hands of one of the most innovative luthiers of our time, the Kevin Ryan Signature Series Nightingale Grand Soloist is nothing short of a revelation. Showcased at NAMM 2025, this instrument represents the pinnacle of Ryan’s visionary approach to acoustic guitar design—where artistry, engineering, and soul converge in a symphony of sound. Few builders have pushed the boundaries of what an acoustic guitar can be quite like Kevin Ryan. With his relentless pursuit of sonic perfection and cutting-edge advancements, he has redefined modern luthiery, creating instruments that inspire not only with their breathtaking tone but also with their effortless playability and striking aesthetics.

At the heart of this extraordinary guitar lies a Signature Grade Alpine Spruce top, a tonewood prized for its unparalleled clarity and dynamic response. Paired with Signature Grade Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, this Nightingale Grand Soloist delivers a voice of astounding depth, resonance, and sustain that seems to last forever, each note blooming into the next with an almost liquid smoothness. Whether softly fingerpicked or driven with power, it remains articulate, rich, and endlessly expressive, capable of capturing the full emotional range of the player.

Its aesthetic presence is just as commanding. The elegant Florentine cutaway enhances both its striking profile and upper-fret accessibility, while the Ebony binding theme provides a seamless, polished contrast. Adorned with Blue Paua top, back, and sides purfling, the guitar shimmers with an ethereal glow, accentuated by the intricate Brown Lip Paua basketweave rosette with Blue Paua purfling, a mesmerizing detail that draws the eye as much as the ear. The Blue Paua "R" logo with MOP MicroPearl stands as a mark of excellence, a signature of Kevin Ryan’s unmatched craftsmanship.

The artistry continues along the fretboard and headstock, where the Full Art Deco Tree of Life fingerboard inlay unfolds like a flowing masterpiece, leading the eye upward to the regal Art Deco Fountain headstock inlay. Framed with Blue Paua headstock purfling, the headstock is crowned with Gotoh Super 510 gold machine heads, their ebonoid buttons embossed with the "R" logo a final, luxurious touch of refinement.

Beyond its exquisite materials and aesthetic grandeur, this guitar is equipped with Ryan’s groundbreaking Innovation Suite, a collection of cutting-edge enhancements that elevate its performance to another level. The Ryan Ergonomic Bevel with Flutes ensures unparalleled comfort, while the EO Bracing, Acoustic Honeycomb, and A5 "Racing Stripe" Kerfed Liner contribute to the instrument’s unrivaled resonance and responsiveness. The Ryan Micro Adjustable Truss Rod System offers precise neck relief adjustments, and the Titanium Bridge Pins optimize energy transfer, adding yet another dimension to its already spellbinding sustain.

With a 25.7" scale length, 1 3/4" nut width, and 2 1/4" bridge spacing, the Nightingale Grand Soloist offers a perfect balance between comfort and tonal breadth. At 5 lbs even, it remains lightweight yet profoundly resonant, its voice filling any room with a presence far greater than its form suggests.

Encased in a Calton Flight Case, this guitar is more than an instrument—it is a work of art, a piece of history, and a love letter to the boundless possibilities of acoustic tone. As it takes center stage at NAMM 2025, it stands not just as a showcase of luthiery, but as an invitation to experience the sublime. This is not just a guitar. It is an heirloom, a masterpiece, a voice waiting to sing its eternal song.

Other specifications include:

Signature Grade Alpine Spruce Top
Signature Grade Brazilian Rosewood Back & Sides
Florentine (Sharp) Cutaway
Ebony Binding Theme
Blue Paua Top Purfling
Blue Paua Back & Sides Purfling
Blue Paua Headstock Purfling
Full Art Deco Tree of Life Fingerboard Inlay
Art Deco Fountain Headstock Inlay
Brown Lip Paua Basketweave Rosette with Blue Paua Purfling
Blue Paua R Logo with MOP MicroPearl
Gotoh Super 510 Gold Machine Heads with Ebonoid Buttons and Embossed "R" Logo
Innovation Suite (Ryan Ergonomic Bevel with Flutes, EO Bracing, Acoustic Honeycomb, Ryan Micro Adjustable Truss Rod System, Titanium Bridge Pins and A5 "Racing Stripe" Kerfed Liner)
Calton Flight Case
Showcased at NAMM 2025
25.7" Scale Length
1 3/4" Nut Width
2 1/4" Bridge spacing
5 lb 0 oz
1257

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