Antonio de Toledo AT-15A
Solid Top Classical Guitar – Available with Lattice or Fan Bracing
The Antonio de Toledo AT-15A is a well-crafted classical guitar featuring a solid Cedar or Spruce top and laminated Indian Rosewood back and sides. This model is available in both lattice-braced and fan-braced versions, allowing players to choose the tonal response that best suits their style.
In a review by guitarist Daniel Nistico, the lattice-braced version was praised for its punchier and more powerful sound, while the fan-braced model offered a mellower, rounder tone. Both versions were noted for their responsiveness, playability, and ability to express tonal and dynamic nuance.
Key Features:
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Bracing: Lattice or Fan
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Top: Solid Cedar or Solid Spruce
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Back & Sides: Laminated Indian Rosewood
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Neck: Cedar
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Fingerboard: Ebony
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Finish: Natural Resin Lacquer
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Nut & Saddle: Bone
Overview
The AT-15A delivers exceptional performance and elegant aesthetics, combined with high-quality finishes—all at a remarkably accessible price. Its solid top construction and choice of bracing styles provide excellent projection, clarity, and dynamic range, often surpassing expectations in this price segment.
Designed for musicians seeking consistency and reliability, this model offers the tone, build, and visual appeal of guitars at significantly higher price points.
Antonio de Toledo Guitars
Authentic Spanish Artisan Craftsmanship
Described as authentic artisan jewels, Antonio de Toledo guitars are handcrafted in Griñón, near Madrid, using traditional Spanish methods. The workshop was established over a decade ago by a team of luthiers passionate about guitar making and dedicated to using only premium tonewoods and time-honored techniques.
The brand has become recognized for producing high-quality classical and flamenco guitars, each designed in collaboration with experienced guitarists to meet the needs of serious musicians. Every guitar is made entirely by hand, ensuring a unique instrument with careful attention to detail, tone, and comfort.
What the Catalog Offers:
Antonio de Toledo offers a comprehensive range of 100% handcrafted Spanish guitars, suitable for both beginners and professional players. The collection includes:
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Classical Guitars:
Featuring wider necks, cedar or spruce tops, and large soundboards that produce warm, rich tones ideal for classical and fingerstyle music. -
Flamenco Guitars:
Made with German spruce, sycamore, or cypress, these models feature lowered string height, a thinner neck, and a smaller soundboard, delivering a crisp, bright tone ideal for traditional flamenco techniques. -
Electrified and Custom Models:
A variety of configurations are available, including electrified versions and customization options to suit individual preferences.
Why Choose Antonio de Toledo?
Each Antonio de Toledo guitar reflects a deep commitment to artistry, craftsmanship, and affordability. These instruments are not mass-produced; rather, each one is crafted individually, resulting in a guitar with its own voice and character.
Used by respected performers such as Diego del Morao and Antonio Rey, these guitars have earned a reputation in professional circles for their sound quality and reliability. Their consistent build quality and competitive pricing make them a standout choice in the market for Spanish guitars.