Erez Matzrafi - 2026 Thucea
About the luthier
Erez Matzrafi is an Israeli luthier who has been building classical and flamenco guitars since 2013. Initially a self-taught craft born from a love of making things—from model airplanes to fine instruments—his guitar making evolved from a passionate hobby into a professional calling. Deeply influenced by Israel’s leading classical guitarists, including Yoram Zerbib, Tal Hurwitz, and Ruben Seroussi, Matzrafi refined his skills through their encouragement and feedback. A pivotal moment came through his collaboration with Andrea Tacchi, facilitated by Maestro Hurwitz. This mentorship reshaped Matzrafi’s philosophy of lutherie, emphasizing tonal sensitivity, aesthetic refinement, and a profound understanding of materials. Tacchi’s influence is particularly evident in Matzrafi’s approach to top thickness, membrane-like response, cypress double sides, and the nuanced balance between spruce and cedar.
About the guitar
This 2026 traditional model by Erez Matzrafi is a refined homage to the aesthetic and acoustic principles of Andrea Tacchi. Its soundboard, composed of both spruce and cedar, offers an articulate blend of clarity and warmth—responding quickly with rounded fundamentals and a glowing sustain. The double cypress sides lend notable stability and contribute to a transparent, vibrant voice with immediate projection and a resonant core. Dynamic balance across all registers allows for nuanced phrasing, while the top reacts with membrane-like agility, rewarding the player’s control and touch. The overall response is deeply musical and engaging, offering an expressive tonal palette suited to a wide range of repertoire. Carefully built with French polish and refined details, the instrument reflects Matzrafi’s sensitivity to construction and his continuing dialogue with the European tradition of modern classical guitar making.
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About the luthier
Erez Matzrafi is an Israeli luthier who has been building classical and flamenco guitars since 2013. Initially a self-taught craft born from a love of making things—from model airplanes to fine instruments—his guitar making evolved from a passionate hobby into a professional calling. Deeply influenced by Israel’s leading classical guitarists, including Yoram Zerbib, Tal Hurwitz, and Ruben Seroussi, Matzrafi refined his skills through their encouragement and feedback. A pivotal moment came through his collaboration with Andrea Tacchi, facilitated by Maestro Hurwitz. This mentorship reshaped Matzrafi’s philosophy of lutherie, emphasizing tonal sensitivity, aesthetic refinement, and a profound understanding of materials. Tacchi’s influence is particularly evident in Matzrafi’s approach to top thickness, membrane-like response, cypress double sides, and the nuanced balance between spruce and cedar.
About the guitar
This 2026 traditional model by Erez Matzrafi is a refined homage to the aesthetic and acoustic principles of Andrea Tacchi. Its soundboard, composed of both spruce and cedar, offers an articulate blend of clarity and warmth—responding quickly with rounded fundamentals and a glowing sustain. The double cypress sides lend notable stability and contribute to a transparent, vibrant voice with immediate projection and a resonant core. Dynamic balance across all registers allows for nuanced phrasing, while the top reacts with membrane-like agility, rewarding the player’s control and touch. The overall response is deeply musical and engaging, offering an expressive tonal palette suited to a wide range of repertoire. Carefully built with French polish and refined details, the instrument reflects Matzrafi’s sensitivity to construction and his continuing dialogue with the European tradition of modern classical guitar making.