New — Direct from France
Discover the exceptional craftsmanship and innovative spirit of contemporary French lutherie with this Jean-Noël Lebreton Double Top Concert Classical Guitar, a remarkable handcrafted instrument created for musicians seeking outstanding tonal depth, projection, responsiveness and refinement.
This 2026 instrument combines Canadian Western Red Cedar with an advanced balsa and Nomex® double-top construction, bringing together the warmth and richness of cedar with the acoustic efficiency of a modern lightweight soundboard design. The result is an exceptionally responsive instrument with impressive power, clarity and tonal sophistication.
Its voice is rich, deep and expressive, offering dark, resonant basses, beautifully singing trebles, balanced harmonics and exceptional sustain. The instrument responds effortlessly to the player’s touch, allowing subtle changes in dynamics and colour to be expressed with remarkable immediacy.
Beautifully crafted in France and featuring carefully selected tonewoods, French polish and meticulous contemporary construction, this Lebreton represents an exceptional meeting point between traditional French lutherie and modern acoustic innovation.
A truly exceptional concert instrument — sophisticated, powerful and remarkably expressive. This is a guitar that deserves to be experienced in person.
Description
New Concert Classical Guitar
Maker: Jean-Noël Lebreton — France
Model: Double Top Concert
Year: 2026
Instrument Number: N-47-203
Scale Length: 650 mm
Nut Width: 52 mm
Soundboard: Canadian Western Red Cedar
Inner Core: Balsa / Nomex® mix
Bracing: Jean-Noël Lebreton fan bracing system
Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood
Neck: Elevated Spanish Cedar
Fingerboard: Ebony, with 20th fret
Armrest: Yes
Bridge: Madagascar Rosewood
Tuners: Gotoh 35AR110PP
Finish: French polish on top; cellulosic lacquer on the remainder of the instrument
Case: Visesnut Active Series case included
Dimensions & Weight
Weight: 1.658 kg / 3.655 lbs
Body Length: 49 cm / 19.29 in
Upper Bout: 28.5 cm / 11.22 in
Lower Bout: 37.5 cm / 14.76 in
Body Depth: 10 cm / 3.94 in
About the Instrument
The Jean-Noël Lebreton Double Top Concert represents the innovative side of contemporary French guitar making, combining traditional craftsmanship with carefully considered acoustic engineering.
Its double-top construction incorporates a Canadian Western Red Cedar soundboard with a balsa and Nomex® mixed inner core. This approach allows the soundboard to remain highly responsive while supporting the projection, sustain and tonal complexity expected from a serious concert instrument.
The cedar contributes a naturally warm, rich and expressive character, with excellent resonance and sensitivity to the player’s touch. The advanced inner-core construction complements these qualities by contributing clarity, projection and responsiveness, resulting in an instrument capable of producing both considerable power and exceptional nuance.
The tonal character is particularly impressive for its balance. Deep, dark and resonant basses are complemented by clear, singing trebles, while the middle register remains articulate and expressive. Excellent sustain and carefully balanced harmonics allow individual notes to remain beautifully defined even during demanding passages.
The elevated Spanish cedar neck, ebony fingerboard, armrest and carefully selected tonewoods contribute to a comfortable and effortless playing experience. Every element has been thoughtfully considered to serve both the player’s comfort and the instrument’s acoustic performance.
A Contemporary French Concert Instrument
Jean-Noël Lebreton’s work represents a fascinating approach to modern French lutherie, where traditional craftsmanship is combined with contemporary acoustic concepts. This guitar is an excellent example of that philosophy, offering a sophisticated combination of warmth, power, clarity, projection and responsiveness.
Whether used for concert performance, studio recording, advanced practice or simply exploring the full expressive possibilities of the classical guitar, the N-47-203 provides the level of response and tonal refinement expected from a world-class concert instrument.
A magnificent example of contemporary French guitar making, beautifully uniting craftsmanship, innovation and exceptional musical performance.
We are honoured to represent Jean-Noël Lebreton guitars in North America and are proud to offer these exceptional handcrafted French concert instruments to discerning classical guitarists seeking the highest standards of contemporary lutherie.
“Reserve Your Future Jean-Noël Lebreton Guitar”
The current Jean-Noël Lebreton Double Top guitar has found its new home. We are delighted to announce that the next exceptional instruments from this renowned French master luthier are expected to arrive at our salon during 2026–2027.
Due to the extraordinary craftsmanship, limited production, and growing worldwide demand for Jean-Noël Lebreton’s instruments, availability remains extremely exclusive. Each guitar is individually crafted with meticulous attention to detail, offering a unique combination of refined aesthetics, exceptional projection, tonal richness, and artistic expression.
We warmly invite collectors, professional musicians, and passionate guitarists to contact us early to express their interest and secure priority consideration for these upcoming arrivals.
Reservations and inquiries are now open.
Discover the opportunity to own one of these rare handcrafted instruments and become part of the tradition of excellence represented by Jean-Noël Lebreton.
Please contact our salon for further information or to reserve your upcoming instrument.
Additional information
| Weight | 12 kg |
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| Dimensions | 115 × 51 × 21 cm |
