Rozawood Terz Guitar

Rozawood Terz guitar – sound and construction

The Rozawood Terz guitar is a hand-built master instrument aimed at both ambitious players and discerning collectors. Made in the workshop of Roman Zajíček, the founder of Rozawood, this guitar stands for the highest quality, exceptional craftsmanship and a sound that is second to none. Zajíček is internationally recognized as one of the best guitar makers of our time, whose instruments are in demand by professional musicians and connoisseurs worldwide.

A traditional concept in modern perfection
The Terz guitar is a historical guitar model with a shortened scale length that originally enjoyed great popularity in the 19th century. In contrast to standard guitars, it is tuned higher and therefore offers a particularly brilliant timbre rich in overtones. Rozawood has reinterpreted this concept in a modern way and transformed it into a guitar that combines traditional construction methods with first-class materials.

Construction and materials
The heart of this Rozawood Terz guitar is the alpine spruce top, which is known for its fast response and crystal-clear tone development. It ensures exceptional transparency and projection. The body made of East Indian rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia) gives the instrument additional warmth and depth, creating a harmonious sound of brilliance and fullness.

The cedrilla neck in combination with an ebony fingerboard and bridge guarantees stability, durability and an elegant playing feel. Maple bindings set visual accents and round off the high-quality appearance. Nickel-plated Gotoh Open Gear tuners ensure precise and reliable tuning.

The shortened scale length of 533 mm (21″) is characteristic of a third-octave guitar. It makes this instrument an exciting addition for musicians who want to discover new timbres.

Sound and feel
The Rozawood Terz guitar impresses with a bright, brilliant sound rich in overtones, which differs significantly from a standard guitar. The higher tuning gives it a unique sound spectrum that comes into its own both as a solo instrument and in combination with other instruments.

The string action is pleasantly flat, which, combined with the precise workmanship, ensures comfortable playability. The instrument responds sensitively and dynamically to every nuance of playing – ideal for fingerstyle, classical thirds literature or musicians who like to experiment and want to expand their sound.

Condition
This Rozawood Terz guitar is in very good condition. Slight traces of use are present, as is usual with a played instrument, but do not affect the sound or functionality. The overall workmanship is impeccable, all components work together perfectly and underline the high quality for which Rozawood is known.

Possible uses
A third-octave guitar is a versatile instrument that is suitable for a variety of musical situations. It is the perfect choice for musicians who want to discover new timbres, who are looking for a special sound in the studio or when recording, who want to interpret classical third-guitar pieces or who want to add an unusual instrument to their existing guitar arsenal.

It is also of interest to collectors who appreciate the special value of a unique handmade piece from Roman Zajíček’s workshop.

Specifications
Top: Alpine spruce
Back & sides: East Indian rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Neck: Cedrilla
Scale length: 21″ / 533 mm
Fingerboard & bridge: Ebony
Nut width: 44.5 mm
Binding: Maple
Tuners: Nickel-plated Gotoh Open Gear
Truss rod: Double-Action, adjustable

With this Rozawood Terz guitar, you get a handmade instrument that combines tradition and innovation in a unique way. It is not only an exceptional sound tool for creative musicians, but also a valuable collector’s item that bears the signature of one of the best guitar makers in the world.

Link: Rozawood