2012 Dupont MD-100

Maurice Dupont has long been one of the most respected luthiers in France and one of the first contemporary makers to specialize in producing the Selmer Maccaferri guitar. Maurice first gained recognition as a builder of classical guitars and in 1989 was bestowed with the honor of "Best French Craftsman." Maurice was an apprentice of the legendary Gypsy guitar maker Jacques Favino, and in 1986 he began building his own Selmer style guitars which quickly became the most popular choice of professional Gypsy guitarists. Countless Gypsy stars including Raphael Fays, Biréli Lagrène, Tchavolo Schmitt, and Romane have played Dupont guitars which appear on hundreds of recordings.

The MD100 is an affordable version of Dupont's best selling MD50 model. The basic guitar is the same as the MD50, with the only differences being a satin finish and the more affordable woods choices: French spruce top, beautiful quilted mahogany back and sides, and a mahogany neck. The mahogany on the back is exquisite, featuring a stunning sapwood "stripe" down the middle of the already beautifully quilted figure.

This example has a very clear and direct tone, with excellent highs and loads of volume. It's astounding Maurice can build a guitar in this price range with the looks, playability and sound that this guitar possess. Best bang for the buck!

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