In collaboration with Billy Watman, Ortega develops this exclusive signature model. The Ortega BYWSM Billy Watman is equipped with numerous beneficial features that give it a great sound, pleasant handling and an exceptionally attractive design. This classical guitar combines exactly what the award-winning Anglo-Brazilian classical/fingerstyle guitarist needs for his live performances. To that end, it features, among other things, the Clasica
Due to its 4/4 construction, the BYWSM has a large soundbox that produces a full volume of sound. The ebony body is complemented by a solid spruce top, the most popular wood for guitar tops. The hard, inelastic nature of the material results in a well-vibrating sound body that guarantees lasting pleasure for the ears. Thus, the spruce enriches the sound and round, soft tones as well as distinctive highs. This clearly defined sound is ideal for numerous musical genres.
Comfort was also a top priority for this model. Thus, the matte mahogany neck with a pleasant weight lies well in the hand. At the same time, the saddle with its width of 48 mm meets the criteria required for flatpicking and strumming. A new type of cutaway also offers unhindered access to the higher registers. The player-friendly beveled armrest stands out in particular, providing a comfortable rest for the forearm. Thanks to it, long performances and jam sessions can be mastered in a completely relaxed manner.
For perfectly tuned stage shows, the guitar is equipped with the Clasica
The visual design of the guitar doesn't leave anything out either. The Natural high-gloss finish brings out the grain of the woods well, while the white ebony body stands out. In addition, the abalone bindings with the recessed armrest of flamed acacia are perfectly matched to the abalone-acacia rosette. The guitar is given a personal touch by the artist with a characteristic hat inlay on the twelfth fret and the laser-engraved signature on the headstock.