Manuel Rodríguez ECOLOGÍA Samba Plano Cutaway Electro Classical Guitar

The Manuel Rodríguez ECOLOGÍA Samba Plano Cutaway electro classical guitar blends traditional European luthiery with a modern ecological philosophy and contemporary stage ready features. Handmade in Europe, this instrument is designed for players who value natural tone, playing comfort, and sustainable craftsmanship without compromise.

Inspired by the guitar making traditions of earlier generations, the ECOLOGÍA series uses only locally sourced European tonewoods and environmentally responsible finishes. No tropical woods are used at any stage of production, clearly setting this series apart from conventional classical and electro acoustic guitars.

Main Features

• Manuel Rodríguez ECOLOGÍA Samba Plano electro classical guitar
• Cutaway, 4/4 size with flatter 65mm body depth
• Extra slim Electric Neck profile
• Solid European spruce top
• Laminated walnut back and sides with real wooden edges
• Curved acacia fingerboard
• Maple neck with dovetail neck body joint
• Walnut headstock rest
• Traditional 6 hole acacia bridge
• Wood soundhole mosaic
• Environmentally friendly water based open pore silk matt finish
• Factory fitted GEWA armrest
• Fitted security locks
• Scale length 650mm, nut width 48mm

Sustainable Design Rooted in Tradition

The ECOLOGÍA series harks back to a time when guitar makers relied exclusively on tonewoods available close to home. Spruce, walnut, maple, and acacia are carefully selected to create instruments that are both environmentally responsible and tonally balanced. A water based eco matt lacquer is used throughout, allowing the wood to resonate freely while reducing environmental impact.

This commitment to sustainability makes the ECOLOGÍA Samba Plano an ideal choice for environmentally conscious musicians seeking authentic European craftsmanship.

Balanced Sound with Traditional Construction

Handmade in Europe, the ECOLOGÍA Samba Plano is moderately voiced for a warm, balanced, and controlled sound. Traditional neck construction with a dovetail joint ensures excellent structural stability while maximising vibration transfer between neck and body. The result is a responsive instrument with clear articulation and natural sustain, suitable for classical, Latin, flamenco influenced, and modern fingerstyle playing.

Comfort Focused Design with GEWA Armrest

A defining feature of all full size Manuel Rodríguez guitars is the integrated GEWA armrest. Its rounded shape provides a noticeably more comfortable playing experience while allowing the soundboard to vibrate freely across its entire surface. By preventing damping from the right arm, the guitar produces greater resonance and a more open, dynamic tone.

More sound, more comfort.

Stage Ready Electro Acoustic Performance

Equipped with a Manuel Rodríguez by ARTEC SQ-3 preamp system, the ECOLOGÍA Samba Plano delivers reliable and musical amplified performance. The Solidflex bridge pickup combines the flexibility of cable pickups with the power and clarity of rigid piezo systems. A built in tuner, phase reverse switch for feedback control, and comprehensive EQ make this guitar equally at home on stage, in the studio, or in rehearsal settings.

Premium Factory Fitted Strings

German made Hannabach strings are factory fitted to perfectly complement the tonal character of the ECOLOGÍA series. Known for consistency and clarity, they complete the sound concept with balanced response and dependable tuning stability.

Electro Acoustic System

• Manuel Rodríguez by ARTEC SQ-3 preamp
• Solidflex bridge pickup
• Controls: volume, bass 100 Hz, mids 800 Hz, treble 4k Hz
• Phase reverse switch for anti feedback
• Built in tuner with mute function

Hardware and Accessories

• Nickel plated machine heads with black shafts and buttons
• Hannabach 600MT medium tension strings, Made in Germany
• Includes gig bag 213.100MR
• Includes leather strap 531.618
• Includes security locks 555.111

Specifications Overview

• Body type: Cutaway electro classical
• Top: Solid European spruce
• Back and sides: Laminated walnut
• Neck: Maple, extra slim Electric Neck
• Fingerboard: Curved acacia
• Bridge: Acacia, 6 hole
• Finish: Water based eco open pore silk matt
• Electronics: ARTEC SQ-3 with Solidflex pickup