Alhambra 4P Spanish Lute or laud, is a first-class instrument, classified as a 'Conservatory' model in the Alhambra catalogue. Similar to the Spanish mandolin (bandurria), but with a longer neck. Handcrafted in the Spain using traditional methods, this instrument is made with select woods and top of the range materials. The solid red cedar top offers a warm tonal quality and rich harmonic response. That, combined with the Indian rosewood back and sides delivers a balanced sound and superb projection. Comfortable mahogany neck and very lovely ebony fingerboard . A beautiful instrument for collectors and guitar lovers, as well as players of this traditional instrument. The Laud Alhambra 4P is a very reasonable price for the high quality of the instrument.