The Instrument
Several of Sergei's guitars were custom made for him by luthier Steve Porter. Steve was a fine cabinetmaker when he approached Sergei for guitar lessons. After taking lessons for a few years, he started building classical guitars as well as playing them, with Sergei's encouragement.
To date, Steve has built 17 instruments. Number 13 was made for Sergei out of the finest woods available; the back and sides have Brazilian rosewood, and the top has German Spruce. Sergei also owns two Maple body guitars made by Steve.
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