David Rouse is the up-and-comer luthier in the English guitar scene and he is hot on the heels of such greats as Kevin Aram and Michael Gee. This spruce and Indian model, adorned with Alessi tuning machines, from 2007 was treated with the utmost kindness and is in mint condition with no marks or wear. The tone is bright and clear with subtle overtones and solid volume, which makes this a performer’s guitar through and through.