Q. What is the difference between the short (640mm) and long (670mm) scale lengths?

A. The longer scale (standard oval hole model) creates slightly more string tension for a given guage, and possibly a bit more volume and projection. There may be some tonal effect, but it would be very subtle. The real basis for this choice would be personal preference. You may like the feel of the longer scale, or if you have smaller hands, the short scale is a good choice.

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About Shelley Park

Shelley’s craftsmanship and deep appreciation for the subtleties and qualities of fine wood, combined with her affinity for acoustic music led her naturally to a career in lutherie. Her love of the music of Django Reinhardt further focused her lutherie skills, constructing guitars based on the original designs of Mario Maccaferri and the Selmer Company of France. Shelley D. Park has now been building fine guitars in Vancouver, British Columbia since 1991. Shelley also brings a wealth of listening and playing experience to her craft. She played rhythm guitar in the popular gypsy jazz ensemble Pearl Django for 6 years, and has had a long and intimate connection to the classic Selmer guitar sound. Shelley’s exquisite craftmanship and attention to detail are reflected in every instrument she builds.

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