Antonio Raya Pardo is one of the better builders in Granada. He joins Antonio Marin Montero and Marin's nephew Plazuelo in that distinction. This Blanca is typical of Raya’s fine work and has a great piece of Spruce for the soundboard and some beautiful Spanish Cypress for the back and sides. He added a delightful and artistic thin strip of Brazilian up the center of the back which adds a unique feel to this guitar. The guitar is in like new condition, absolutely mint, and has the snappy light sound that most players look for in a nice Blanca. A very fun guitar to play, great for bulerias!