“...Mexicana Acoustica resonates with the history and culture of Mexico. Taking inspiration from the ʻMariachiʼ design, the guitar features a curved back, adding depth and character to the overall sound execution; painstakingly carved from the barrel staves. The most pertinent attribute, being the soundhole, establishes a life-force of the guitar as a working instrument and is metaphorically represented by the HERRADURA (horseshoe). The stylised second soundhole and headstock are reminiscent of the famous blue agave, used to make the signature tequila. Primarily, the Mexican Jug informed my design choices whilst still maintaining symbolism of a liquid-carrying vessel, much alike the barrel. On the reverse, a map of Mexico highlights the specific location of the HERRADURA foundation and captures the essence of the Mexican spirit...”...
