5 Course Medieval Lute by Alex Théo Nieto
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Brand new instrument arriving November 2026 – available to reserve now
A handmade 5-course lute inspired by the treatise of Safi al-Din, with a 60 cm vibrating string length. This beautifully crafted instrument offers an historically informed approach to the medieval lute, with a versatile tuning system allowing it to be tuned in fourths and fifths for the performance of Ars Nova repertoire, or adapted for use in a Renaissance-style tuning.
An excellent choice for players exploring medieval repertoire, while offering the flexibility to accommodate a broader range of historical performance practices.
About the maker
Alex-Théo Nieto attended the French instrument-making school Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume in Mirecourt, France, and later graduated from the Scuola Civica di Liuteria di Milano, specializing in historical instrument making. He is a former student of Carlos Gonzalez Marcos and Gwendal LeCorre, lute makers from the French Lute Society.
In 2021, he opened his own workshop, specializing in lute and early guitar making. His instruments are characterized by rich harmonies, a well-balanced sound, harmonious proportions, and meticulous attention to detail. They are always distinguished by a warm, rich tone.