FLAMENCO GUITAR BY JOSÉ ANTONIO VILLALBA

Flamenco guitar crafted by Jose Antonio Vilalba a guitar craftsman with a great talent for making guitars. There are few guitars on this list, but they are great quality, made with exceptional materials which are very hard to find nowadays. Lots of great guitarists value his work.

The Wood selected for this instrument is German Pine Spruce for the sound board, Lebanon Cedar for the body (sides and back) of great quality and beauty and carefully chosen.

Thanks to the selection of the wood of this instrument, the sound is exquisite to the ears of flamenco lovers and professionals in the world of flamenco. The wood gives it depth and outstanding brilliance on the bass strings with powerful and crystalline trebles, and a comfortable feeling in both hands.

The pulsation of the instrument is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.
The guitar is in an excellent state, and without any scratches or repairs, and totally original.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY HERMANOS CONDE

Flamenco guitar crafted by Hermanos Conde House in Madrid in the emblematic 7 Gravina street made by Domingo Esteso’s nephews (Mariano and Faustino). Their guitars are very much appreciated by flamenco professionals and collectors such as Paco de Lucia, Cepero, Jesus Montoya, etc.

The wood selected for this instrument is of high quality and well matured German pine spruce for the soundboard which makes it have a remarkable acoustic, cypress of extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back).

Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is exquisite for the professionals and flamenco lovers bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles which is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands. The instrument’s pulsation is medium to hard tension with the perfect string height for playing

The guitar is in an excellent estate, with no repairs made nor scratches

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY PEDRO MALDONADO

Flamenco guitar crafted by the famed guitar builder Pedro Maldonado, whose guitars are known worldwide because of their perfect construction and finishes; many are the professionals, such as Moraito Chico, Parrilla de Jérez, Rafael de Antequera, Juan de la Cruz or Diego Vargas, who have enjoyed his instruments.

The selection of woods used for this instrument is: for the soundboard, German pine spruce of great quality and a cure that lasted several years; Cypress of extraordinary quality and beauty is used for the body (sides and back) and was chosen in detail…

Thanks to the selection of woods used on this instrument, its sound is exquisite for the ears of lovers and professionals of the flamenco world, offering exceptional depth and brilliance on the bass strings, as well as powerful and crystalline trebles. The comfort on both hands is highly appreciated by the guitarist.

The pulsation of this guitar is of medium tension with the strings at the perfect height for performance.

The guitar is in very good condition, completely original and without any kind of reparation.

 

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY GERUNDINO FERNÁNDEZ

Flamenco guitar crafted by the master Gerundino Fernández, born in Almeria in 1931, who is an example of a self-taught guitar maker, and was one of the most renowned, with help from his brother Eladio Fernández. There are many artists who use or have used his guitars, among them, we can see Vicente Amigo, Tomatito, Joaquin Amador, Raimundo Amador, Paco Peña, etc.

We have to highlight the fact that he won the First Prize and the award to the Best Acoustic on the International Unesco Competition of Guitar Makers in Paris in 1988.

The selection of woods used for this instrument is: for the soundboard, Cedar of exceptional sound and grain of great quality; Brasilian rosewood of impressive beauty and features is used for the body (sides and back), its quality so good it is almost impossible to find nowadays… The woods were provided by his brother Eladio, who owned woods of unbeatable quality.

Thanks to the perfect selection of woods Gerundino used on this instrument, its sound is completely extraordinary, offering exceptional depth and power on the bass strings, as well as crystalline and clean trebles, offering enviable balance and projection. The sound is typical and exclusive to Gerundino’s guitars, and it is absolutely extraordinary.

Gerundino passed away in 2006.

The pulsation of this guitar is of medium tension with the strings at the perfect height for performance.

The guitar is in an excellent condition, it only presents a little crack in the side and it is kept in its original state

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY JERÓNIMO PÉREZ

Flamenco guitar crafted by the guitarist Jerónimo Pérez. In spite of his youth, his talent has been valued by great masters of music, and his guitars are very valued in the world of Flamenco for its great sound and selection of wood.
The wood selected for this instrument is German pine spruce for the soundboard with a great sonority, and Cypress for the body (sides and back) of great beauty and impressive characteristics.
Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is totally extraordinary giving it an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with brilliant and clean trebles giving it balance and projection.
The guitar also offers great comfort when played with both hands.
The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.
The guitar is new.

FLAMENCO GUITAR HERMANOS CONDE

Flamenco guitar crafted by the popular Conde Brothers trademark (Atocha, 53), founded by the great guitar master Domingo Esteso.

After his death, his nephews Julio, Faustino, and Mariano took over the workshop.

In 1950, a new workshop was inaugurated in Antocha Street ran by Julio, where he worked together with his brothers, who remained in the first workshop.

After Julio’s death in 1995, his daughter Carmen Conde and his daughter who took over the workshop together with his trusted officials, some of whom were elected by Julio himself and who continue to make the tradition of Conde guitars continue.

The wood selected for this instrument is German pine spruce for the soundboard with a great sonority, and Madagascan Rosewood (sides and back) of great beauty and impressive characteristics.

Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is totally extraordinary giving it an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with brilliant and clean trebles giving it balance and projection.

The comfort of this guitar is perfect in both hands and very pleasant to the guitarist.

The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is new.

FLAMENCO GUITAR HERMANOS CONDE

Flamenco guitar crafted by the popular Conde Brothers trademark (Atocha, 53), founded by the great guitar master Domingo Esteso.
After his death, his nephews Julio, Faustino, and Mariano took over the workshop.
In 1950, a new workshop was inaugurated in Antocha Street ran by Julio, where he worked together with his brothers, who remained in the first workshop.
After Julio’s death in 1995, his daughter Carmen Conde and his daughter who took over the workshop together with his trusted officials, some of whom were elected by Julio himself and who continue to make the tradition of Conde guitars continue.
The wood selected for this instrument is German pine spruce for the soundboard with a great sonority, and Cypress for the body (sides and back) of great beauty and impressive characteristics.
Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is totally extraordinary giving it an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with brilliant and clean trebles giving it balance and projection.
The comfort of this guitar is perfect in both hands and very pleasant to the guitarist.
The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.
The guitar is new.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY VDA. Y SOBRINOS DE DOMINGO ESTESO

Flamenco guitar crafted by the nephews of the guitar master Domingo Esteso (Mariano, Faustino, and Julio) in the famous workshop on the number 7 of Gravina street, Madrid, which is one of the most visited places of great masters such as Niño Ricardo, Juan Habichuela, Paco de Lucía, and many more. Their guitars are considered unique pieces to collectors, and it must be highlighted their perfect and solid construction.

The selection of woods used for this instrument is: for the soundboard, German pine spruce of extraordinary acoustics and grain; Rio’s Rosewood of great quality and
absolutely stunning beauty is used for the body (sides and back). It is almost impossible to find a similar timber.

Thanks to the selection of woods used on this instrument, its sound is exquisite for the ears of lovers and professionals of the flamenco world, offering exceptional depth and power on the bass strings, as well as powerful and crystalline trebles, and great comfort to both hands, which is highly appreciated by the guitarist.

The pulsation of this guitar is of medium tension with the strings at the perfect height for performance.

The guitar is in an exceptional condition, it only presents a crack on the board, which has been totally repaired and is now in original conditions.
It must be emphasized that the headstock is original, hand-made, and entirely built in sterling silver.

FLAMENCO GUITAR LESTER DEVOE

Flamenco guitar crafted by the Maestro Lester Devoe from California. His guitars are internationally known due to their high-quality acoustics, and are used by the best guitarists in Spain such as Paco de Lucia, Tomatito, Vicente Amigo…
The woods carefully selected for this instrument are high quality well-matured German pine spruce for the soundboard, and Brazilian Rosewood has been used for the body (back and sides) of exceptional quality and beauty.
The comfort of the instrument is perfect to be used with both hands, which is appreciated by the guitarist.
The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.
The guitar is in a very good state. There are two small cracks on the side which have been completely repaired and are almost invisible.

FLAMENCO GUITAR LESTER DEVOE

Flamenco guitar crafted by the master Lester Devoe from California.

His guitars are world-renowned because of their great sound quality, they are highly appraised by the greatest guitar players of our country, for example, Pablo de Lucia, Tomatito, Vicente Amigo and many more.

The selection of woods used in this instrument is: for the soundboard, German pine spruce of great quality and a cure that lasted for several years; cypress is used for the bodThis guitar offers much comfort on both hands, which is really appreciated by the guitarist.

The pulsation of this instrument is of medium tension with the strings at the perfect height for performance.

The state of the guitar is excellent, without any kind of reparation and completely original.
y (sides and back), its quality and beauty extraordinary and chosen in detail…

FLAMENCO GUITAR ANTONIO MARÍN MONTERO

Flamenco guitar crafted by the luthier Antonio Marin Montero. He is considered one of today’s best guitar makers, his guitars are valued by fans and professionals all over the world. The wood selected for this instrument is of high quality and well matured German pine spruce for the soundboard, cypress of extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back)…

Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is exquisite for the professionals and flamenco lovers bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles which is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands.

The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing. The guitar is in an excellent state, completely original, with no cracks or repairs made.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY JOSÉ RAMÍREZ

Flamenco guitar crafted by the dynasty of Jose Ramirez founded by Jose Ramirez de Galarreta y Planet, born in Madrid in 1858. He opened his workshop in the famous nº2 Jeronimo Street. His descendants continued there until 1995. His guitars have been chosen by the best flamenco and classical guitarists such as Serranito, Paco de Lucia, Enrique de Melchor, Jose Antonio Rodríguez and the list goes on.

The Wood selected for this instrument Cedar for the soundboard, Cypress for the body, sides, and back) are of great quality and beauty and carefully chosen.

Thanks to the selection of the wood of this instrument, the sound is exquisite to the ears of flamenco lovers and professionals in the world of flamenco. The wood gives it depth and outstanding brilliance on the bass strings with powerful and crystalline trebles, and a comfortable feeling in both hands.

The pulsation of the instrument is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is in a very good state, it features a fissure in the board at the rings and other completely repaired caps.

FLAMENCO GUITAR RICARDO SANCHÍS F.EXTRA

This flamenco guitar was crafted by the well-known luthier Ricardo Sanchís Carpio. His guitars are most praised in the world of flamenco due to their great sound quality and superb crafting. Many professionals have his guitars such as Tomatito Pedro Sierra, «El Chico», etc.

The wood selected for this instrument is of high quality and well matured German pine spruce for the soundboard, Indian Rosewood of extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back)…

Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is exquisite for the professionals and flamenco lovers bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles, which is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands. The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is in an excellent state, completely original without any cracks or repairs made.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY MANUEL BELLIDO

Flamenco guitar crafted by guitar maker Manuel Bellido, born in Granada in 1939. He became a guitar maker at the workshop of D. Eduardo Ferrer and at a time when he became friendly with the also well-known Antonio Marin Montero. His guitars are valued for their exquisite sound quality and simplicity.

The Wood selected for this instrument (German Pine Spruce for the soundboard, Cypress for the body, sides, and back) are of great quality and beauty and carefully chosen.

Thanks to the selection of the wood of this instrument, the sound is exquisite to the ears of flamenco lovers and professionals in the world of flamenco. The wood gives it depth and outstanding brilliance on the bass strings with powerful and crystalline trebles, and a comfortable feeling in both hands.

The pulsation of the instrument is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is in an excellent state, and without any scratches or repairs, and totally original.

FLAMENCO GUITAR HERMANOS CONDE

Flamenco guitar crafted by the popular Conde Brothers trademark (Atocha, 53), founded by the great guitar master Domingo Esteso.
After his death, his nephews Julio, Faustino, and Mariano took over the workshop.

In 1950, a new workshop was inaugurated in Antocha Street ran by Julio, where he worked together with his brothers, who remained in the first workshop.
After Julio’s death in 1995, his daughter Carmen Conde and his daughter who took over the workshop together with his trusted officials, some of whom were elected by Julio himself and who continue to make the tradition of Conde guitars continue.

The wood selected for this instrument is German pine spruce for the soundboard with a great sonority, and Indian Rosewood for the body (sides and back) of great beauty and impressive characteristics.
Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is totally extraordinary giving it an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with brilliant and clean trebles giving it balance and projection.

The comfort of this guitar is perfect in both hands and very pleasant to the guitarist.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY MARIANO CONDE

Flamenco guitar crafted by the luthier Mariano Conde, internationally known for his work under the firm «Conde Hermanos» working for many years with his brother Felipe Conde. After they separated, Felipe moved into a new workshop in the number 1 of Amnistia street in  Madrid, where he continued manufacturing guitars following the family tradition.

The woods selected for these instruments are of high quality, and well matured German pine spruce has been chosen for the soundboard which makes it have a remarkable acoustic, cypress of extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back)…

Due to the wood selection by Mariano for this instrument, its sound is exquisite, bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles and it is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands. The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is in an excellent state, with no repairs made, completely original. It has a unique headstock made by a carpenter with a half-moon head valued at more than 400€.

FLAMENCO GUITAR MANUEL REYES (SON)

Flamenco guitar crafted by the luthier Manuel Reyes (son), world-renowned for having learned the manufacture and sound techniques directly from his father, the luthier Manuel Reyes Maldonado, thus producing masterpieces for flamenco lovers and professionals.

The wood selected for this instrument is of high quality and matured German pine spruce for the sounding board which makes it have remarkable acoustics, cypress of extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back)…

Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is exquisite for professionals and flamenco lovers bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles which is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands.

The instrument’s pulsation is hard-medium tension with the perfect string height for playing. The guitar is in an excellent and completely original state. It is considered as partly new.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY MANUEL REYES

Flamenco guitar crafted by the luthier Manuel Reyes, world-renowned as one of the best flamenco guitar maker, known for its simple but impressive finishes, his guitars are very much appreciated by flamenco lovers and professionals such as Tomatito, Vicente Amigó, Antonio Reyes, etc.

The wood selected for this instruments is  of high quality and well matured  German pine spruce for the sounding board which makes it have a remarkable acoustic, cypress of an extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back)….

Due to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is exquisite bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles which is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands.

The instrument’s pulsation is medium to hard tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is in an excellent state, it only has a small fissure on the soundboard perfectly repaired by Jose Fernández and revarnished by the luthier Antonio Ariza.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY MANUEL REYES

Flamenco guitar built by the luthier Manuel Reyes, internationally known as one of the best flamenco guitar crafters. With simple but impressive finishing, his guitars are highly valued among lovers and professionals, such as Tomatito, Vicente Amigo, Antonio Rey, etc.

The selection of woods used for this instrument is of high-quality German Pine Spruce for the soundboard and cypress for the back and sides of exceptional beauty.

Thanks to the wood selection of the instrument, its sound is exquisite for both professional and flamenco lovers, bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles, which is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands.

The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar has some scratches on the soundboard and side and cracks at the base. It has been re-varnished and all the scratches and cracks have been repaired. The neck has also been repaired.

FLAMENCO GUITAR ANTONIO MARÍN MONTERO

Flamenco guitar crafted by the luthier Antonio Marin Montero, considered nowadays one of the best guitar makers . His guitars are admired by guitar lovers and professionals from all over the world.

The wood selected for this instruments is  of high quality and well matured German pine spruce for the soundboard which makes it have a remarkable acoustic, cypress of an extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back)….

Due to the woods selectected by Antonio for the instrument, its sound is exquisite bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles that offer an enviable balance and projection. This instrument is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands.The instrument’s pulsation is medium tension with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is in a very good state. It has a crack on the soundboard and another one on the side which have been perfectly repaired and revarnished by Antonio Marin Montero himself.

FLAMENCO GUITAR BY FRANCISCO BARBA

Flamenco guitar crafted by the luthier Francisco Barba, he is considered one of the most promising guitar makers, his guitars are considered works of art and are very much valued in the world of flamenco. There are many professionals who have played with one of his guitars such as Rafael Riqueni, Niño de Pura, Manolo Franco, etc.

The wood selected for this instrument is of high quality and well-matured cedar for the soundboard which makes it have a remarkable acoustic, Brazilian Rosewood of extraordinary quality and beauty selected to detail for the body (sides and back)….

Due to the woods selected by Francisco Barma for this instrument, its sound is exquisite, bringing an outstanding depth and brilliance on the bass strings, with powerful and crystalline trebles which is very comfortable for the guitarist’s hands.

The instrument’s pulsation is medium tensión with the perfect string height for playing.

The guitar is in an excellent state, with no cracks or repairs.