Jose Ramirez 1983 1A

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Description:

The epitome of Spanish concert guitars Ramirez is the powerhouse of Spanish guitar making. The 1A is at the pinnacle of the Ramirez Workshop, who have set the standard in guitar making since 1882. It displays all the hall marks of a 1A Colour full, full bodied exquisite trebles and warm ringing rich basses and velvety mid-range.

This guitar was made in ‘83 when with Andres Segovia at the peak of his powers dominated the concert stage and where Segovia went all other concert guitarists followed.

This is the model played by most of the concert guitarist throughout the 20 Century including Andres Segovia, Narciso Yepes, Agustin Barrios, Julian Bream, Christopher Parkening, winner of many prizes and used in countless recordings.

The guitar resonates with a powerful, deep and colourful sound and best balance and sustain.

Woods were well seasoned and very selected in the workshop in ’83 now they are unobtainable. The rosette and details of marquetry are of the highest quality.

In good condition with only minor dings and bought by a well-informed player to add to a collection featuring several Ramirez 1a, Pedro de Miguel guitars as well as Angel Benito Aguado etc hardly played due to the time pressures of playing all his other guitars etc

Condition Report:

This is one of eight guitars belonging to a professional guitarist now retiring. Over the years he has become a meticulous guitar collector with numerous guitars and a professional eye for selecting guitars and spotting a bargain in his travels. This guitar is one of several Ramirez 1a the owner has had over the years so is in great condition.

Playability is superb, bold and resonant, distinct Spanish bases warm and mysterious, ringing trebles beautiful sustain across all registers. With a ringing and distinct mid-range.

Details:

Maker: Jose Ramirez
Year: 1983
Top: Cedar
Back/Sides: Rosewood
Scale length: 66.5cm
Nut width: 55cm