Instrument | Conde Hermanos |
Category | Imported Flamenco Guitars 〔Used〕 |
Number/Model | Felipe No.26 |
Scale length | 650mm |
Country | Spain |
Year | 1998Year |
Top | Solid Spruce |
Side&Back | Solid Cypress |
Condition※ | 7 |
List price | INQUIRE |
Price (tax included) | Please Inquire |
option | with Hardcase |
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Fingerboard:Ebony
Finish:Top:Polyurethan /Back & Sides:Polyurethan
Tuning Machine:FUSTERO
String height:1string 3.3mm/6string 3.5mm
[Profile]
Among the many Spanish flamenco guitar brands, Conde Hermanos is one of the most popular. The brand began in 1919 when Domingo Esteso, who had worked as a craftsman with Santos Hernandez in Manuel Ramirez's workshop, opened a workshop in Gravina,Madrid. Esteso's nephew, Faustino Conde, joined him and his brothers, Mariano and Julio,
in this workshop. After Esteso's death, they continued this brand under the label 'Viuda y Sobrinos de Domingo Esteso. When Esteso's wife passed away, the label was changed to Sobrinos de Domingo Esteso/Conde Hermanos and from this time on, the name Conde Hermanos started to be used as the brand name.In the 1960s, all the models were redesigned to be unique, and the half-moon cut Media Luna head shape was also adopted as a symbol of high-end models from this time on,dramatically expanding their fame and market share.Conde Hermanos guitars have been used by many famous flamenco guitarists, including the famous Paco de Lucia, and are still a must-have for flamenco guitar fans today.
[Description]
Conde Hermanos Felipe Workshop No.26 650mm made in 1998 is now in stock. The model number is No.26, but it is the so-called A-26, which is known as the top model of this
brand's blancas. The label also states that it was made by the Felipe workshop (Modelo Felipe) and that it is the legitimate successor of Domingo Esteso's 3rd generation (3.aEpoca). This indicates that ten years have passed since the death of Faustino and his predecessor, Mariano, and that the workshop has decided to redefine its identity. In terms of appearance (though not in the Conde's distinctive dark orange color), the rosette and purfling design, with its effective use of red, black, green, and yellow, create a sense of luxury. Rather than the stiffness characteristic of the brand (especially Gravina workshop products), this piece has a clear, stress-free sound, in that sense, a sound that could be described as 21st century flamenco. Of course, it is fully functional in terms of responsiveness, sound separation, and flamenco expression.
There are no cracks or other major repairs, and it is in beautiful condition for a 25-year-old flamenco model. The neck, frets, and other parts related to playability are in good condition.