{"title":"Michael Gee","description":"Michael Gee is a distinguished British luthier who began his lifelong journey in guitar making at the age of 11, inspired by a film about Spanish guitar construction. In 1974, he became the youngest full-time student at the London College of Furniture, where he trained under Herbert Schwarz and later returned as a tutor himself. Gee opened his first workshop in Nether Heyford in 1977, soon collaborating with renowned makers such as Richard Cobby and Martin Fleeson. After relocating his workshop to Earls Barton in 1981, he went on to craft more than 600 guitars, earning international recognition for his impeccable craftsmanship. His instruments are cherished worldwide by celebrated players for their refined sound and traditional Spanish character.","products":[{"product_id":"michael-gee-1992-no-293","title":"Michael Gee - 1992 No. 293","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout the luthier\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eMichael Gee is a British luthier whose interest in guitar making began at an early age after seeing a film about Spanish guitar construction. In 1974 he became the youngest full time student at the London College of Furniture, where he studied with Herbert Schwarz and later returned as a tutor. He opened his first workshop in 1977 and went on to build a large body of instruments that are appreciated for their strong workmanship and clear connection to the traditional Spanish school.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the guitar\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThis Michael Gee No. 293 from 1992 is a traditionally built guitar with cedar top and Indian rosewood back and sides. Its concept is clearly rooted in the Spanish tradition, with fan bracing and a sound that can be expected to favour substance, warmth, and a solid musical core rather than overtly modern effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe guitar also has a certain heft in the hand, which suits its overall character well. With its slightly longer scale and 54 mm nut width, it offers a more generous left hand feel, especially for players with larger hands or for those who prefer more space for busy fingerings. Altogether, it is a straightforward and serious instrument with a traditional foundation and a comfortable sense of room across the fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe guitar is in very good condition and structurally sound. A crack in the top has been professionally glued, filled, and secured with a cleat. A crack in the back has also been professionally repaired.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Siccas Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53645207994701,"sku":"S18927","price":3990.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/4011\/7325\/files\/michae-gee-1992-293-15.jpg?v=1775166211"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.siccasguitars.com\/collections\/michael-gee.oembed","provider":"Siccas Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}