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Bernhard Kresse - 2022 "Johann Anton Stauffer" 64 cm

Bernhard Kresse - 2022 "Johann Anton Stauffer" 64 cm

Overview

Bernhard Kresse is one of the most sought-after luthiers worldwide in terms of 19th-century guitar copies. He restored an impressive number of period guitars throughout his career and gathered extensive knowledge of these instruments and many of his guitars were recorded by international guitarists in the past years.

This instrument reflects Bernhard's deep understanding and passion for period instruments. It is an outstanding concert instrument with a very responsive and unbelievable projection for such a small instrument. Moreover, this wonderful guitar is very comfortable as the neck is adjustable and the fingerboard slightly elevated (on the model of Stauffer's patent). One can easily tell that the timber for this instrument was chosen carefully to a very high standard. The combination of the spruce top and striking maple back and sides is just a treat to the eyes. Furthermore, the elegant design of Rodgers' tuning machine adds aesthetic appeal to this instrument and works like a charm. This Stauffer-style guitar is an excellent chance for any guitarist who wishes to perform on a period instrument built by one of the best period instrument makers in the world.

Watch the presentation video of this particular guitar below, where you will find a lot of additional information about its playability and sound.

Luthier: Bernhard Kresse
Construction year: 2022
Top: Spruce
Back and sides: Maple
Scale: 640 mm
Nut: 47 mm
Weight: 1225 grams
Air body frequency: D
Tuners: Rodgers
Strings: Knobloch EDC 34.0
Case: Hardshell
Condition: New
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Video overview

Bernhard Kresse 2022 Johann Anton Stauffer 64 cm Classical Guitar review
THE BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT? 🎁 | The Weekly Guitar Meeting #34 Field, Chiesa, Kresse, Gilioli | SICCAS

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