Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432
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Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432

Gerold Karl Hannabach - 1978 - 8 Nr.432

Details

Construction Year: 1978
Top: Spruce
Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
Soundboard Finish: Nitrocellulose
Body Finish: Nitrocellulose
Air Body Frequency: G # / A
Scale (mm): 650
Weight (g): 1760
Strings: Knobloch - EDC 34.0
Condition: Excellent
Case: Hardshell

Overview

This 1978 Concert Model by Gerold Hannabach (No. 432) is a fine representation of his celebrated craftsmanship and the German guitar-making tradition. With its elegant ornamented head plate and traditional aesthetic, it reflects Hannabach’s meticulous attention to detail. The sound is clear and rounded, offering impressive sustain on the first string and an overall tonal richness suited for concert performance. Exceptionally well preserved, it remains structurally solid, with only light scratches and nail marks on the top and a professionally repaired back crack that has no effect on stability or sound. Both a historically significant and musically refined instrument, it is an excellent choice for discerning players and collectors alike.
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About the luthier

Gerold Hannabach (1928–2015) was born in Schönbach, Czechoslovakia, into a family of musical instrument makers. His journey in guitar making began in 1948 with an apprenticeship in the workshop of Arnold Hoyer in Bubenreuth, Germany. In 1953, he opened his own workshop dedicated to classical guitars and resale. Hannabach achieved his master guitar maker certification in 1966 and went on to teach musical instrument making at various institutions. Throughout his career, he received numerous accolades for his exceptional craftsmanship, including the prestigious Federal Cross of Merit. Today, Gerold Hannabach is recognized as one of the most influential German guitar makers of the 20th century.

About the guitar

This 1978 *Concert Model* (No. 432) is a superb example of Hannabach’s renowned craftsmanship. Exceptionally well preserved and in perfect working condition, this guitar embodies the traditional aesthetic associated with Hannabach instruments. It features a beautifully ornamented head plate that highlights his meticulous attention to detail. The guitar’s tone is round and clear, with an especially striking sustain on the first string—qualities that make it an outstanding concert instrument. Despite its age, the guitar is structurally sound, maintaining both its aesthetic appeal and sonic excellence. The nitrocellulose finish shows some scratches and nail marks on the top, although there are no cracks in the soundboard. A professionally repaired crack on the back has been stabilized and does not compromise the guitar’s structural integrity or tonal performance. This instrument stands as a testament to the rich tradition of German guitar making and is an excellent choice for collectors or professional musicians.

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