Hermann Hauser® I - 1923 "Contraguitar"
Hermann Hauser® I - 1923 "Contraguitar"
Overview
Overview
Hermann Hauser® I as a German luthier, holds a leading position among luthiers worldwide. He took over the instrument workshop of his father while Josef Hauser® was still managing the music publishing house. Hermann Hauser® I specialised in making lutes and guitars but also remained true to the construction of zithers. In the context of the Guitaristic Movement in Bavaria, Hermann Hauser® I built a large number of different guitars; in particular the Vienna models and the Munich models in all kinds of forms, but all in absolute perfection. The Terz, Prim and the very rare Quintbass guitars of Hermann Hauser® I are of highest quality. Even today, the sound of those instruments is still unsurpassed. Based on his special virtuosity, Hermann Hauser® I developed technical, patented innovations in the area of construction of the guitar’s tops and body-neck connections. The Spanish virtuosi Miguel Llobet and Andres Segovia became attentive to Hermann Hauser® I’s art of making guitars at the beginning of the 20th century.
This guitar is a rare work of art by the legendary German luthier Hermann Hauser® I. The unique 15-string design offers endless possibilities and allows players to experiment with wide range of tonal spectrums. The two pieces spruce soundboard is framed by dark and light veneers, which can also be found around the sound hole. Furthermore, the back is made of one piece of gorgeous flame maple, complementing the overall look and bringing it to the next level of beauty. Due to its age it displays some playing wear of course and there is a dent on the lower-bout part of the guitar. Besides that, the guitar is crack-free and in excellent playing condition. It’s sound is very charming with that kind of old vintage Hauser® I timbre that we all think is so delicate and gorgeous.
Watch the presentation video of this special guitar below, where you will find a lot of additional information about its playability and sound.
| Luthier: | Hermann Hauser® I |
| Construction year: | 1923 |
| Top: | Spruce |
| Back and sides: | Maple |
| Scale: | 625/935 mm |
| Nut: | 47 mm |
| Weight: | 2950 grams |
| Air body frequency: | A#/B |
| Tuners: | Landstorfer |
| Strings: | Knobloch EDC 34.0 |
| Case: | Original hardshell case |
| Condition: | Very good |
Video overview
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