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Karl-Hermann Schäfer - 2023

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Karl-Hermann Schäfer started making guitars in 1966. He did his apprenticeship under the guidance of master guitar maker Ernest Köröskeny and later studied under master guitar maker Dieter Hopf. After having worked in Hopf's workshop from 1971 to 1994, he opened his own in Oberneisen and moved to Niederbrechen, Germany, five years later. Karl-Hermann Schäfer has specialized in making the most wonderful replicas one could wish for. These instruments are not only well built, but they also offer the very authentic sound of master instruments of the past.

Discover the auditory finesse of the 2023 Karl-Hermann Schäfer guitar. Constructed with a spruce soundboard paired with Indian rosewood for the back and sides, this guitar embodies an exceptional blend of materials meticulously chosen to perfect the sound quality. From an acoustical standpoint, the 2023 Karl-Hermann Schäfer guitar exhibits a complexity, depth, and elegance synonymous with high-end musical instruments. Its sonorous bass notes resonate deeply, while the treble tones present a smooth, clear, and expansive sound. The instrument's construction imbues it with an intriguing and inspiring aura, an inherent quality that, coupled with its prolonged sustain, distinguishes it from its contemporaries. This guitar is not just an instrument; it is a testament to the enduring legacy of fine craftsmanship and sonic excellence.

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Luthier: Carl-Hermann Schäfer
Construction year: 2023
Top: Spruce
Back and sides: Indian rosewood
Scale: 650 mm
Nut: 52 mm
Weight: 1445 grams
Air body frequency: G
Tuners: Scheller
Strings: Knobloch EDC 34.0
Case: Hiscox Pro II "Siccas Guitars" Edition
Condition: New
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Video overview

Dimitri Illarionov plays Toccatchenitsa by Atanas Ourkouzounov on a 2023 Karl Hermann Schäfer
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    Back and Sides: Indian rosewood
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