Kazuo Sato - 1976 Ten String
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About the luthier
Kazuo Sato is an internationally acclaimed luthier whose career reflects decades of dedication and refinement. His journey began in Japan, where he apprenticed under Kuniharu Nobe from 1965 to 1971. Eager to broaden his skills, he moved to England and joined the prestigious workshop of David Rubio, where he worked alongside renowned luthier Paul Fischer. In 1974, Kazuo Sato established his own workshop in Germany, where he continues to craft exceptional instruments. Today, he works together with his son, Hideo Sato, ensuring the continuation of this legacy of craftsmanship and expertise.
About the guitar
This rare 1976 10-string guitar is a truly remarkable instrument. It features a finely grained spruce top combined with stunning Brazilian rosewood back and sides, as is typical from Sato guitars from this era. The extended range of ten strings opens new musical possibilities, while the neck design ensures a surprisingly comfortable feel despite the wider fretboard, with well-thought-out string spacing and carefully shaped neck that allow for ease of play.
The instrument is exceptionally lightweight and highly resonant, offering an immediate, responsive feel under the fingers. Its tone is mature, clear, and powerful, with a rich and balanced voice. The basses are full and deep, complementing the bright and singing trebles, resulting in a harmonious and inspiring soundscape. This guitar is not only a technical achievement but also a joy to play, offering endless expressive possibilities. The condition of this special instrument is excellent, showing normal wear marks and a small crack on the side that poses no further danger. The guitar comes in a sturdy rectangular-shaped flight case.
Take a look at the presentation video of this special guitar below, where you’ll find plenty of additional information about its playability and sound.
| Luthier: | Kazuo Sato |
| Construction year: | 1976 |
| Construction type: | Traditional |
| Top: | Spruce |
| Back and sides: | Brazilian rosewood (CITES certified) |
| Finish: | French polish |
| Air body frequency: | G |
| Scale: | 650 mm |
| Nut: | 83 mm |
| Weight: | 2120 grams |
| Tuners: | Antique |
| Strings: | Knobloch - EDC 34.0 |
| Condition: | Excellent |
| Case: | Flightcase |
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Kazuo Sato, Heiligenstr., 27, 66740, Saarlouis, Germany, http://www.satoguitar.com, info@satoguitar.com
Kazuo Sato, Heiligenstr., 27, 66740, Saarlouis, Germany, http://www.satoguitar.com, info@satoguitar.com
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