Kazuo Sato - 1981
Kazuo Sato - 1981
Overview
Overview
About the luthier
Kazuo Sato is an internationally renowned luthier whose career spans decades of dedication and refinement. His journey began in Japan, where he apprenticed under Kuniharu Nobe from 1965 to 1971. Seeking to expand his expertise, he moved to England and worked in the prestigious workshop of David Rubio, collaborating with another celebrated luthier, Paul Fischer. In 1974, Kazuo Sato established his own workshop in Germany, where he continues to build exceptional guitars. Today, he works alongside his son, Hideo Sato, ensuring the continuation of his craft and expertise for future generations.
About the guitar
This 1981 Kazuo Sato guitar is an extraordinary instrument, featuring a spruce top paired with exquisite Brazilian rosewood back and sides. The choice of this precious tonewood enhances not only the visual elegance of the guitar but also its tonal qualities, contributing to a deep, resonant voice with exceptional sustain and warmth.
Its sound is mature and refined, offering a rich tonal palette with remarkable depth and clarity. The balance across all registers is impressive, ensuring both powerful basses and clear, singing trebles. Additionally, the guitar provides outstanding playing comfort, making it an effortless joy to play. Its exceptional state of preservation, along with its tonal maturation under optimal playing conditions, makes this a superb second-hand instrument—an excellent choice for discerning guitarists seeking both quality and history in their instrument. The condition of the instrument is very good, with normal signs of wear for its age and a professionally repaired crack on the back, which is considered stable.
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: | 1981 |
| Construction type: | Traditional |
| Top: | Spruce |
| Back and sides: | Brazilian rosewood (CITES certified) |
| Finish: | French polish |
| Air body frequency: | G / G # |
| Scale: | 650 mm |
| Nut: | 53 mm |
| Weight: | 1535 grams |
| Strings: | Knobloch - EDC 34.0 |
| Condition: | Very good |
| Case: | Hardshell |
Details about GPSR:
Classical Guitar
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
Note: For antique guitars, the GPSR does not apply.
Video overview
While this guitar is sold, these are ready for you
-
Classical Guitars
The classical guitar, with its soft nylon strings and characteristic timbre, has become a symbol of chamber music, Spanish tradition, and concert repertoire. Its modern form was shaped by Antonio de Torres in the 19th century, setting the standard for the body, fan bracing, and the 65-centimeter scale length that are still used today. Instruments in this category open up a rich palette from the refined Romantic miniatures of Tárrega to the majestic concertos of Rodrigo. Here you will find guitars that preserve historical continuity and at the same time inspire new interpretations.Look all products of the collection -
Zbigniew Gnatek - 2023
Price: 11.990 €Unit price perLuthier: Zbigniew GnatekConstruction Type: Lattice -
ReservedAndreas Kraus - 2025-01 Double-Top
Price: 5.873,95 €Unit price perReservedConstruction Type: Double-Top Guitars -
Kenneth Brögger - 2025 Maple "Mosaic"
Price: 8.990 €Unit price perConstruction Type: Traditional -
Kenneth Brögger - 2026 Rosewood "Mosaic"
Price: 8.990 €Unit price perConstruction Type: Traditional -
José Salinas - 2026 Cedar 64 cm
Price: 5.033,61 €Unit price perLuthier: José SalinasConstruction Type: Traditional -
Lance Litchfield - 2015 C900/163
Price: 4.990 €Unit price perConstruction Type: Lattice -
Dario Garcia - 2026 Concierto Lattice
Price: 4.193,28 €Unit price perLuthier: Dario GarciaConstruction Type: Lattice -
Luthier: Dominique FieldConstruction Type: Traditional
-
Rafal Turkowiak - 2026 Opus Virtuoso No. 766
Price: 15.117,65 €Unit price perLuthier: Rafal TurkowiakConstruction Type: Double-Top Guitars -
Marcelo Barbero - 1955 Flamenca
Price on requestLuthier: Marcelo BarberoLuthier: Rare GuitarsConstruction Type: FlamencoConstruction Type: Traditional
