Masaki Sakurai - 2025 Maestro-RF Cedar
Masaki Sakurai - 2025 Maestro-RF Cedar
Overview
Overview
About the luthier
Masaki Sakurai, a renowned Japanese guitar maker, is known for his exceptional craftsmanship and his contribution to the field of guitar making. He inherited his passion for guitar making from his uncle Masaru Kohno, who was one of the most respected guitar makers in Japan.
Sakurai started his career in the field of electrical engineering, but after graduating from Sophia University in 1967, he joined the family business “Kohno Guitar Manufacturing” to continue the legacy of his uncle. Over the years, he honed his skills and became a master of the craft.
In 1988, he won the prestigious first prize at the fourth international Paris Guitar Making Competition, which cemented his reputation as a world-class guitar maker. His guitars are highly sought after by musicians and collectors alike due to their impeccable craftsmanship and exceptional sound quality.
About the guitar
The Maestro model, the highest in the Sakurai-Kohno series, is regarded as one of Masaki Sakurai’s masterpieces. Crafted with the finest materials, it embodies the rich traditions of the Kohno family, combining exceptional craftsmanship with unparalleled musicality. Renowned for its ease of playability, powerful sound projection, and rich tonal palette, the Maestro model is a true concert-level instrument designed for the most discerning musicians.
Sakurai’s legacy continues to thrive through his exceptional guitars and the countless musicians inspired by his artistry. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest luthiers of his time, and his profound contributions to guitar making will be cherished for generations to come.
Watch the presentation video of this particular guitar below, where you will find a lot of additional information about its playability and sound.
| Luthier: | Masaki Sakurai |
| Construction year: | 2025 |
| Top: | Cedar |
| Back and sides: | Madagascar rosewood |
| Finish: | Cashew |
| Air body frequency: | G # / A |
| Scale: | 650 mm |
| Nut: | 51 mm |
| Weight: | 1820 grams |
| Tuners: | Gotoh |
| Strings: | Knobloch - EDC 34.0 |
| Condition: | New |
| Case: | Hardshell |
Details about GPSR:
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Masaki Sakurai, Nishi-Ikebukuro Toshima-ku, 5-27-20, 171-0021, Tokyo, Japan, https://www.kohno-guitar.org/, msakurai@kohno-guitar.org
Siccas Guitars GmbH, Roonstr. 31, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany, www.siccasguitars.com, info@siccasguitars.com
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Video overview
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