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Norbert Ulbrich - 2004 Nr. 20

Norbert Ulbrich - 2004 Nr. 20

Overview

The 2004 Norbert Ulbrich No. 20 is a work of melodic art, painstakingly crafted by the esteemed luthier Norbert Ulbrich of Berlin. As a seasoned guitar player himself, Ulbrich is renowned for infusing his musical experience into his craft, resulting in instruments that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also ergonomic and highly playable.

This particular guitar features a spruce soundboard, a revered material in the world of guitar-making, admired for its ability to produce bright and dynamic tonal properties. Complementing the spruce top, the back and sides of this instrument are lovingly constructed from stunning maple, which contributes significantly to the guitar's unique, creamy and velvety tonal characteristics. The beautiful interplay of spruce and maple results in a concert instrument that performs as beautifully as it looks.

Being a preloved instrument, the 2004 Norbert Ulbrich No. 20 bears the marks of its musical journey, showcasing a characterful patina from its years of play. A notable feature is a 7cm stripe on the maple back, which has been expertly repaired and replaced, bearing testament to the guitar's enduring resilience and the painstaking care taken to maintain its integrity.

Despite its few battle scars, this guitar is more than just a well-used instrument; it is a cost-effective concert instrument, boasting the meticulous attention to detail only possible from a guitar handcrafted by a single artisan. The 2004 Norbert Ulbrich No. 20 is a tangible representation of Norbert Ulbrich's dedication to creating guitars that inspire, intrigue, and imbue every strum with a sense of musical majesty.

Watch the presentation video of this particular guitar below, where you will find a lot of additional information about its playability and sound.

Luthier: Norbert Ulbrich
Construction year: 2004
Top: Spruce
Back and sides: Maple
Scale: 650 mm
Nut: 53 mm
Weight: 1240 grams
Air body frequency: F#/G
Tuners: Rubner
Strings: Knobloch EDC 34.0
Case: Eastman used
Condition: Excellent
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Video overview

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