Richard Jacob Weissgerber - 1940 34. 1./7.
Richard Jacob Weissgerber - 1940 34. 1./7.
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About the luthier
Richard Jacob Weissgerber was one of the most prolific and versatile German luthiers of the twentieth century. His artistic creativity and meticulous craftsmanship resulted in an impressive output of around 3500 instruments, making him one of the significant figures of his era. His guitars are renowned for their individuality in both design and construction, combining German precision with tonal qualities that captivated players and collectors alike. Weissgerber’s work reflects a deep understanding of traditional European guitar making, while his unique approach ensured a distinctive voice within the instrument’s history.
About the guitar
This Richard Jacob Weissgerber from 1940 is a Simplicio model with a spruce top and flamed maple back and sides, built with a lightness that gives the instrument an immediate and articulate response. Its voice is marked by excellent clarity, beautiful overtones and a refined transparency that lets each register speak with precision. The sound has a quick, lively attack and a graceful palette of colours, making the guitar especially appealing for players who value nuance, definition and a close connection between touch and tone. The pearwood bridge is a rare choice by this maker and adds an unusual visual and historical detail to an already individual instrument. With its 650 mm scale and 51 mm nut width, it offers familiar playing proportions while preserving the character of a historic German guitar with a distinctly personal design language.
Condition
The guitar is in very good condition, with normal wear in line with its age. A hairline crack on the top has been professionally repaired. The tuners and French polish finish remain in original condition.
Regular care extends the life of the instrument
Even with careful use, a classical guitar may gradually change in appearance or respond to unstable storage conditions. Have a close look at your guitar regularly and be attentif to changes. If your instrument is suffering from its environement, it will let you know.
Protect Your Guitar: Handle with Care
Be mindful when touching your instrument with greasy or unwashed hands: any skin contact is a small attack on the varnish. Of course, a guitar is made to be played, but taking a few precautions helps preserve its beauty: wash your hands before playing, wear long sleeves, and avoid unnecessary direct skin contact with the body of the instrument.
Pro tip: Avoid playing with a button-up shirt, heavy jewelry, or a belt, as these can scratch the guitar. Also, make sure your guitar case is free of any objects that could damage the instrument during storage.
String care
A good habit to adopt is wiping down your strings briefly after each playing session. This small action significantly extends their lifespan and helps maintain a consistent, comfortable feel under your fingers.
Most importantly, clean strings are essential for keeping your instrument in tune. Corrosion, sweat, and dust can affect the uniformity of the strings and interfere with accurate tuning across the entire fingerboard.
Pro tip: If you're having trouble getting your guitar in tune, it might be time to change the strings. A useful test is to compare the pitch of the 12th fret harmonic with the fretted note at the 12th fret; if there's an unusually large gap between them, your strings may have lost their integrity and should be replaced.
Keep Your Shellac Finish Shining!
Got a guitar with a shellac (French polish) finish? Here's a simple trick: Take a clean microfiber cloth and gently breathe on the surface to create a light mist. Then, softly rub to remove fingerprints, sweat, and grease. That’s usually all it takes to keep it looking great, no products needed!
Pro tip: Every few years, treat your guitar to a check-up with a luthier to keep it in top shape.
Storing Your Guitar: Climate Matters
Your guitar can safely stay outside its case, as long as the surrounding environment maintains 42–55% humidity and a temperature between 18–25°C.
Keep in mind that humidity levels can still fluctuate inside the case, especially during seasonal changes.
- Too much humidity may cause overtightened strings and a dull tone.
- Too little humidity can lead to a bulging top, string buzz, or even cracks.
Avoid placing your guitar near radiators, air conditioners, or windows with direct sunlight.
Pro tip: Always close your guitar case while playing. This helps preserve a stable microclimate inside the case, so your instrument is protected the moment you put it back in.