Santos Bayon - 1990 - 66 cm
Santos Bayon - 1990 - 66 cm
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Overview
Overview
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Details about GPSR
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About the luthier
Santos Hernandez Rodriguez crafted his very first guitar under his own name in 1903, in his apartment at Madrid’s Plaza de Nicolas Salmerón, historically known as Plaza del Rastro. Dubbed “El Bombon,” this guitar was intended for his personal use. Throughout the early 20th century, Santos primarily worked for Manuel Ramirez and, from 1916, for Ramirez’s widow. By 1921, he received a license for his own workshop at Calle Aduana 27, although some guitars prior to this date bore the Plaza de Nicolas Salmerón address. Notably, a rosewood guitar dating from as early as 1918 already featured the Aduana label, indicating early ownership of the location. Following a reordering of house numbers in 1932, the address was changed to Aduana 23, which remained the site of Santos’s famed guitar workshop.About the guitar
This guitar is a truly beautiful instrument that embodies the spirit of Santos Hernández. It features clear and brilliant trebles, exceptional overall balance, and deep, supportive basses. The clarity of the first string is particularly noteworthy, making this guitar especially well-suited for polyphonic repertoire. Furthermore, it has ample volume, ensuring it performs well in any playing situation — from intimate settings to concert halls. A perfect fusion of elegance, tradition, and concert-level performance.Condition
This guitar is in excellent condition with only light signs of play, such as minor wear to the top from normal fingernail contact.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.