Charango of the Andes 1990's

A true emblem of traditional Andean music, this 1990s Andean charango carries forward centuries of craftsmanship and musical traditions rooted in the high plateaus of Bolivia and Peru.

Emerging in the Quechua and Aymara regions following the arrival of European stringed instruments in South America, the charango gradually established itself as one of the most representative instruments of Andean musical culture.

Developed primarily in Bolivia and Peru, it has accompanied popular celebrations, traditional ceremonies, and the folk repertoires of the Altiplano for generations.

Its compact format and remarkable harmonic richness have enabled it to endure through the centuries while preserving its unique sonic identity.

During the 1990s, the charango experienced renewed popularity thanks to the international recognition of world music, appealing equally to traditional musicians and artists involved in acoustic folk and contemporary fusion styles.

This 1990s Andean charango therefore represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire an authentic traditional instrument, combining cultural heritage, fine craftsmanship, and the iconic sounds of the Andean region of South America.

Technical specifications:

• Top: Spruce
• Body: One-piece Andean Walnut
• Neck: Andean Walnut
• Fingerboard: Andean Walnut
• Nut width: 49.5 mm
• Radius: Flat
• Frets: 16 frets (+1 zero fret)
• Scale length: 360 mm
• Neck profile: D
• Pickguard: Pearloid
• Country of manufacture: Andes
• Year: 1990s
• Finish: Natural
• Appointments: Binding around the top, rosette, and headstock / Pearloid protective plates on the upper section of the soundboard on either side of the rosette
• Details: Light signs of wear and non-original repair work / Repaired and stabilized top crack / Very good overall condition / Supplied with its gig bag

Like all our instruments, this charango has been professionally set up with great care.

As a result, it offers excellent playing comfort.

Rich in harmonics, warm, and highly expressive, this charango delivers an authentic and captivating voice that will appeal to musicians seeking a rare and inspiring tonal identity.

Its double courses produce a full, shimmering texture, particularly appreciated for accompanying vocals or enriching acoustic ensembles with a touch that is both exotic and deeply musical.

Its sound is distinguished by crystalline brilliance, a lively attack, and remarkable projection, instantly bringing the distinctive musical colors of the Andes to life.