2003 Jose Ramirez 1a Flamenca Blanca F656-A

**Negotiable price.

Near Mint, excellent condition 2003 Jose Ramirez 1A Signed by Amalia. No cracks. No repairs. Beautiful guitar, plays even more beautifully. Comes with hard case.

If you were to order this guitar directly from the Ramirez shop, it would cost you over $10,000.00. The Ramirez name carries a legacy that spans over a century, standing as a benchmark in the evolution of classical and flamenco guitar construction. This storied lineage of Spanish luthiers has played a pivotal role in shaping modern guitar design, producing instruments favored by some of the most influential artists across generations, including Andrés Segovia, Sabicas, Chet Atkins, Sting, Lee Ritenour, and Christopher Parkening.

This flamenco model represents the culmination of that expertise—an instrument meticulously crafted for high-level performance in both solo and ensemble flamenco contexts. Designed with the demands of professional players in mind, it offers exceptional responsiveness and dynamic range, enabling nuanced articulation whether in concert halls or traditional tablao settings.

Tonally, the guitar delivers a classic Andalusian character. The projection is immediate and powerful, with a dry, percussive attack that is essential for flamenco, yet balanced by a surprising degree of warmth and sustain. The bass response is firm and resonant, providing solid foundational depth without overpowering the upper registers. Treble notes are crisp, highly articulate, and maintain clarity even under aggressive rasgueado or picado techniques.

The instrument’s overall voicing is well-balanced, with excellent note separation and timbral consistency across registers. Its high responsiveness allows for fine dynamic control, while its setup ensures low action with minimal buzzing—ideal for the fast, intricate passages demanded in flamenco repertoire.

The guitar next to this one in the photo is a 1964 Arcangel Fernandez, also for sale. Check my other listing for it.