Sakurai Kohno MAESTRO SPECIAL 2012

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[Condition]

While there are some minor scuffs and scratches, considering its age, this guitar is in excellent condition, showing signs of having been carefully played. String height is approximately 4.0mm at the 12th fret for the 6th string and approximately 3.0mm at the 12th fret for the 1st string. There is plenty of saddle material remaining, allowing for future string height adjustments. In addition to the label inside the body, a separate label with "MA-SPECIAL" printed on it is included.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience Sakurai Kohno's top-of-the-line model.

Please take this opportunity to get your hands on Sakurai Kohno's top-of-the-line model.

[Maestro Special]

This is a 2012 model of the "Maestro," the highest-end model of Sakurai Kohno guitars, made by Masayoshi Sakurai. It is a flagship model that combines the traditional manufacturing techniques inherited from Ken Kohno with the outstanding design and acoustic technology of Mr. Sakurai, who is internationally acclaimed. Made using carefully selected top-grade materials, this instrument boasts a well-balanced sound with rich and deep bass, transparent midrange, and extended and glossy treble. With its extremely fast attack, this guitar faithfully expresses the player's intentions, from delicate nuances to powerful forte. It excels not only in the beauty of single notes but also in the resonance of chords, producing a resonant tone that carries well even in large spaces such as halls and salons. A major attraction is the mature sound and rich overtones characteristic of a 2012 model, which has been properly played for many years, offering a refined sound that cannot be found in current models. Its playability is also noteworthy; its excellent response and stable neck condition ensure comfortable playing, making it a guitar that will satisfy a wide range of players, from professional musicians to advanced amateurs and even collectors. This is a superb concert classical guitar, truly a lifelong treasure, possessing the style and perfection befitting the Maestro name, the pinnacle of the Sakurai Kohno brand.

[Specifications]

Top: Spruce

Back & Sides: Madagascar Rosewood

Fingerboard: Ebony

Bridge: Madagascar Rosewood

Tuners: Gotoh 510 (Black Mother of Pearl)

Scale Length: 650mm

Masaru Kohno

Born in Mito in 1926

Began guitar making upon graduating from the Tokyo Higher School of Industrial Arts, Woodworking Department (now Chiba University, Architecture Department) in 1948

Traveled to Spain in 1960 to study guitar making

Winner of a gold medal at the International Guitar Competition (Queen Elisabeth Competition) in Belgium in 1967

Died December 13, 1998, from renal pelvis cancer

He began self-taught guitar making after making a guitar for his graduation project.

He dedicated his life to guitar making and the promotion of guitar music. He was also the founder of Gendai Guitar Co., Ltd.

Masaki Sakurai

Born in Tokyo in 1944

Graduated from Sophia University, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering in 1967. Joined Kohno Guitar Workshop at the same time.

First prize at the 4th Paris International Guitar Making Competition in 1988

Worked with the founder, Ken Kohno, for over 30 years. While inheriting Ken Kohno's designs,

he developed his own unique designs and established the Sakurai brand.

Passed away on July 20, 2025 (aged 81)

※Please note the color on your display might be slightly different from the actual color.

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