José Ramírez III Clase 1a — 1978

A beautiful José Ramírez III Clase 1a from 1978, an excellent example of the classic Madrid-made Spanish guitar tradition.

The Clase 1a represents one of the important professional models from the José Ramírez III era, and this 1978 instrument offers the combination of a traditional Spanish construction, a generous 54 mm classical-guitar neck and a full 664 mm scale. Big sound, lovely round basses and oh so sweet trebles. It‘s got that mysterious Ramirez presence in the low mids. A true legendart Spanish guitar.

Specifications :

• Maker: José Ramírez III
• Model: Clase 1a
• Year: 1978
• Country: Spain
• Nut width: approx. 54 mm
• Scale length: approx. 664 mm
• String height: approx. 2.7 mm (1st string) / 3.6 mm (6th string)
• Neck: Almost straight
• Tuners: Fully working
• Fret condition: Approximately 80% remaining
• Case: New from Adalid
  

Condition :

The guitar is in good playing condition for its age. The neck is almost straight, the tuners are functioning properly, and the frets retain approximately 80% of their original material.

As expected from a guitar dating from 1978, there are minor scratches and scuffs from normal use. These are cosmetic and consistent with the instrument’s age and history. Overall, it’s in excellent condition for its age. The hand-applied varnish gained a very nice patina and it gives this masterful guitar a lot of soul.

A very interesting opportunity for a player or collector looking for an authentic vintage José Ramírez III.

A genuine 1978 Spanish classical guitar with character, history and the unmistakable appeal of the José Ramírez tradition.