1964 José Ramírez Flamenco Guitar SP/CY

This authentic 1964 José Ramírez flamenco guitar, built in Madrid, represents a golden era of Spanish guitar craftsmanship. Light, responsive, and full of character, it delivers the unmistakable dry, percussive attack and warm overtones that define the traditional flamenco sound.

Constructed during the period when the Ramírez workshop was producing instruments for many of Spain’s greatest players, this guitar is a superb example of their mid-century flamenco work—designed for the stage, made to be played.

Specifications:

Top: Solid spruce – aged beautifully for resonance and tonal richness

Back & Sides: Spanish cypress – lightweight, bright, and punchy

Neck: Spanish cedar

Fretboard: Ebony

Scale Length: 664mm

Nut Width: 52mm

Tuners: fursto limited edition

Finish: Traditional French polish (with natural wear)

Case: Hard case included

Tonal Qualities:

This guitar has a dry, fast flamenco voice, with a snappy attack, warm mids, and singing trebles. The aged wood and decades of playing have opened up its tone, giving it a unique character that modern instruments simply cannot replicate.

Condition:

Overall, the guitar remains in very good vintage condition. It shows the honest wear and patina of a working instrument—expected from a 60-year-old flamenco guitar—but remains structurally sound and performance-ready. Any historic repairs or refinishing have been professionally carried out, preserving its original charm and playability. the headstock has some crack but fixed already.

A Rare Opportunity

José Ramírez flamenco guitars from the 1960s are increasingly sought after for their tone, heritage, and connection to Spain’s rich musical tradition. This is more than an instrument—it’s a piece of flamenco history.