Hermanos Conde 1989 “Faustino Conde” Paco de Lucia special - Flamenca Negra - the best of the best

Hermanos Conde 1989 Paco de Lucía flamenco guitar - legendary Conde sound from the Faustino Conde period

This Hermanos Conde 1989 Paco de Lucía flamenco guitar is an outstanding example of classic Conde construction and bears the original signature of Paco de Lucía. Faustino Conde and his brothers had a decisive influence on flamenco history; after Paco de Lucía switched to Conde in the late 60s/early 70s, their type of instrument shaped the sound of an entire generation. This instrument follows exactly that tradition: built with the best materials and the meticulous craftsmanship that has made Conde guitars legendary.
Although Faustino Conde died in 1988, this guitar can be attributed to his creative period and the label also bears his signature from this time.

The top is made from fine cedar, the back and sides from selected rosewood, the scale length is 664 mm with a nut width of 53 mm. In terms of sound, the guitar displays the typical duality expected of large Conde instruments: a fast, percussive attack with expressive, powerful basses and singing, assertive trebles. Played gently, it develops warm, full vocal tones; when pushed, it awakens the famous „bark“ and the assertiveness that is essential for classical flamenco.

The playability is excellent: straight neck, perfectly adjusted intonation and a very comfortable string action (measured 2.8 mm on the E-string and 2.1 mm on the E-string at the 12th fret), so that the guitar responds immediately and effortlessly. The condition is good - no cracks or repair-related defects, just the usual, benevolent signs of use of a well-played instrument legend. The guitar has been refinished with shellac and the tuners are new. The guitar comes with a good guitar case from the period.

For flamenco players looking for the authentic Conde sound and for collectors who prefer a signed instrument by Paco de Lucía, this Hermanos Conde 1989 Paco de Lucía flamenco guitar is a rare and impressive opportunity: a masterful, ready-to-play concert instrument with true historical radiance.

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