2005 Kohno Professional J - Classical Guitar
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Audio played by Al Petteway
Artists who play instruments by this builder: Julian Bream, Oscar Gighlia, Sharon Isbin
Masaki Sakurai is carrying on the wonderful Kohno tradition by building the most impeccable instruments as created by Masaru Kohno. This is a world class instrument, at once inspiring and humbling. We are always amazed at the clear and articulate voice of these Kohno guitars. This one has a wonderful set of Brazilian Rosewood that lends warmth to the voice. The trebles are lyrical and sweet and the basses are strong and round. This is superb world class concert guitar suitable for the highest caliber player.
Masaki Sakurai is carrying on the wonderful Kohno tradition by building the most impeccable instruments as created by Masaru Kohno. This is a world class instrument, at once inspiring and humbling. We are always amazed at the clear ...read full description
- Woods & Trim
- Back/Sides: Brazilian Rosewood
- Top Wood: spruce
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck Wood: Mahogany, 1 Piece
- Bridge: Brazilian Rosewood, String Through
- Rosette: Mosaic
- Binding: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Bindings: None
- Headplate: Brazilian Rosewood
- Headstock Bindings: None
- Headstock Inlay: None
- Top Trim: Wood Lines
- Back Strip: Rosewood
- Fret Markers: None
- Tuners: Van Gent
- Tuner Finish: Gold Etched With Pearl Buttons
- Measurements
- Body Size: Medium
- Scale: 650 mm (25.6 in.)
- Nut Width: 52 mm (2.05 in)
- String Spacing: 56.9 mm (2.25 in)
- Body Length: 19 in.
- Upper Bout: 11 1/4 in.
- Lower Bout: 14 1/2 in.
- Serial #: A0811
- Body Depth @Neck Heel: 3 3/4 in.
- Body Depth @Tail Block: 3 7/8 in.
- Frets to body: 12
- Extras
- Cutaway: None
- Pickguard: None
- Case: Humicase Metro
- Pickup: None
- Condition: Excellent
Player Reviews:
"We are constantly amazed at how consistent these Kohno guitars are. This was has the characteristic clear and articulate Kohno voice that made them famous years ago and continues to make them a popular choice for the demanding player. I personally love the combination of sweetness, clarity and power and the playability is superb. Easy tension and wonderful action. Top notch." - Paul Heumiller
"This is a wonderful sounding instrument with lots of reserve power and a bright, clear tone." - Al Petteway
