1977 Kohno 15 - Classical Guitar
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Audio played by Al Petteway
Artists who play instruments by this builder: Julian Bream, Oscar Gighlia, Sharon Isbin
A great Model no. 15 guitar from Masaru Kohno. Kohno guitars always have a consistent ease of playability and powerful tone that makes them hard to put down. This guitar is no exception. The Rosewood back and sides and Spruce Top combine with the comfortable Mahogany neck to make for one exceptional overall instrument. Rich, round tones and smooth action all the way up the neck.
A great Model no. 15 guitar from Masaru Kohno. Kohno guitars always have a consistent ease of playability and powerful tone that makes them hard to put down. This guitar is no exception. The Rosewood ...read full description
- Woods & Trim
- Back/Sides: Indian Rosewood
- Top Wood: Spruce
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck Wood: Mahogany
- Bridge: Rosewood
- Rosette: Mosaic
- Binding: Brazilian
- Fingerboard Bindings: None
- Headplate: Brazilian
- Headstock Bindings: None
- Headstock Inlay: None
- Top Trim: Wood Lines
- Back Strip: Brazilian/Wood Lines
- Fret Markers: None
- Tuners: Gotoh
- Tuner Finish: Gold Etched With Pearl Buttons
- Measurements
- Body Size: Medium
- Scale: 657.352 mm (25.9 in.)
- Nut Width: 52.8 mm (2.1 in)
- String Spacing: 56.896 mm (2.25 in)
- Body Length: 19 3/16 in.
- Upper Bout: 11 1/4 in.
- Lower Bout: 14 7/16 in.
- Serial #: N/A
- Body Depth @Neck Heel: 3 13/16 in.
- Body Depth @Tail Block: 3 13/16 in.
- Frets to body: 12
- Extras
- Cutaway: None
- Pickguard: None
- Case: OHSC
- Pickup: None
- Condition: Good. Chip on back of headstock.Very light picking wear near soundhole. Two finish chips in bass side lower bout. Slight finish cracks near arm rest area of lower bout.
Player Reviews:
"This No. 15 model Kohno guitar is perfect for the player who's seeking excellent tone and ease of play and doesn't mind a few cosmetic flaws. This guitar offers a ton of tone and excellent feel for a great price. Perfect for the student or serious player." - Paul Heumiller
