1984 Contreras I, Manuel Concierto 1a Especial - Classical Guitar
Here's a 1984 1a Double Top (Tapa) from Manuel Contreras Sr. With dark Brazilian Rosewood sides and back and a deep and rich-looking Red Cedar top. The Double Top design by Manuel Contreras I incorporates a Cedar lining on the back to add project and volume. This one is in extremely good condition for it's age, clearly loved and cared for. Her sound is warm and rich, yet clear as a bell. A new one from Manuel Contreras II is $15,000 making this rare find from his father very special.
Audio played by Al Petteway
Artists who play instruments by this builder: Pepe Romero, Angel Romero, Celedonio & Celin Romero, Jorge Cardoso, Atahualpa Yupanqui, Jose Maria Gallardo del Rey, Carlos Perez, Iliana Matos, Eduardo Baranzano, Andrei Parfinovich, Ayrtem Dervoed, Miguel Angel Girollet, Ernesto Cordero
Here's a 1984 1a Double Top (Tapa) from Manuel Contreras Sr. With dark Brazilian Rosewood sides and back and a deep and rich-looking Red Cedar top. The Double Top design by Manuel Contreras I incorporates a Cedar lining on the back to add project and volume. This one is in extremely good condition for it's age, clearly loved and cared for. Her sound is warm and rich, yet clear as a bell. A new one from Manuel Contreras II is $15,000 making this rare find from his father very special.
- Woods & Trim
- Back/Sides: Brazilian Rosewood Double Top (Tapa), Cedar-lined Back
- Top Wood: Red Cedar
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck Wood: Spanish Cedar
- Bridge: Brazilian Rosewood
- Rosette: Mosaic
- Binding: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Bindings: None
- Headplate: Brazilian Rosewood
- Headstock Bindings: None
- Headstock Inlay: None
- Top Trim: Violin Lines
- Back Strip: Rosewood
- Fret Markers: None
- Tuners: Fustero
- Tuner Finish: Gold with Pearloid Buttons
- Measurements
- Body Size: Medium
- Scale: 25 1/2 mm (25.5 in.)
- Nut Width: 2 1/20 mm (2.05 in)
- String Spacing: 2 8/33 mm (2.25 in)
- Body Length: 19 1/2 in.
- Upper Bout: 11 1/4 in.
- Lower Bout: 14 3/4 in.
- Body Depth @Neck Heel: 4 in.
- Body Depth @Tail Block: 4 1/4 in.
- Frets to body: 12
- Extras
- Cutaway: None
- Pickguard: None
- Case: Hardshell Case
- Pickup: None
- Condition: Excellent, just light play wear. Very clean for it's age. Setup is perfect and lots of saddle remains for future adjustment.
Player Reviews:
"While we were processing this guitar Steven Walter, head of guitar at Furman University, stopped by and enjoyed this instrument. Hearing him play it one can readily sense the power of the Double Top design. This one fills the room with passionate notes and inspires all who hold it. If you are seeking a truly special instrument be sure to listen to this one. " - Paul Heumiller
"Here's a warm and articulate Spanish vibe with lovely overtones, a very pleasant midrange, and really good balance. Dig deeply into this guitar and you will be rewarded with clear and musical tones that are never harsh or brittle. " - Al Schlimm
