2002 Hauser Guitars Segovia - Classical Guitar
From the famed Reisbach workshop established by his Grandfather Hermann Hauser I, Hermann Hauser III is continuing the legacy of the finest German concert guitars in the world. Combining the knowledge learned first hand from an early age with his deep study of the needs of modern players Hauser III guitars offer the best of both worlds, old and new. This beautiful Segovia Model guitar has the unmistakenly clarity that is the hallmark of the Hauser sound. Everything is clear and separate and it is easy to shape the tone and power of each note. The playability of this particular instrument is superb and it has been well cared for. The Spruce top is now alive and speaking fully, offering the player and wonderful palate of colors and emotion.
Audio played by Al Petteway
Artists who play instruments by this builder: Andres Segovia, Pepe Romero
From the famed Reisbach workshop established by his Grandfather Hermann Hauser I, Hermann Hauser III is continuing the legacy of the finest German concert guitars in the world. Combining the knowledge learned first hand from an early age with his deep study of the needs of modern players Hauser III guitars offer the best of both worlds, old and new. This beautiful Segovia Model guitar has the unmistakenly clarity that is the hallmark of the Hauser sound. Everything is clear and separate and it is easy to shape the tone and power of each note. The playability of this particular instrument is superb and it has been well cared for. The Spruce top is now alive and speaking fully, offering the player and wonderful palate of colors and emotion.
- Woods & Trim
- Back/Sides: Brazilian Rosewood
- Top Wood: German Spruce
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck Wood: Spanish Cedar
- Bridge: Brazilian, String Through
- Rosette: Birdsfoot
- Binding: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Bindings: Rosewood
- Headplate: Brazilian Rosewood
- Headstock Bindings: None
- Headstock Inlay: None
- Top Trim: Wood Lines
- Back Strip: Rosewood
- Fret Markers: None
- Tuners: Landstorfer - Reischl
- Tuner Finish: Gold Etched With Pearl Buttons
- Measurements
- Body Size: Medium
- Scale: 25 1/2 mm (25.5 in.)
- Nut Width: 2 3/32 mm (2.1 in)
- String Spacing: 2 8/33 mm (2.25 in)
- Body Length: 19 1/8 in.
- Upper Bout: 11 in.
- Lower Bout: 14 3/8 in.
- Serial #: 517
- Body Depth @Neck Heel: 3 3/4 in.
- Body Depth @Tail Block: 4 in.
- Frets to body: 12
- Extras
- Cutaway: None
- Pickguard: None
- Case: OHSC
- Pickup: None
- Condition: Excellent but for light play wear, 2 small string marks behind bridge, few marks on back.
Player Reviews:
"We've all heard Hauser guitars, but to play one is a sublime experience. This guitar is unbelievably expressive and capable of tonal shapes that will satisfy the finest players. A spruce top with years of music put through it is a wonderful tool, and this top can offer you everything, sweetness, power and clarity to spare. There are few equals for an instrument such as this." - Paul Heumiller
"One of the best classicals you can buy, this Hauser is no exception." - Al Petteway
"I am stunned by the tones this guitar produces. There is depth and clarity, and amazing personality in every note. Whoever gets this guitar is getting the very best." - Steven Dembroski
