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Home / Shop / 1966 Rubio Concert RARE & COLLECTIBLE Brazilian/Spruce

1966 Rubio Concert RARE & COLLECTIBLE Brazilian/Spruce

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Status
Sold
Brand
Rubio, G.V.
Product Year
1966
Model
Concert
Serial #
74
New/Preowned
Preowned
SKU
1634
Condition
Excellent, no cracks, only light play wear in the French polish finish. All original and truly remarkable for it's age. Comes in a newer premium quality Ameritage Case.
Body Type(s)
Medium, Concert Classical
Back & Sides
Rosewood - Brazilian
Top
Spruce
Neck Wood
Cedar - Spanish
Bridge
Rosewood - Brazilian
Rosette
Mosaic
Top Trim
Violin Lines
Fingerboard
Ebony
Fingerboard Bindings
None
Fret Markers
None
Frets to Body
12
Headplate
Rosewood
Headstock Inlay
None
Body Bindings
Rosewood
Tuners
Nickel
Cutaway
None
Pickup
None, we can install one, ask about options
Body Length
19 in
Upper Bout
10.88 in
Lower Bout
14.13 in
Body Depth Heel
3.63 in
Body Depth Tail
3.88 in
Scale Length
25.75 in
Scale Length (mm)
654 mm
Nut Width
2.17 in
Nut Width (mm)
55 mm
String Spacing
2.32 in
String Spacing (mm)
59 mm
Weight
0 lb. 0 oz.
Case
Hardshell - Ameritage

This is one of the most rare concert guitars built by David Jose Rubio in 1966. The label reads No. 74, Jose Rubio Luthier, Ano. 1966. This would have been built in his Greenwich Village, NY shop in his early years when he was first discovered by Julian Bream. This is an all-original piece of historic significance and amazing tone. It’s easy to see (and hear) why many hold David Jose Rubio in such esteem. This is a very strong guitar that captures a rich, warm Spanish sound, all without abandoning traditional design. This instrument has a voice to satisfy the most demanding performing artist and will surely give its new owner years of joy.

This is one of the very finest sounding concert guitars I've played. Impeccable balance and articulation wrapped in deep warmth and character. It is historically significant in that this was built in Rubio's Greenwich Village shop just prior to he relocated to Julian Bream's estate in England. Luthier Paul Fischer speaks of David Jose Rubio in the highest regard and it's easy to understand upon playing an instrument such as this.
This is a wonderfully alive instrument. It has a sweetness that is very compelling and plays beautifully.
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Scale Length 25.75 in
Nut Width 2.17 in
String Spacing 2.32 in
Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian

This is one of the most rare concert guitars built by David Jose Rubio in 1966. The label reads No

This is one of the very finest sounding concert guitars I've played. Impeccable balance and articulation wrapped in deep warmth and character
This is a wonderfully alive instrument. It has a sweetness that is very compelling and plays beautifully.
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