1964 Manuel Velazquez #V1-R64-01 Spruce CSARW 650mm

Description

1964 Manuel Velazquez #V1-R64-01 Spruce CSARW 650mm

Features

Model	1964 Manuel Velazquez #V1-R64-01 Spruce CSARW 650mm
Condition	Excellent to VG – see below for comments
Scale	650 mm
Finish	Standard Velazquez Varnish
Tuners	Landstorfer Machines – original
Case	Original MV Black – pre-owned in good shape

Tone Woods

Top	Select Master Grade German Spruce Bear Claw
Sides/Back	Brazilian RW – CITES not available
Neck	Mahogany
Bridge	Ebony
Head Plate	Jacaranda
Fingerboard	Ebony
Bindings & Purfling	Maples and Rosewoods

Measurements

Nut Width	53.5mm
String Spacing	45.5mm-51mm-58.5mm @ 1st fret – 12th fret – bridge
Overall length	39 1/4″
Body length	19 1/8″
Upper bout width	11 1/4″
Lower bout width	14 1/2″
Waist Width	9 3/8″
Body depths	3 13/16″ & 4 1/16″
Action	3.75mm & 3.1mm at low E to high E, 12th fret, unfretted
Guitar Weight	3lbs. & 9oz.
CITES	Ineligible due to the nature of the Brazilian RW – please read link to the left

1964 Manuel Velazquez #V1-R64-01 Spruce CSARW 650mm

Comments:

First, the guitar is magnificent in her play and her musicality.  Literally, nothing else could be said to convince further.  Deep basses to high lilting trebles with enviable balance.  She is an incredibly musical guitar, seriously lyrical.

Second, I say Excellent to Very Good condition at 85%+.  This is me being picayune.  It is probably much better.  There is one repaired crack along the soundboard, bass side running with the grain to the rosette.  This is the story of the guitar and it starts with Manuel Velazquez himself repairing the crack, addressing the fret board and frets in a 9 year span.  There are 2 cleats within, a new board, and obviously new frets, set up to perfection.

The guitar is accompanied by a photo of the owner with his daughter and MV.  There is a letter, signed by MV, declaring the provenance of the guitar, dated, with his own evaluation of said value.  This dated in 2013 when the owner finally retrieved the guitar from MV down here in Florida.

Slight and honest play wear, treble side of the rosette, finish issues are non-existent after a good polishing and buffing, all very typical, all expected given her almost 62 years of life.  Photos will clearly display anything you need to see.

The Bear Claw on this Spruce is magnificent, shimmering, giving the guitar an almost 3-D affect with an absolutely beautiful patina to the top.

Also, Rio Rosewood, CSA etc is another way of saying Brazilian Rosewood.  Thus, the guitar is NOT eligible for International Shipping.  You may come to the gallery and take possession of her, but she will not be shipped Internationally.  This is said with zero exception.  If you choose to have it shipped across USA borders, this is a 100% risk on your part, where we will not be held liable in any way, shape or form.  Once the guitar leaves my gallery, it is yours.  I say this plainly so there is no mistake.  I speak this way 100% of the time, I mean what I say, I say what I mean, philosophy.

What is also unusual about this guitar is that it is clearly a period of time in MV’s career where he was not allowed to build his concert guitars, due to contractual obligations.  If you are aware of his history, you know of what I speak.  Thus, this guitar is quite rare, where she may be 1 of 10 or so concert instruments from this time period, thus the V1 designation, as he was not allowed to build, never mind sign said guitars.  The ebony board and the Brazilian Rosewood are the other dead giveaways!?  LOL

The guitar is opening up, playing beautifully.  She has an ancient lyrical voice, in that ever so special Velazquez way, making music like few other guitars.  This is a studio recording dream guitar.

The guitar is strung with Savage Classical Guitar Strings – Normal Tension.

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Media

MP3 Audio – Coming Soon – she is an angel to play, from touch and feel, to musical expression and color.  A beautiful guitar!

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Shipping:

Premium Single Arch Top or Double Arch HSC is always included in your purchase price.

Your listed Price does NOT include Shipping to the 50US

Please note that as a Global Statement for my site, for Tuning machines, Accessories, and most guitars, that Shipping is NOT Free any longer.  Costs have gone up dramatically.  Regardless of what or where you might read on the site, shipping is not free any longer.  Choose the least expensive method, if available, or Expedited if you want them quicker.  My apologies.  Rich

Please DO NOT Choose USPS Media Mail to ship a guitar or a Hard Shell Case – this shipping method is designed for Media, Books, CDS, DVDs, etc.  

Please  choose UPS 2nd Day Air or Ground Delivery or any Expedited Method.  The more expensive a guitar, the more likely you should choose a 1 or 2 day method.  It’s pure common sense, especially when it is too hot or too cold outside.  

 I have added numerous options for you to choose the cost and method, including USPS Priority and Express, as well as FedEx/UPS options (simply indicate your preference in the Notes window at Check Out).  Thank you!

Anywhere else is subject to the most recent quote from USPS
Please write to me for a detailed quote for International Shipping.
Packaging is professionally done within its hard-shell case.
It is always preferred that you come to the Studio to play it and pick it up.

All concert level guitars come with a standard accessory package including extras sets of strings, humidifier, headstock tuner, and more to help you care for and maintain your classical guitar.  Rich

Warranty:

This classical guitar carries NO warranty as it is Pre-Owned

Please read my Return Policy

Please inquire using email or phone (Contact Me)

Email me directly if you need more info: rich at savageclassical.com