Gerhard Oldiges - 2015 La Sesenta
About the luthier
Gerhard Oldiges is a German luthier known for his meticulous approach and deep engagement with the traditions of Spanish guitar making. His instruments reflect a thorough understanding of early 20th-century models while being constructed with modern precision. Drawing on historical techniques and aesthetics, Oldiges creates guitars that combine tonal purity, visual elegance, and structural clarity. His work is particularly appreciated by players and collectors who seek a historically rooted voice shaped by contemporary craftsmanship.
About the guitar
This 2015 instrument by Gerhard Oldiges, "La Sesenta", is a traditional concert guitar inspired by foundational figures of classical guitar making such as Antonio de Torres and Manuel Ramírez. Designed with refined tonal ideals in mind, it retains the clarity, warmth, and intimate projection associated with early 20th-century instruments. The spruce soundboard and Brazilian rosewood back and sides are brought together in a lightweight build that speaks with directness and lyrical complexity. The body resonance, tuned to F sharp, supports a deep and stable fundamental across registers, while the balance between voices is tightly controlled. What sets this guitar apart is its capacity to offer the expressive range and dynamic headroom required by contemporary performers, without compromising its traditional aesthetic and tonal integrity. It is a guitar conceived with respect for the past, yet voiced for the concert stages of today.
Condition
The guitar is in excellent condition, showing only minimal signs of playing wear. Finish and structure remain pristine, with no repairs or alterations.
Original: $13,826.09
-70%$13,826.09
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About the luthier
Gerhard Oldiges is a German luthier known for his meticulous approach and deep engagement with the traditions of Spanish guitar making. His instruments reflect a thorough understanding of early 20th-century models while being constructed with modern precision. Drawing on historical techniques and aesthetics, Oldiges creates guitars that combine tonal purity, visual elegance, and structural clarity. His work is particularly appreciated by players and collectors who seek a historically rooted voice shaped by contemporary craftsmanship.
About the guitar
This 2015 instrument by Gerhard Oldiges, "La Sesenta", is a traditional concert guitar inspired by foundational figures of classical guitar making such as Antonio de Torres and Manuel Ramírez. Designed with refined tonal ideals in mind, it retains the clarity, warmth, and intimate projection associated with early 20th-century instruments. The spruce soundboard and Brazilian rosewood back and sides are brought together in a lightweight build that speaks with directness and lyrical complexity. The body resonance, tuned to F sharp, supports a deep and stable fundamental across registers, while the balance between voices is tightly controlled. What sets this guitar apart is its capacity to offer the expressive range and dynamic headroom required by contemporary performers, without compromising its traditional aesthetic and tonal integrity. It is a guitar conceived with respect for the past, yet voiced for the concert stages of today.
Condition
The guitar is in excellent condition, showing only minimal signs of playing wear. Finish and structure remain pristine, with no repairs or alterations.