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Manuel Contreras I - 1966 - 66 cm
Manuel Contreras I - 1966 - 66 cm
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Manuel Contreras I
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Manuel González Contreras (1928–1994) was one of the most significant Spanish guitar makers of the 20th century. Initially trained as a cabinetmaker, he entered the guitar world under the guidance of José Ramírez III, working in his workshop between 1959 and 1962. He then founded his own workshop, where he would develop a distinctive approach to classical guitar construction. His legacy was continued by his son Pablo Manuel Contreras (1957–2011), making the Contreras name synonymous with refined craftsmanship and Spanish tonal identity. A comprehensive feature in Orfeo Magazine No. 3 offers valuable insights into their contributions to lutherie.About the guitar
This 1966 classical guitar by Manuel Contreras I is a fine early example of his independent work, constructed just four years after the opening of his own workshop. Built in the traditional style, it features a 660 mm scale length paired with a spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, producing a vibrant and resonant sound with excellent tonal separation. The guitar weighs only 1445 grams, making it exceptionally lightweight and highly responsive with a quick and articulate attack. The woods are beautifully grained, showcasing both the visual refinement and careful material selection typical of Contreras’ craftsmanship. The air body resonance lies between F# and G, which complements its bright and punchy sonic profile. The guitar retains its original Fustero tuners, adding to its authenticity and value. Notably, the instrument exhibits a strong Spanish identity with crisp basses and brilliant clarity across the registers, embodying the classic aesthetic and sound palette for which Contreras became known.Condition
This guitar is in excellent condition, remarkable for an instrument of its age. It has been carefully maintained and retains its structural integrity and tonal vibrancy.
Otto Rauch is a German guitar maker from the small town of Obermoschel in Rheinland-Pfalz. With over 35 years of experience as a guitar maker, he is one of the German pioneers of double-top construction. After repairing a Matthias Dammann guitar in the early 1990s, Otto Rauch began building doubel-top guitars. At first, he used cedar struts and then a balsa core, a construction he continued to develop over the years. While helping a friend set up his violin making business, Otto Rauch came across the name of the 18th century Venetian violin maker Domenico Montagnana. His cellos are praised for their dark tone, fantastic sound volume and enigmatic construction. As these three attributes reflect Otto’s construction, he adopted the name, and the Domenico Montagnana model was born.
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