Christopher Dean (1997)

European Spruce
Indian rosewood
650mm string length
52mm nut width
Action 4mm bass 3mm treble
5 fan strut construction at 1.45kg
F#/G body resonance
Lower bout 36cm
Upper bout 28cm
Schaller machines
French polish finish

JUST SOLD A fine crack free example by the British luthier from Oxford numbered 241.

Born in 1958 Christopher Dean is much respected as one of England’s finest makers of top class concert guitars, following in the line of David Rubio and Paul Fischer. His guitars have been played by many leading players such as the Eden Stell Duo. You can read more:
http://www.deanguitars.co.uk/

His own words tell us all we really need know:
“I’m passionate about making guitars. The transformation, as if by some form of alchemy, of beautiful but inert wood into a vibrant instrument with its own individual characteristics and personality, still fascinates and delights me. The result that I seek to achieve is a guitar that looks and sounds intuitively ‘right’ in all its proportions and aspects, and will exceed its new owner’s expectations in every way.” – Christopher Dean

The above certainly applies here.

This guitar has an exceptionally rich bold sound and a generous volume, being a matured played in instrument. It has a very comfortable neck making it effortless to play. The condition is good for a guitar of this age. Frets have been dressed recently. There are two small indents to the front, one on the neck (filled to protect the wood by Steven Eden) and a few standard marks to the back. (Ask for close up pics).

Includes Hiscox hard case on good condition.
£3500.00

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