Jose Romanillos (1974)

European Spruce
Indian rosewood
655mm string length
52mm nut width
Action 4mm bass 3mm treble
7 fan strut construction at 1416g
F body resonance
Lower bout 35cm
Upper bout 28cm
French polish finish

A chance to own a wonderful musical instrument, made by the world famous maker José Luis Romanillos Vega (1932-2022).

Romanillos moved from Madrid to England in 1956. His first inspiration was that of Antonio de Torre and he later wrote what is considered to be a difinitive book about him. He became best known making guitars for Julian Bream in Semley, including the guitar made in 1973 just one year before this one. Bream had a long love affair with the instrument and recorded and performed on it for many years calling it the 'Stadavari' of the guitar'.

This guitar No.505, was made for the Spanish Guitar Centre in London but not sold by them, as snapped up immediately by the well known teacher at the centre Simon Munting. The guitars has had one other owner since and it has been very well cared for. Thert are no cracks (other than in the polish to one side) or major marks - just a few minor nail marks and scuffs. The guitar has been serviced recently by Kevin Aram including a re-fret.

Sound wise, it is as you expect, free, open, balanced, pure, sweet toned with plenty of power. It is very comfortable to play.

Other fine players to have played Romanillos are Sérgio and Eduardo Abreu, Carlos Bonell, Gilbert Biberian and Antigoni Goni.

An incredible musical instrument and fine investment.

Includes original hard case in good usable condition.

POA

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