Fine Guitar Consultants Classical Guitar List 2

2001 Boaz Elkayam "Clarita Negra Flamenco"
The "Clarita Negra" design is a triumph for Boaz Elkayam. Though he builds superb traditional classical and flamenco guitars, his passion is for advancing flamenco and classical guitar in new directions. If you value round, sweet notes delivered with power and projection, read on: Boaz is 3rd generation in a family of violin and guitar luthiers. Using only planes, chisels, and knives, fingers on the wood at all times, Boaz's intuition and experience bring his work to the top tier of today's instruments. This particular guitar is made from a naturally fallen Giant Sequoia (Redwood). In an important way, both top and back solid Redwood plates function as sound boards. The side features a single sound port under the player's chin. The sides and back triangular insert are of old growth Brazilian Rosewood with generous portions of sap wood. The neck, hollowed for lightness, is hand carved ebony. Your hand glides smoothly across the bare wood, even if your hands perspire in the heat of your music! The frets are Delrin, minimizing string click and increasing string life with reduced abrasion (neither the ebony neck or Delrin features are available on new orders). The bass brace is virtually extended, so the fundamental note can be heard on the low E! The Ist and second harmonic has not been achievable prior to this, according to traditional acoustic construction. The result is thrilling. The condition of this guitar is "Very Good" It is made to be played with (almost) total abandon!
$14,000


(SOLD OUT 6 more next year) Boaz Elkayam Nylon String Travel Guitar Years ago, Boaz traveled around the world visiting luthiers, friends, and family. As a world traveler who knows how to pack lightly, Boaz brought along a small nylon string guitar. As he continued his travels, people fell in love with the shape, the sound...everything about it. He eventually took 61 orders for these guitars. Boaz made all 61 guitars by hand, working with no power tools, sometimes by candlelight. Standard scale length; nut width is 1 13/16". The overall body length is 34.5"--the depth: 1.5". Through Boaz's advanced construction techniques, the guitar has a surprisingly rich and loud sound for its size. AAA Master Grade Cedar top over Amazon Rosewood with a double reinforced laminated neck for extra stability. The body is concave on the back, for acoustic and comfort considerations. Traveling with this one is a joy and a half. $2,250 with a Boaz-made matched, light hard case.

1998 "Kasha/Schneider" designed Classical Guitar by Boaz Elkayam and George Majkowski. #5 of 10. Only 3 remain. The Guild of American Luthiers published a 2-part article on the making of this series of 10 guitars. They were made according to the Kasha/Schneider designs that were developed up to the time of Richard Schneider's death. Schneider dedicated his life to the research and devolopment of a modern guitar. He used construction methods that were not subject to some limitations of traditional methods. This guitar excels in playing characteristics, while representing an important development of guitar history. The 3 mm. top is made from a fallen Giant Sequoia Redwood that was more than 2000 years old! The back is quarter split cedar; the sides are of Brazilian Rosewood, and the neck is Honduran Mahogany. The tone is clear and warm, with an instant, even response. Concert volume is fully present, with 24 frets of clear treble notes available. The guitars built in this series were labor-intensive! The modest price offered makes the guitar accessible to players of limited means. Our appreciation to Boaz and the late George Majkowski for this caring tribute; may Schneider's (and Dr. Kasha's and Majkowski's) great work be carried on for the next generations! $8,800 with deluxe Ameritage case.




Unlike music stores that offer quantities of guitars of varying quality, you may assume that each instrument here at FGC has "The Magic." We seek them out and gather them in. This is the starting place from which we match each instrument with its player. For other instruments of all types shipping in soon, click here to view our "New Items" page. Flat tops, Archtops and electrics are interspersed on the Guitar Lists 1 through 8. Clicking on the small photos to the right of the descriptions will show you detailed views. Internet pictures cannot do these guitars justice. All guitars in Fine Guitar Consultants' inventory must pass our standards for mechanical perfection, heart and musicality. These instruments are exciting examples of the luthier's art--the cream of the cream. We accept US Money Orders, personal checks and wire transfers. Ask about trade-ins and financing.
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2002 Boaz Elkayam 7-String Clarita Negra Classical This is your rare chance to own a 7-string Clarita Negra. The side sound port lends extra enjoyment to the player, while the fundamental bass note on string 7 is there to play true bass line accompaniment. This is one of those "Brass Rings" you can grab for music! Boaz always names his guitars after women. We were honored to have this instrument named for our daughter Hilary. Adopt Hilary and claim the highest pleasure from your daily guitar practice and performance--even if it is at home for friends or family! Spruce top and spruce back. A triangle of maple leaves the decorative signature of Boaz's hand knife on the back of this light weight and responsive masterpiece. A dual Pick-Up The World passive pickup system is on board. $15,000 with custom Modern case (designed by Kurt Rodarmer for his 8-string Clarita Negra!)