Helmut Hanika - - Classical guitar - Germany - 1966

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1966 Helmut Hanika concert guitar, an early master instrument from Germany, signed by Helmut Hanika and fully playable with new strings.

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Concert guitar – Helmut Hanika – signed – year 1966 – Germany

Rare early concert guitar from the workshop of the German luthier Helmut Hanika, handwritten signed and dated 1966. An authentic and rare instrument from the early master phase of the later internationally renowned manufacturer Hanika.

Features

Year of manufacture: 1966

Guitar maker: Helmut Hanika (handwritten signature in the body)

Origin: Germany

Model: early master instrument

Measurement: approx. 650 mm

Saddle width: approximately 52–54 mm.

Ceiling: solid spruce

Floor & frames: mahogany

Neck: mahogany, three-part.

Fretboard: Rosewood

Bridge: Rosewood

Mechanics: original from the 1960s


state

The instrument is fully playable and was recently fitted with new strings.
Typical signs of age and use are present, especially on the top as well as old glue marks on the bridge. The guitar is structurally stable, but a professional restoration/overhaul (setup, possible bridge correction, fine-tuning) is recommended to unlock its full sound potential. The back, sides, and neck are in good vintage condition.

Special features

Signed original by Helmut Hanika personally

Very rare early work from the 1960s

New strings already installed

characterful, warmer sound type of classical German master guitars

Authentic collectible with restoration potential.


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Concert guitar – Helmut Hanika – signed – year 1966 – Germany

Rare early concert guitar from the workshop of the German luthier Helmut Hanika, handwritten signed and dated 1966. An authentic and rare instrument from the early master phase of the later internationally renowned manufacturer Hanika.

Features

Year of manufacture: 1966

Guitar maker: Helmut Hanika (handwritten signature in the body)

Origin: Germany

Model: early master instrument

Measurement: approx. 650 mm

Saddle width: approximately 52–54 mm.

Ceiling: solid spruce

Floor & frames: mahogany

Neck: mahogany, three-part.

Fretboard: Rosewood

Bridge: Rosewood

Mechanics: original from the 1960s


state

The instrument is fully playable and was recently fitted with new strings.
Typical signs of age and use are present, especially on the top as well as old glue marks on the bridge. The guitar is structurally stable, but a professional restoration/overhaul (setup, possible bridge correction, fine-tuning) is recommended to unlock its full sound potential. The back, sides, and neck are in good vintage condition.

Special features

Signed original by Helmut Hanika personally

Very rare early work from the 1960s

New strings already installed

characterful, warmer sound type of classical German master guitars

Authentic collectible with restoration potential.


Shipping

Securely packaged shipping with tracking.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Helmut Hanika
Signed By
Helmut Hanika
Multiple Models
No
Country of Origin
Germany
Year of Manufacture
1966
Condition
Good
Nr of items
1
Autographed by a famous person
Yes
Includes
+ Extra item (see description)
Weight
3 kg
Tested and working
Tested and working/playable
Sold by
GermanyVerified
66
Objects sold
100%
Private

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