Neck：Cedoro
Fingerboard：Ebony
Finish：Shellac
Tuning Machine：SCHALLER
String height：1string　2.8mm／6string　3.6mm

[Profile]
Born in 1942 in Sapporo, Japan. At the age of 20, Hoshino became an apprentice to Kansuke Nakade and began his journey into guitar making. After six years of training, he traveled to Europe at the age of 26, where he visited renowned guitar workshops, including those of Fleta, Aguado, and Hauser, to further hone his craft. Upon returning to Japan, he opened his own workshop in Tokyo at the age of 28. Over the next 40 years, despite being relatively quiet in his production, Hoshino continued a steady path of craftsmanship. He is now retired, and his instruments have become a rare and valuable find in the used market.

Hoshino’s guitars are recognized for their excellent material selection, finely crafted appearance, high precision, and well-balanced acoustic design. His instruments are considered among the top in Japan, known for their clear, refined sound. The tonal qualities of his guitars exhibit a rich expressive potential, yet they are also marked by a certain gentlemanly restraint, creating a unique taste that has gained admiration from both domestic and international guitarists. Notable musicians such as Iolan Serchell and Ariel Asselborn are known to play and appreciate his guitars.

[Description]
Yoshimitsu Hoshino 1989 GS Model (Cedar & South American Rosewood, 633mm scale length) - Used
Hoshino’s guitars are known for their precise acoustic balance, which he achieves through his philosophy of restraint—adding nothing beyond what is necessary. This restraint brings out the full potential of the instrument. In this particular guitar, the cedar top is used to its full advantage, producing a tone that is smooth and rich, with a subtle luster. However, the sound does not become too heavy, and the balance between the strings—across the bass and treble—remains exceptional. The body resonates beautifully, but it is still refined, with a delicately restrained character. The attack and responsiveness are very comfortable, with a linear change in tone that avoids harshness, allowing the music to flow gently and elegantly.

Despite the short 633mm scale length, there are no drawbacks in terms of volume or tone quality. The body size and neck grip feel perfectly normal, so this instrument will not feel overly downsized, making it especially recommended for those looking to reduce left-hand stress while playing.

The bracing structure consists of one harmonic bar above and below the soundhole (neck side and bridge side), seven symmetrical fan braces, and two closing bars arranged in an 'H' shape at the bottom. These components are reminiscent of the Hauser I Segovia model, though with slight differences. The resonance is set slightly above A.

It seems the guitar has been refinished, and the overall finish is in shellac. The top has several pick marks, especially around the soundhole and fingerboard area. There are also some scratches under the bridge from string changes, as well as some light dings. However, these are not deep and do not significantly detract from the appearance. The sides have a few light scratches at the bottom, and the back shows some wear from clothing, but it is still in good condition overall. The South American rosewood used for the back and sides is a lighter, more vibrant shade with unique woodgrain, which gives the guitar a slightly wild character, different from the darker rosewoods typically used in Hoshino’s instruments.

The neck has a very slight forward bow, but it is within standard settings. The frets show some wear between the 1st and 3rd frets, but this does not affect playability. The neck shape is a standard D-shape with a normal thickness. The string height is set at 2.8mm/3.6mm (1st/6th string at 12th fret), with saddle compensation ranging from 0.5mm to 1.5mm, allowing for further adjustments if needed.