Neck：Cedoro
Fingerboard：Ebony
Finish：Lacquer
Tuning Machine：FUSTERO
String height：1string　2.3mm／6string　2.5mm

[Profile]
Among the many Spanish flamenco guitar brands, Conde Hermanos is one of the most
popular. The brand began in 1919 when Domingo Esteso, who had worked as a craftsman
with Santos Hernandez in Manuel Ramirez's workshop, opened a workshop in Gravina,
Madrid. Esteso's nephew, Faustino Conde, joined him and his brothers, Mariano and Julio,
in this workshop. After Esteso's death, they continued this brand under the label 'Viuda y
Sobrinos de Domingo Esteso'. When Esteso's wife passed away, the label was changed to
'Sobrinos de Domingo Esteso/Conde Hermanos' and from this time on, the name Conde
Hermanos started to be used as the brand name.
In the 1960s, all the models were redesigned to be unique, and the half-moon cut Media
Luna head shape was also adopted as a symbol of high-end models from this time on,
dramatically expanding their fame and market share.
Conde Hermanos guitars have been used by many famous flamenco guitarists, including
the famous Paco de Lucia, and are still a must-have for flamenco guitar fans today.
[Description]
Conde Hermanos (Gravina/Atocha workshop) Estudio model made in 1981 is now in stock.
Although not indicated on the label, this piece has the same specifications as the model
that was later cataloged as “EF5”. Considering the hard, strong and rigid sound found in
high-spec models such as the A26, this model has a standard sound in terms of both
acoustics and playability, yet the workshop's high averageness is firmly apparent, making it
literally a fully functional model as a first instrument for beginner to intermediate flamenco
players.
The sound board is in good condition for a flamenco model that is over 40 years old, with
only a few minor dents and scratches on and near the golpe board. The entire instrument is
coated with orange lacquer.